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SMARTLIPO AND ULTRASCULPT WE ARE NOW OFFERING 2 TYPES OF FAT REDUCING TREAMENTS FROM OUR CLINIC. To arrange a Smartlipo or Ultrasculpt consultation, or for more information regarding either proceedure, please call the Surgery during office hours on 952 813 515. Smartlipo could be the procedure you need to finally have the body you have always wanted. It can be very frustrating when you work hard to maintain a healthy diet and regular exercise routine, but are never able to achieve the body of your dreams. We all have problem areas or areas on our bodies that we dislike and wish we could change. Well now that wish for the body you have always dreamed of could become a reality thanks to Smartlipio. Smartlipo makes it possible to sculpt and tighten the problem areas of your body that you have previously been unable to change. Suitable for both men and women, SmartLipo targets small pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise, the minimally invasive, safe procedure offers a great alternative to traditional liposuction. Smartlipo is not the answer for everyone. People who are healthy and only slightly overweight make good candidates for this surgery. Smartlipo is not meant to drastically reduce your body weight. Instead, it will remove fat from small, cosmetic areas of the body such as the face, arms, thighs, and neck. Patients will see more improvements in treated areas after a few weeks have passed. An elastic bodysuit will have to be worn after surgery in order to reduce swelling and help the body settle into its new shape. After undergoing a short Smartlipo procedure - most last only 45 minutes to an hour - you will notice almost no side effects. The surgery leaves behind little damage compared to traditional liposuction. The laser promotes the production of collagen, which has been shown in many cases to improve the overall tightness of the skin in the area. Weeks later, you should notice a dramatic difference in your appearance that will help you feel and look the way you have always wanted. Do not accept that you will never have your perfect body. Smartlipo can help take care of all the areas a healthy diet and exercise can not change Liposuction has often been seen as the only choice for people who just can not seem to get the curves and definition they desire. This is no longer the case since Smartlipo was developed in 1999. THE PROCEEDURE Smartlipo uses a laser fiber enclosed in a thin tube that is inserted through a 1-2 mm incision in the skin. The laser breaks down the walls of fat cells and liquifies the fat,allowing it to be removed from the area with minimal bleeding and damage to the underlying tissues. The laser allows the tissue to adhere to surrounding areas, often leaving skin firmer after the treatment. Traditional liposuction not only means lengthy recovery times, scars, and less than ideal results, it can also leave behind loose, unattractive skin. SMARTLIPO ADVANTAGES * You can return to work after about two days of recovery time, as opposed to a week or more after traditional liposuction. * You will be able to enjoy your new body with minimal scaring and bruising, due to the controlled, accurate nature of the surgery. * No stitches are needed unlike traditional liposuction. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I get started? Initially, you will be required to have a consultation with the Doctor to discuss your own individual needs and desires. There will be a fee for the consultation which will then be deducted from the amount of the surgery should you still wish to proceed. During the consultation, the Doctor will discuss the preceedure in more depth. This will be the time for you to ask any questions you have regarding the proceedure or after effects. Should you still wish to go ahead with the proceedure after the consultation, you will be required to sign a consent form as well as have some pictures taken of the areas you would like to be treated. What will SmartLipo cost me? Overall cost depends on the extent of the treatment. Again, this will be discussed during initial consultation What body areas can be treated with SmartLipo? Beacause Smartlipo is minimally invasive, more areas can be treated in comparison to traditional Liposuction. The areas amenable to treatment are the upper and lower abdomen the inner and outer thighs, the underside of the chin, the back of the arms and the areas surrounding the knee. How long does the procedure last? About an hour, however it depends on the area to be treated. When larger areas of fat need to be addressed, a course of SmartLipo treatments are normally the best option to achieve the results you desire. Can SmartLipo treatments be repeated? Yes. Unlike traditional Liposuction, the same area can be treated in successive sessions. In fact, when larger areas of fat need to be addressed, a course of SmartLipo treatments is likely the best option to sculpt the final result Is it safe? Yes, because Laserlipolisis only hits the adipocytes and by coagulating the small vessels reduces any blood loss without causing damage to nerves or surrounding tissues. Who can not have Smartlipo? Yes. Your weight should not exceed 25% of your ideal weight. Your blood, heart, liver and kidneys should be free from any disorders and your should not be taking any anticoagulants or be diabetic. You should ideally have a good healthy diet and carry out regular exercise. All of the above will be dicussed during your initial consutation as well as your full medical history. What ages can be treated with SmartLipo? All ages can be treated provided you are reasonably healthy. Good results depend more on your level of physical activity, health and skin tone than your age. How many treatments are necessary? Just one session is necessary for localised adiposity while for areas with larger volumes of fat it is possible to repeat the treatment until obtaining the desired results. Does SmartLipo Hurt? No. A local anaesthetic is applied to the area to be treated and the procedure is virtually painless. Are there any side effects? Minor bruising or discomfort may occur in the short term. Antibiotics are prescribed to help prevent post-treatment infection. Are the results permanent? Yes. Your body will not produce any new fat cells to replace the ones melted by SmartLipo. You should try to maintain a healthy diet to prevent the swelling of the remaining fat cells in the body. How long is the recovery time after the treatment? The patient can return to his/her normal life practically straight after the session even if intense sporting activities and saunas are advised against for two weeks, and deep massages for four to five weeks. Will there be any scarring? Due to the small size of the cannular being used during the proceedure, you should be left with no or almost no scar. After how much time can the results be seen ? You will be a bit swollen from the anaesthetic and trauma to the fat cells immediately after the surgery. The swelling should reduce within 24 - 48 hours. If the doctor applies light aspiration after using the laser device, then the results may be visible immediately and will continue to improve gradually over the following three to four months. If aspiration is not applied, the results will be visible after three to four months. This is the time necessary for eliminating the lysate and achieving a tightening of the skin due to the stimulation of collagen production. PRIOR TO THE PROCEEDURE 1. Avoid taking aspirin and Omega 3 or other blood thinners for 10 days. 2. You may drink non-alcoholic beverages and eat normally before the treatment as it is performed under local anaesthetic. 3. Tell Dr Guillem prior to the treatment if there has been any change in your medical condition since your initial consultation or if you have started any new medication. AFTER THE PROCEEDURE 1. Keep the compression bandage / clothing on for the advised period. This will usually be 24 - 48 hours for treatments on the face or under the chin and 3 - 7 days in other areas. 2. Dr Guillem will prescribe a short course of antibiotics that should be taken for 4 - 5 days. 4. Avoid vigorous massage for 4 - 5 weeks. 3. The treated area can be gently massaged after 10 - 12 days. 6. Return to every day activity as normal avoiding vigorous activity or sport for two weeks. 7. Fluid leakage from the small incisions is normal in the first few days. This will occur mainly in the first 24 hours and you should simply pad the area with fresh gauze as needed. 8. If you experience persistent or increasing swelling and redness that might indicate infection, or bruising that is more than average, contact Dr Guillem for advice. SMARTLIPO PRICES Initial Consultation - FREE! Complete Abdomen - 2 Zones - Above and below belly button . (Not including love handles or pubic area) 2.200 euros Lower Abdomen ONLY - 1 Zone 1.700 euros Hips ONLY - 1 Zone 1.700 euros Inner Thighs ONLY - 1 Zone 1.700 euros Under Arms ONLY - 1 Zone 1.400 euros Love Handles ONLY - 1 Zone 1.700 euros Chin (Double) ONLY - 1 Zone 1.700 euros Further discounts made for cash payments! TREATABLE AREAS An area consists of both sides of the body EXAMPLE: Both inner thighs are one area and the back of both arms are one area. PACKAGE PRICES - MORE THAN ONE AREA For more than one Zone - The first zone will be charged as per above, the 2nd zone will be charged at 1.200 EXAMPLE: Abdomen + Love Handles = 2.200 plus 1.200 TOTAL 3.400 euros For more than 2 Zones - The fisrt will be charged as above , the 2nd Zone will be charged at 1.200 and the 3rd Zone at 1.000 EXAMPLE: Abdomen + Inner thighs + Under arm = 2.200 plus 1.200 plus 1.000 TOTAL 4.400 euros PLEASE NOTE: The complete Abdomen will be charged as your 1st zone. Your additional zones will be the zones available at the discounted rate. TO QUALIFY FOR THE REDUCED RATES, THE FULL BALANCE HAS TO BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THE TREATMENT IS STARTED ULTRASCULPT HOW DOES IT WORK? Gentle focused ultrasound waves are used to remote fat permanently. Ultrasonic waves painlessly heat and disrupt the cells that contain the fat. The fat melts and then passes through your lymphatic drainage system where your body will process and dispose of it. Ultra Sculpt suggest that as part of this treatment it is important that you take healthy approach to losing weight by combining this treatment with a healthy lifestyle. ADVANTAGES OF ULTRASCULPT OVER SURGICAL LIPOSUCTION *No need for general or local anaesthetic *No downtime or the need to wear compression garments *Ultrasonic Liposuction is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment *You can return to normal day to day activities immediately *No risk of infection, scarring, bruising or tenderness *Treatment takes only 30 minutes to 1½ hours HOW SOON WILL I SEE RESULTS? Often with Ultra Sculpt results are visible in the first treatment but will improve further over the course of treatments. Each package consists of 6 to 12 treatments with 1-3 weeks between visits. |