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Localized fat is a common problem that affects many people, regardless of their age or gender, who want to shape their body and improve their health. This accumulation of fat can be found in specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, thighs, flanks, etc., and can be difficult to eliminate through changes in diet and exercise. Often, localized fat can affect a person’s confidence and self-esteem, but there are treatment options available to address this concern.
What is Localized Fat and how Does it Accumulate?
Localized fat refers to the accumulation of adipose tissue in different parts of the body, such as the abdomen, flanks, inner thighs, and lower back (that area where the bra strap sits). Although fat can accumulate anywhere on the body, most people have more difficulty losing
Localized fat can be difficult to lose with diet and exercise for several reasons. First, the amount of fat a person can lose depends on several factors, such as their age, sex, level of physical activity, genetics, metabolism, and diet. Some people have a slower metabolism, which means their body burns fewer calories at rest. In addition, women tend to accumulate more fat in the abdomen and thighs due to female hormones. fat in certain problem areas.
Second, although it is possible to lose weight through diet and exercise, most people fail to lose fat in specific areas of the body. When you lose weight, your body burns fat evenly throughout the body, not just in one area. Therefore, it can be difficult to lose fat in problem areas without a combination of diet, exercise, specific strength training, and even certain aesthetic treatments.
Third, accumulated fat can be resistant to loss due to lack of physical activity. When a person is not active, their body stores fat to use as energy in the future. When you start exercising, your body burns calories from stored fat for energy. However, if a person does not exercise regularly, their body may not be used to burning fat as an energy source.
Fourth, diet can also be an important factor in fat loss. If a person consumes more calories than they burn, their body will store the excess calories as fat. Therefore, a healthy and balanced diet is essential for losing fat. However, even if a person follows a healthy, low-calorie diet, it can be difficult to lose fat in specific areas of the body.
In conclusion, localized fat can be very difficult to lose with diet and exercise due to several factors, such as metabolism and genetics. But despite following a healthy diet and exercising regularly, many people still have areas of localized fat that are difficult to eliminate, and in these cases we can say that aesthetic medicine is increasingly advanced and offers great alternatives without the need for surgery.
What is our Solution to these Cases?
In our clinic we have a non-invasive and non-surgical treatment called laser lipolysis, which is an effective solution to eliminate that persistent fat that does not respond to lifestyle changes. Laser lipolysis targets fat cells in the treated area and allows them to be eliminated naturally by the body. It is important to remember that laser lipolysis is not a magic solution and that a healthy lifestyle must continue to be maintained to maintain long-term results.
But What is Laser Lipolysis and What is its Procedure?
Laser lipolysis works by using a high-frequency laser that emits energy into the area to be treated. During the treatment, a small cannula is inserted under the skin, through which the laser is emitted. The laser energy breaks down and dissolves the fat cells, causing them to collapse and release their liquid content into the body. Then, the body naturally eliminates the dissolved or converted fat cells into an oily substance through the lymphatic system, that is, through feces and sweat.
In addition to dissolving fat cells, the laser also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin in the skin, which can improve its tone and elasticity and therefore helps prevent sagging. In general, the procedure is quick and usually lasts about an hour per area treated.
There are different reasons why resorting to treatments such as laser lipolysis can be beneficial to eliminate localized fat in the body. Below, we present some of the main advantages of this type of treatment:
1. Non-invasive: Laser lipolysis is a non-invasive treatment that does not require surgery or anesthesia, which means that the patient does not have to go through a long and painful recovery process.
2. Immediate incorporation into your routine life: once our patients have had the intervention, they can leave the clinic and continue with their routine life, they do not need days of sick leave. (For people who play sports we recommend waiting 24 hours)
3. Effectiveness: Laser lipolysis is a very effective technique to reduce localized fat in different parts of the body, such as the abdomen, inner thighs, hips and lower back. The results can always be noticeable from a single session. In most cases, these results begin to show great results from the third week, but the final result would not be seen until after 3 months.
4. Safety: Laser lipolysis is a very safe treatment, as long as it is performed by a qualified medical professional. In our case, Dr. Jorge García has years of expertise with this technique where hundreds of very satisfied patients endorse us.
5. Does not cause keloids or scars: the entry point is minimal and heals quickly, so our patients do not present any of these anomalies.
6. Does not cause fibrosis, it is even capable of eliminating fibrosis caused by other surgeries to eliminate localized fat: Laser lipolysis does not cause fibrosis because the laser used in the procedure does not damage the surrounding tissues, such as blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue that maintains the structure of the skin. Instead, the laser specifically targets fat cells and selectively destroys them without affecting the surrounding tissues.
7. Complement to a healthy lifestyle: Laser lipolysis is a tool that can help eliminate localized fat, but it is important that it is combined with a healthy lifestyle, which includes a balanced diet and regular exercise.
8. Improves self-esteem: By eliminating localized fat, laser lipolysis can improve physical appearance and increase the patient’s self-esteem.
Does it Have any Side Effects?
The side effects are minimal and may include redness, swelling, or bruising in the treated area that disappear within a few days. Patients do not experience pain or discomfort.
What is the Post Treatment like?
The treatment consists of wearing a specialized girdle (very important) and we recommend doing several draining massages. In this way, the fat, once converted into an oily substance, will be drained to expel it easily through the lymphatic system.
Can the Accumulated Fat Return?
This is a very frequent question among our patients. As with any surgical or non-surgical treatment, accumulated fat can return if a healthy lifestyle is not maintained after having performed a treatment for its elimination, such as laser lipolysis. If you return to a high-calorie, low-physical activity diet, the body will begin to store fat again. In addition, hormonal changes may occur that cause the body to accumulate fat in certain areas.
For these reasons, it is essential to maintain a healthy diet and an active lifestyle after treatment to prevent fat from accumulating again. Continuous care of the body is necessary to maintain long-term results and prevent the accumulation of fat in the future.
In conclusion, we consider that laser lipolysis is a beneficial treatment to eliminate localized fat, since it is non-invasive, effective, safe, complementary to a healthy lifestyle and improves self-esteem. If you are considering this option.
If you are considering undergoing our laser lipolysis treatment to eliminate localized fat, it is important that you consult with our Dr. Jorge García, who specializes in this type of aesthetic procedure. He will be able to assess your general health, your medical history and your expectations to determine if this treatment is the right option for you. In addition, he performs a diagnosis according to the patient’s body fat volume, where you are indicated the estimated percentage of localized fat that would be lost, as long as the patient follows the post-treatment instructions regularly.
During the consultation, Dr. Jorge García will explain the procedure in detail and inform you about the benefits associated with laser lipolysis. He will also provide you with information on the preparation prior to treatment and the necessary aftercare to obtain the best results.
It is very important that you inform the doctor about any medical condition you may have, as well as any medication you are currently taking. The doctor will inform you if you should discontinue the use of any medication before treatment.
In addition, during the consultation, you can discuss any questions or concerns you may have about the procedure and the expected results. The doctor can provide you with before and after images of the treatment and explain what results you can expect.
Remember that it is very important to make an informed decision about any aesthetic procedure, and the first step is to talk to a doctor specialized in the area of interest. This way you can obtain the necessary information to make the best decision for your health and well-being.
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