Laser Lipo in San Diego

Lasers work by emitting a light beam that can be adjusted to a frequency that is safe for surgical use. The laser on the cannulas used in laser liposuction melts the fat cells so that they can be suctioned out of the body.

Once you have decided to undergo laser liposuction in San Diego at Avalon Lipo & Aesthetics, you will schedule a pre-op appointment between three to four weeks before surgery. At this appointment, your measurements will be taken for the compression garments you will wear after surgery. We will also advise you on which medications you should or shouldn’t take.

The time of surgery varies depending on the size of the target area. Typically, it may last from one to three hours. However, patients with minor fat deposits may be done within 30 to 40 minutes.

Liposuction is recommended for clients who are between 18 and 78 years old. However, the surgeon also considers the overall body and health profile of a patient who wishes to undergo liposuction.

Keep in mind that the elasticity of the skin decreases with age. Therefore, it may not be ideal to remove a lot of fat in older patients because their skin may not be able to recuperate with the loss of underlying fat, making the treated area sag.