What is Lipodissolve? Lipodissolve is a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. The main ingredient in Lipodissolve is phosphatidylcholine. Phosphatidylcholine is a natural product found in our body. Its main role in the body is to help emulsify and breakdown fat and cholesterol. The phosphatidylcholine that is used is derived from soybeans and has the same molecular structure as the phosphatidylcholine in our bodies.

When injected directly into fat deposits, Lipodissolve helps breakdown and emulsify the fat deposits. It uses the body’s own natural methods of excreting fat to permanently reduce fat deposits. It is especially effective for the treatment of problem areas that may not be eliminated with diet and exercise alone.

It has been used for reducing fat deposits for about 10 years now, but has been used for other medical purposes for much longer. It has been used intravenously to dissolve atheromatous plaques in cardiac disease and to dissolve fat embolism. Orally, it has been used as a liver protective agent.

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What areas can be treated?

The most common areas that are treated are; abdominal bulges, love handles, back fat, saddle bags, thighs (inner and outer), side of buttocks, lower buttocks, arms, and double chins, cheeks and jowls. It can also be injected into Lipomas to dissolve them non-surgically. Injected more superficially, Lipodissolve can also remove cellulite - the lumpy, dimpled, orange peel appearance of skin that usually affects buttocks and legs.   

What does treatment with lipodissolve involve?

The treatment area is systematically injected with Lipodissolve through a fine needle.  One to four treatments per area are required at monthly intervals.

Am I a suitable candidate for Lipodissolve?

Lipodissolve is suitable for those who are seeking to reduce localized fat deposits that are resistant to dietary changes or exercise. It is not used primarily for weight reduction, rather it used for body sculpting.

Patients who are pregnant, breast-feeding, or planning on pregnancy in the next 6 months are not suitable for Lipodissolve treatments. Also patients who have severe liver or kidney problems, auto-immune diseases such as Lupus, or immunodeficiency are not candidates for Lipodissolve treatments.

What happens to the skin over the fat?  

Unlike liposuction, the skin tightens over the treated area as the fat is removed, so that there is no looseness of skin. Furthermore, Lipodissolve can improve the appearance of any surrounding cellulite in the treated area whereas liposuction can often worsen the appearance of cellulite by destroying the circulation to that area. Lipodissolve can also dramatically reduce the appearance of stretch marks by direct injection into the stretch mark itself.

When will I see the results?

Generally, this depends on the individual. Results are usually first seen after six to eight weeks and continue to improve with further treatments.

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What are the side effects?

Commonly, people experience temporary soreness, swelling, and bruising of the treatment area. You can go straight back to work immediately after treatment, but this will depend on the amount of soreness you have, the area you have treated, and the type of work you do. In general, I advise my patients to do it after work. Going back to work the next day is the most common scenario. Uncommon side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, infection (rare), and prolonged bruising.

 
What is the difference between Lipodissolve and Liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure and anesthesia or sedation is generally required. It also has a greater recovery period and requires the use of uncomfortable and tight compression garments. For those who do not want surgery, Lipodissolve is a non-surgical, walk-in, walk-out procedure. No anesthesia or sedation is required and it has minimal downtime.

It is possible to treat multiple areas simultaneously with liposuction, however generally only one area treated per session with Lipodissolve. A greater amount of fat removal in one session is possible with liposuction, smaller amounts of fat are removed in several sessions with Lipodissolve.

Skin may become loose with liposuction. Conversely, skin tightens with Lipodissolve. With liposuction, lumpiness/unevenness is common and cellulite may worsen.  With Lipodissolve, lumpiness is rare and cellulite usually improves.

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Are Lipodissolve injections safe?

Lipodissolve is a safe and effective method of fat reduction. Unlike liposuction and surgery, it is not associated with the risks of general anesthesia or sedation, and the other complications of surgery.

What do I do now?

We recommend that you arrange a consultation so that we can properly explain Lipodissolve to you and assess your suitability for the treatment. This initial consultation is complimentary and without obligation.
 

After careful assessment, we will be able to provide you with the best advice for treatment. Our holistic approach also means that our physician will look at any other factors including medical factors, diet and exercise that may be contributing to the problem.

The first step is simply contacting us for your initial Lipodissolve consultation, where we will discuss with you what a realistic and achievable outcome is, and what to expect from your treatment.

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