Microlipo
Treatment Duration
90
Suggested Sessions
1 time
What is microlipo?
Microlipo is a method of removing local thickness from small parts of the body.
In essence, this is a mini liposuction, as it is less invasive and is suitable for small areas of the body.
In addition, microlipo offers the benefits of liposuction, but with less recovery time and without general anesthesia.
"Microlipo is applied to small areas of the body, while the liposuction is applied to larger areas."
Main application points
Face
Removal of fat mainly under the jaw, but also on both sides of the lower jaw, where the most often persistent local thickness is located, the so-called "double jaw".
Knees
Around the knees are usually more pronounced on the inside of the foot, but may even be above the knee.
Arms
More in women but not only, there is unwanted fat around the triceps muscle, i.e. in the arms which sometimes favors the development of cellulite in the area.
Chest
For men who show gynecomastia but also for women who want to reduce their breast volume to a small degree.
Thighs - Buttocks - Buns
The most common site of localized fat, especially for women, is the feet. Especially on the buttocks, where fat can worsen cellulite.
Waist
The local thickness in the middle, also known as "love handles" or "lifebuoy" is now one of the most common signs of local thickness that does not subside despite all efforts.
Belly
Even people who exercise and have a tight abdomen cannot get rid of the stubborn fat that is usually found in the lower abdominal muscles and more specifically below the navel.
"Microlipo is the best alternative to all other lipolysis treatments because the result it offers is permanent."
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Advantages
- Immediate and permanent result
- No general anesthesia is required
- Short recovery time
- Almost painless
- Immediate and permanent result
- No stitches are required
- It leaves no scars
Procedure
Microlipo operation is performed under local anesthesia. The plastic surgeon, by injection, places a solution at the site of the operation, which contains a local anesthetic and in addition to the desired numbness of the area, also offers swelling of the fat cells to make their removal easier.
Then a small incision is made, through which a thin cannula is inserted and the fat is removed.
Finally, the application area is bandaged to reduce swelling while the incision does not require sutures.
Instructions after the operation
The discomfort caused by the small swelling that exists, can be treated with simple painkillers.
Intense physical activity should be avoided for the first 2 days.
About 2 weeks after the operation, a follow up appointment should be made with the plastic surgeon, who will evaluate your progress.
Microlipo VS Liposuction
Both microlipo and liposuction are methods of permanent treatment and removal of fat from various parts of the body. So they have a lot in common but also a lot of different features that make them ideal for different occasions.
Microlipo
With microlipo, the goal is to remove a small amount of fat from parts of the body, which persists and does not subside even with physical exercise and proper nutrition. Therefore, since the point of application is limited, it can be applied with local anesthesia and in most cases no sutures are required. It has a short recovery time and offers a permanent result.
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Liposuction
With the method of liposuction, we aim to remove a large amount of fat in large areas of the body. For this reason, it is done under general anesthesia and the duration of application is much longer. As the area from which fat is to be removed is usually extensive, a large cannula is used so sutures are required at the end of the application. The recovery period can take several weeks, but it offers a permanent effect in removing a large amount of fat.
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The appropriate method is selected after a consultation appointment with the Plastic Surgeon, who will evaluate the case.
"Microlipo is not the classic liposuction, these are two similar surgeries but each one is suitable for completely different cases."
Fat transfer
The fat that is removed with Microlipo, can be transferred to other parts of the body to improve them, since it is a natural substitute for fillers!
It can be used on the face to improve wrinkles, as it is rich in stem cells and because it comes from the body itself, it is a fully compatible material.
"The fat cells that are placed in the wrinkles are a permanent filler and are not absorbed by the body, so the result is permanent!"
Carboxytherapy for local fat and cellulite
Carboxytherapy is an effective treatment to fight cellulite, local thickness, stretch marks and scars.
Liposuction
It is a surgical procedure that aims at the targeted removal of fat from various areas of the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do microlipo on many different parts of the body on the same day?
Of course. The microlipo can be applied to more than one area in the same visit, but if the areas we want to improve are too many, a second visit may be needed.
How do I know if I should choose microlipo or liposuction?
The answer is simple! The microlipo is ideal for small areas of the body, while liposuction is aimed at larger areas where a large amount of fat needs to be removed.
Can fat return after microlipo?
We must emphasize that with microlipo, we remove part of the fat cells that are in the area. For adults who do not exceed twice the ideal weight for their body, there is no proliferation of fat cells. This means that if there is an increase in body weight the remaining fat cells will increase in volume, but not to the same extent as would have happened if microlipo had not preceded. As long as the fat cells do not multiply, the fat will be evenly distributed in the area.