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Laser Assisted Liposuction is an effective way to get rid of fat. It is noninvasive and it helps liquefy fat cells, removing the targeted body fat and allowing for a firm and more attractive area of the body that is treated. Any area of the body can be treated, especially the neck and jowls where pockets of unwanted body fat can be improved. Popular areas that patients often have work done for include, but are not limited to, under the chin, on the abdomen, in love handle areas or midsection, saddle bags under the eyes, inner and outer thighs, back, knees and ankles. With this type of liposuction, generally only one treatment is necessary.

Results are usually visible soon after treatment and will continue to improve over several months. Doctors at Sammamish Center who perform this procedure may suggest wearing a compression garment for a brief period. According to plastic surgeon Seattle doctors, Liposuction procedures benefits include a faster recovery, performed using local anesthesia, fast treatment time with rapid results and very minimal downtime, bruising and discomfort.

There are two main types of lasers that are currently being used by physicians and plastic surgeons. These lasers include CO2 lasers and Erbium lasers. Both type of lasers provide benefits for specific circumstances and must be operated by a trained and experienced practitioner.

The first type of laser that was developed was the CO2 or carbon dioxide laser. This laser uses small pulses of light on specific areas such as wrinkles, scars, skin cancer, birthmarks, warts and large oil glands. The pulses of light remove thin layers of skin one layer at a time without causing damage to the surrounding area. Multiple treatments may be needed in order to achieve the best results.

Erbium lasers are the newest type of laser and are used for treatment of the same conditions as the CO2 in moderate or severe instances. This laser can also be used on an expanded area to include chest, neck, hands or face. The effects of this laser are slightly less evasive than the CO2 laser and can provide a shorter period of recovery along with minimal redness, bruising and swelling.

The effectiveness of CO2 lasers and Erbium lasers will vary depending on the number of treatments, skin tone and severity of the condition. A physician such as Dr. Henri P. Gaboriau of the Sammamish Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery should be consulted to discuss treatment options.