Factors such as weight gain, aging, and hormonal changes can cause fat to build up on either side of your knees or behind the knees. It can affect the overall appearance of your knees. Women who consider shapely legs as a valuable asset that contribute to their overall attractiveness, would want to get rid of localized knee fat which might be difficult to address with just diet and exercises. For such women, reliable plastic surgery practices offer knee liposuction in NYC with Smartlipo Triplex technology. This safe, minimally invasive procedure can provide you with shapely and attractive knees.
Smartlipo, one of the most popular body contouring options available for men and women, provides safe and efficient knee liposuction. The procedure offers greater definition to the knee cap, the front structures of the knee, the lower fibula area, and the calves. It contours your knee area, giving your legs a more attractive look. Both men and women can benefit from this knee-fat reduction procedure.
However, unlike other liposuction treatments, Smartlipo is not a weight loss method; instead it is designed to remove stubborn pockets of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise. This minimally-invasive technology uses laser energy to liquefy the unwanted fat tissues so that they can be suctioned out smoothly, while tightening the loose skin for an improved outcome. The heat generated during the procedure also helps tighten the skin quickly. The sophisticated laser modality used in Smartlipo combines the benefits of multiple laser wavelengths (1440, 1064 and 1320 nm) into one laser output for achieving superior results.
After determining the candidature for knee liposuction, the procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis, with the FDA-approved Smartlipo workstation. The treatment site is marked by the surgeon and local anesthesia is administered. After the area is numbed, the minimally-invasive cannula of the Smartlipo device will be used to deliver laser energy to target the fat cells through a tiny incision in the skin. The device comes with three separate laser wavelengths (1440, 1064 and 1320 nm) that work to liquefy the fat and tighten skin. Once the fat is liquefied, the surgeon will remove it via gentle suction. By precisely targeting unwanted fat, Smartlipo Triplex laser liposuction leaves the surrounding tissues unaffected. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with minimal downtime, pain, bleeding and swelling.
The SmartSense™, ThermaGuide™ and ThermaView™ delivery systems of this laser workstation prevent overheating and minimize the risk of injury or trauma to the skin. The key benefits of this laser-assisted liposuction are:
- Fatty tissues are liquefied and suctioned out effortlessly
- The loose skin in the knees is tightened for enhanced results
- Short treatment time and downtime
- Minimal scarring
- Minimal swelling, bleeding, bruising and pain
- Faster healing and speedy recovery
Even though the procedure offers excellent results, managing the recovery phase well is also equally important to experience optimal results. To reduce swelling, patients will be advised bed rest and to keep the legs raised on a pillow for a few days. Wearing a knee compression garment for about 10 days following surgery is essential to control swelling and to compress the skin to the new body contour. Bandages should be changed regularly. It is important to keep the area dry to avoid the risk of infection. Lightly massaging the lower legs a few times a day, for a few minutes from ankle towards the knee, will improve blood and lymphatic circulation in the area. Avoid bending your knees, running or performing strenuous lower body exercise for at least three weeks from the procedure date. Slight walking is advisable. Also, take your medications as instructed by your surgeon.
If you are considering knee laser liposuction in Manhattan, NYC, then choose an AAAASF-accredited plastic surgery practice that offers Smartlipo. Such a practice would have surgeons who are experts in performing laser liposuction procedures. Being in the right hands means you can expect safe and effective treatment, attractive results, and valuable guidance and support for a smooth recovery.
