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LiposculptureWhat is Liposculpture?
Liposculpture had its beginnings in Europe in the 1970's with such early pioneers as Dr Giorgio Fisher from Rome and Dr Pierre Fournier from Paris, who developed the technique we know as liposuction. Dr Jeffery Klein, from Southern California, further refined the technique of Liposuction in the 1980's with the development of Tumescent Liposculpture. With this technique, fat is removed from the body with tumescent anaesthetic which involves the introduction of a large volume of very dilute anaesthetic solution into the fat to be removed. As well as containing the local anaesthetic Lignocaine, this solution also contains adrenalin in very small doses which acts to close off the blood vessels within the fat, thus preventing blood loss and subsequent bruising during the procedure, a complication which was the hallmark of earlier liposuction techniques, where liposuction was performed under a general anaesthetic, and severe bruising was common place. Dr Jeffery Klein is the worlds foremost authority on Tumescent Liposculpture. Dr Olsen was fortunate to be able to train with him in his San Capistrano Clinic in Southern California, and Liposculpture carried out at Fraser Clinic reflects the Klein technique of modern safe Tumescent Liposculpture. There are a number of differences between Liposuction, as often performed by plastic surgeons and Tumescent Liposculpture, as practised by a wide range of doctors including Dermatologists, Cosmetic Surgeons as well as Appearance Medicine Practitioners. Liposculpture
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Much more refined results are possible with Liposculpture, than with conventional Liposuction under General Anaesthetic. Because the patient is awake or gently sedated during the procedure. The patient can stand towards the end of the procedure, allowing fine adjustments to be made, improving the overall result. Tumescent Liposculpture removes localised areas of fat not responsive to exercise or diet. A small removal of fat in strategic areas of the body can make a dramatic difference to the body shape and contour. Areas that are commonly treated in both men and women include:
The abdomen is a problem area for most men and women. In women, especially after childbirth, it is not uncommon to have residual fat on the abdomen, which can defy attempts to remove with diet and exercise. There may only be a small amount of fat to remove or there may be considerable fat accumulation both above and below the navel. A balanced effect requires removal of fat from both areas with attention to the adjacent waist in order to get a smooth natural look to the contour. Often it is necessary to address two adjacent areas, such as the abdomen and hips, which may be done at the same time or as a second procedure. Refining the hips can result in a more feminine contour, especially when combined with a treatment for the abdomen. Another problem area, especially for women, are the inner and outer thighs. Enlarged outer thighs, known as saddlebags, upsets the aesthetic balance between the upper and lower body, giving the legs a heavy look, and in the case of inner thighs, where they rub together when walking, chaffing can be an annoying problem. Prominent fat pads at the inner aspect of the knees is unflattering and can be readily treated, often at the same time as the thighs. A very small amount removed can improve the contour of this area tremendously. A common problem as we age, is accumulation of fat in the region of the neck and jowls. This area is ideal for Liposuction. In some cases the end result of treatment may indicate that a minor surgical procedure to tighten up the lax muscles (platysmal plication) will offer further improvement to the contour of this area.
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