Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Magazine #67

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on the mobility of the treated area and the formulation. Fat transfer is a longer
lasting option where the patient’s own fat is harvested, often during a concurrent
surgical procedure.
HAIR REMOVAL
Hair reduction laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments treat hair growth
on areas such as the chest and back. A laser or light beam targets the follicle of
the hair to destroy it at the base. Around six treatments are needed to remove
or thin hair, depending on the area to be treated and the individual patient. The
treatment involves mild discomfort and results are long term.
Liposculpture is
able to work in the
superficial layers of
fat to sculpt or ‘etch’
the appearance of
the underlying
muscle structure
PHOTOREJUVENATION (IPL)
In addition to hair reduction, IPL can be used to smooth fi ne lines, even skin tone,
treat broken capillaries and improve sun damage. It uses multiple wavelengths
of light to target specifi c chromophores (light-receptive cells) in the skin. Several
treatments are required for optimal results. There is typically minimal downtime.
NON-SURGICAL SKIN TIGHTENING
Non-surgical skin tightening modalities target the skin’s deeper dermis and
subcutaneous layers, tightening the underlying tissue structure without damaging
the outer layers of skin. It typically involves minimal discomfort and downtime so
patients can continue their daily routine as quickly as possible. These modalities
use either radiofrequency, ultrasound or infra red energy to target deeper levels of
the dermis to induce new collagen formation and remodelling gradually over the
ensuing months. This improves skin texture and reduces sagging skin, as well
as offering subtle contouring of the jaw line and softening wrinkles around the
mouth, eyes and forehead.
LASER SKIN RESURFACING
Lasers are used to treat lines and wrinkles, sun damage and pigmentation
by removing damaged skin and encouraging the production of new collagen.
Modern laser treatments have been fi nessed and generally involve only temporary
tenderness and redness lasting a few days in some cases. They can often be
used on the entire face and body as well as the delicate area under the eyes.
Carbon dioxide (CO 2
) lasers can treat severe scarring but involve more serious
side effects and longer recovery time.
NON-SURGICAL FAT REDUCTION
There are a number of non-invasive body contouring systems designed to
smooth contours and eliminate fat deposits with minimal downtime. These
devices harness some form of energy – be it radiofrequency, ultrasound, laser or
cryolipolysis – to penetrate the skin and break down underlying fat. The fat cells
are then metabolised through the body’s usual processes over several weeks.
Most devices offer a combination of fat reduction and skin tightening. There is
normally no downtime, minimal patient discomfort, and complications are rare.
In conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise regime, results should be
long lasting because, just as with liposuction, when fat cells are permanently
destroyed they will not return. Generally, a series of treatments per area achieves
noticeable, measurable results, although some patients note a circumferential
reduction in the area after the fi rst treatment. It is best suited to people within
a healthy weight range with localised fatty deposits impervious to exercise
and diet. csbm
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