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Liposuction

What it is: Liposuction or lipoplasty is a surgical procedure to address excess fat deposits in specific areas of the body.  Liposuction is not intended to be a weight loss solution.

What it addresses:  Fat deposits in body areas including:

- Stomach
- Buttocks, Hips & Thighs
- Love Handles
- Saddle Bags
- Calves & Ankles
- Breasts
- Back

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Percent of consumer reviews saying "Yes":

86% Tummy tuck
83% Invisalign
83% Blepharoplasty
81% Smart Lipo
80% Silicone breast implants
79% Photofacial
78% VASER Liposelection
78% Lasik
78% Facelift
75% Laser resurfacing
74% Botox
74% Rhinoplasty
72% Permanent makeup
70% Liposuction
69% Pixel laser
67% Active FX
67% Microdermabrasion
66% Chemical peel
63% Juvederm
61% Restylane
58% Sculptra
53% IPL
52% Radiesse
51% Fraxel Laser
50% Mesotherapy
48% Accent XL
44% Zoom teeth whitening
41% Lifestyle lift
37% Lipodissolve
37% Thermage

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Are Lipodissolve results like liposuction results?

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November 28, 2008

They both vary quite a bit.

John Philip Di Saia, MD
John Philip Di Saia, MD
Board Certified
Plastic Surgeon

Hello,

I too only see patients unhappy with Lipodissolve results for other treatment, but I think a common issue in unhappy Lipodissolve patients is "too much hype and not enough actual improvement." Just be careful of what you expect.

Best Regards,

John DI Saia MD

 

 

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November 26, 2008

No

David Shafer, MD
David Shafer, MD

I may be biased since only people with bad Lipodissolve results end up coming to my office for liposuction consults. However, I have not seen anyone happy with their Lipodisolve results. Also, patients describe having to go back for many "treatments" and having "lumps." However, I assume that those patients that are happy with the Lipodissolve never end up coming to see us for liposuction. I can tell you with certainty that liposuction is very, very effective and can lead to amazing results. You do have to keep in mind that it is a surgical procedure and, like all procedures including Lipodissolve, there are inherent risks. Good luck with your procedure.

David Shafer, MD
Shafer Plastic Surgery

Web reference: http://www.RealCosmeticSurgery.com
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