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Paul Zwiebel, MD, DMD
206 West County Line #210
Littleton, CO 80129
PH. (303) 470-3400
FX. (303) 470-3442
Procedures including Ultrasonic Liposuction
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Liposuction
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Everyone knows that the healthiest way to maintain your weight is through diet and exercise. But when stubborn fat pockets do not respond to diet and exercise, a patient may want to consider liposuction. We offer
ultrasonic assisted liposuction to our patients. This procedure offers maximum results and is considered one of the safest forms of liposuction.
Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction (UAL)
Ultrasonic assisted liposuction is very similar to tumescent liposuction and uses some of the same techniques. Considered the safest type of liposuction available, ultrasonic assisted liposuction liquefies fat through the use of ultrasonic energy, allowing for large amounts of fat removal with little blood loss.
During this liposuction procedure, the surgeon will inject fluid into the treatment area. This causes the fat to harden and clump together, making it easier to remove. Next, the surgeon will insert a titanium probe emitting ultrasonic energy into the area. This energy, when applied to the fat cells, will break the cell walls and cause the fat to flow out. Essentially, it “liquefies” the fatty pockets. Finally, the surgeon will use a suction vacuum to remove the fat. Small sutures will be used to close the incisions. The procedure is performed under IV sedation, and patients will return home wearing a compression garment, a body girdle, that will allow for healing. The patient will wear the garment for the next several weeks. Most patients resume their daily activities after the first week of recovery, but it is important to avoid strenuous activities for the first six weeks of recovery. Initial discomfort is easily controlled by oral medications.
We would like to emphasize that liposuction is a surgical procedure and, as such, carries with it some risk. We encourage all patients to learn as much about the process before undergoing liposuction. Our patients should gather as much information as possible and also direct questions to our friendly staff.
Common procedures performed with Liposuction include: Breast Enhancement, Breast Support, and Abdominoplasty.
To learn more about Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction, please contact our office today!
Abdominoplasty
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Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a procedure designed to tighten the muscle of the abdomen, remove fat above the muscle and under the skin, and tighten and smooth excess skin of the abdomen. If you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin (often a result of multiple pregnancies or prior treatment), excess skin, or a stubborn bulge you can’t get rid of with exercise, you may be a candidate for abdominoplasty. The procedure is intended to give the patient a smoother, flatter abdomen.
As abdominoplasty deals with three areas: the muscle of the abdomen, the fat of the abdomen, and excess skin of the abdomen. Each patient will have a varying degree of need for each area, and the tummy tuck procedure itself is modified per patient. The incision size required will fluctuate according to the patient’s situation, but usually extends across the lower abdomen above the pubic bone. The incision allows us to tighten the underlying muscles, remove fat, and excise excess skin. This creates a smooth, flat abdomen. For women considering future pregnancies, we suggest postponing an abdominoplasty procedure since pregnancy may diminish results.
Unlike most practices, our practice provides abdominoplasty patients with anesthesia pumps. An anesthesia pump is a small device with a thin catheter that connects to the central nerve bundle in the abdomen. It drips local anesthetic into the treatment area for three to four days and numbs the area enough for patients to significantly reduce their dependence on narcotics (which can have side effects). Our patients are much more comfortable with this device and experience easier recovery.
We would like to emphasize that abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure and, as such, carries with it some risk. We encourage all patients to learn as much about the process before undergoing an abdominoplasty. Our patients should gather as much information as possible and also direct questions to our friendly staff.
Common procedures performed with Abdominoplasty include: Breast Enhancement and Liposuction.
If you live in or around our office, abdominoplasty information is available at our office. Please contact our practice today.
Thigh (thigh lift) and Buttock (buttock lift) Support
For our patients experiencing sagging and excess skin of the thighs (thigh lift) and buttocks, we offer body support procedures designed to improve the shape and tone of the lower body. Body supports, such as thigh (thigh lift) and buttock (buttock lift) support, are not solely intended to treat excess fat. If the area has retained good skin elasticity, liposuction alone can remove fat deposits and improve body contour. However, if the area suffers from excess skin or poor elasticity, a combination of liposuction and body lifting will be required. Individuals who have lost massive amounts of weight often experience excess skin and may be candidates for the procedure.
Body lifting procedures may be appropriate for patients who are of stable weight that is reasonably proportionate with their height. There is no other method of body contouring that can restore body shape and skin appearance as well as body support procedures. However, as with any other surgical procedure, body lifts require incisions; in some cases incisions may be extensive. Incision length and pattern depend on the amount and location of excess skin to be removed. In many cases, the doctor can place incisions in strategic locations where they can be hidden by most types of clothing and swimwear.
We would like to emphasize that body lifts are surgical procedures and, as such, carry some risk. The doctor encourages all patients to learn as much about the process before undergoing a body treatment. Our patients should gather as much information as possible and also direct questions to our friendly staff.
Common procedures performed with Body Lifts include: Breast Enhancement, Breast Treatment, Breast Reduction, and Liposuction.
For more information about the Thigh (thigh lift) or Buttock (buttock lift) Treatment, please contact our office today!
Arm Support (arm lift)
Significant weight loss and natural aging can cause a patient’s arm skin to become loose and flabby. This excess skin can be the cause of embarrassment and limit clothing choices. Arm lifts remove the excess skin and fat to reveal thinner, tighter-looking arms.
During the arm treatment, the surgeon will make incisions on the underside of the forearm. Excess fat will be removed through liposuction and underlying muscles will be strengthened and held in place. Next, any excess skin will be trimmed away and lightened. The incisions will be closed with small sutures. Initial discomfort is easily controlled by oral medication most patients return to light normal activity after several days.
We would like to emphasize that arm treatment is a surgical procedure and, as such, carries with it some risk. The doctor encourages all patients to learn as much about the process before undergoing an arm treatment. Our patients should gather as much information as possible and also direct questions to our friendly staff.
Common procedures performed with an Arm Treatment include: Breast Enhancement, Breast Treatment, Breast Reduction, and Liposuction.
Please contact our office today to find out more about arm treatments and other body contouring procedures.
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