Lasers in Medicine
Since Albert Einstein first theorized the concept of the laser in 1917, and the subsequent development of the laser by scientists in 1960, lasers have enjoyed wide applications in science, industry, and medicine. Lasers have been used in retinal procedures, as a surgical cutting tool, and in skin resurfacing. Most recently, in plastic surgery, lasers have been used in body contouring, cellulite treatment, and facial rejuvenation.  

Better Results with Lasers
In body contouring, lasers have been used to improve results in liposuction procedures. With traditional liposuction, a suction tube is used to suction unwanted fat. With laser liposuction, prior to the suctioning a small laser device is inserted through a tiny skin incision into the fat. Laser energy is then delivered through the device to the fat and overlying skin, causing the fat to liquefy and the overlying skin to tighten. A small liposuction tube then removes the unwanted fat, which suctions out more easily and evenly, resulting in a much improved contour. In addition, there is better skin tightening than with traditional liposuction. In my own practice, for the last several years I have been using SmartLipo Triplex™ laser liposuction as my liposuction technique of choice. The procedure is done as an outpatient procedure under either local anesthesia or sedation anesthesia, with a usual recovery time of 1-3 days. It is ideal for many areas, including the abdomen, “love handles,” thighs, upper arms, back, and neck. My SmartLipo™ liposuction patients recover quicker than with traditional liposuction, with less bruising and swelling. In addition, the SmartLipo™ laser can also improve cellulite at the areas being treated.

 Cellulite Removal with Lasers
The Cellulaze™ laser has also been developed for the specific treatment of cellulite. Cellulaze™ is a minimally invasive laser procedure which directly treats the causes of cellulite under the skin, and delivers long-lasting results in a single treatment. Cellulite is the rippling and dimpling of skin, affecting at least 85% of women. Structural factors which cause cellulite include connective tissue bands surrounding fat cells and dimpling the skin, enlarged pockets of fat trapped by the bands and pushing against the skin, and thinning of the skin making the appearance of cellulite even worse. These can all contribute to the “cottage cheese” look of cellulite. Other factors which contribute to cellulite include aging, heredity, hormones, and weight changes.  

Long Lasting Results with Laser Treatments
Previous cellulite treatments, including creams, lotions, and skin surface therapies, had to be used repetitively, and only resulted in minimal temporary improvement of cellulite. Cellulaze™, however, directly treats the causes of cellulite under the skin, using a specially designed SideLight laser to release the connective tissue bands, reduce the fat pockets, and improve the quality of the skin. Cellulaze™ has been shown to deliver long-lasting results with only a single treatment. The procedure lasts about an hour and is performed under local anesthesia. Recovery time is typically no more than 1-2 days.  

Mini-Facelift with Lasers
Precision Tx™ (also known as LazerLift) is a minimally invasive laser procedure which has been developed for facial rejuvenation. It is ideal for patients with moderate face and neck laxity who do not want, or are not quite ready, for a more extensive surgical facelift. I perform the procedure under local anesthesia, where the Precision Tx™ laser device is inserted under the skin through tiny incisions behind the ears and under the chin. Laser energy is then delivered to achieve tightening of the jowl and neck areas. I often combine it with liposuction of the neck to achieve a more optimal neck contour. Recovery is quite quick, typically 1-2 days.  

Lasers in Plastic Surgery
Lasers have revolutionized the field of medicine. In plastic surgery, in particular, lasers have substantially improved the results and recovery time of minimally invasive body contouring and facial rejuvenation procedures.

Dr. Arnold Breitbart (newyorkliposuction.com) is a board-certified plastic surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and specializes in cosmetic surgery of the body, breast, and face. He has practices in both Long Island and Manhattan. For more information, call Dr. Breitbart's offices at 917-809-7787.

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Cosmetic vs Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery vs Plastic Surgery

What is the difference between plastic and cosmetic surgery?

With more and more physicians offering a variety of “physical enhancement and correction” procedures, the line between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon is becoming less clear. In reality, there is a difference that can be explained in medical terms.

There are many misconceptions when differentiating a cosmetic from a plastic surgery procedure, and many use both terms as synonyms.

Both, cosmetic and plastic surgery are medical specialties focused on altering and improving physical appearance. The purpose of cosmetic surgery is to enhance aesthetic appeal of a person. When the surgery is intended to correct birth defects, physical problems caused by a disease or traumas as a result of accidents and burns, the term plastic surgery is the correct one.

What makes a plastic surgeon different from a cosmetic surgeon?

Plastic surgeon

A plastic surgeon is a physician that has completed and approved a residency-training program in plastic surgery. Plastic are trained in a wide range of surgical corrective procedures like (facial surgery, burn surgery, hand-microsurgery, breast reconstruction) and also cosmetic procedures (liposuction, abdominoplasty, facelift, etc). Most plastic surgeons choose to be certified. A board certified plastic surgeon has to fulfill rigorous medical school training in surgery and plastic surgery, during a period no less than 6 to 8 years.

Cosmetic surgeon

Legally any licensed physician can offer cosmetic services. Even so, “Cosmetic Surgery” is not recognized as a discipline by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the largest specialty certification organization in the US. On the other hand “Plastic Surgery” is a specialty recognized by the ABMS, and as such plastic surgeons can achieve a board certification.

Should you choose a cosmetic or a plastic certified surgeon?

Many doctors refer themselves as cosmetic surgeons. There is no certification in cosmetic surgery recognized by American Board of Medical Specialties (AMBS). Any physician can feature him-herself as a cosmetic surgeon, without any specific training. A physician can take for example a weekend course on liposuction, and then go and perform liposuction. Some cosmetic surgeons are recognized by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS). This board however is does not make part of the recognized boards American Board of Medical Specialties (AMBS).

On the other hand there is a board recognized by the AMBS that certifies plastic surgeons. This is the American Board of Plastic Surgery. That board certification in plastic surgery requires comprehensive training in all aspects of surgery, reconstructive plastic surgery and cosmetic plastic surgery.

So should you choose a physician that made a weekend course on smartlipo? Or opt for a physician that had additional training in surgery with a minimum of two years devoted to plastic surgery?

Bottom Line

When you think about choosing your surgeon for plastic surgery, be sure that your surgeon is board certified in a recognized board, such as the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In that way you can be sure that the individual is fully trained and fully accredited.

In any case wheter it is a cosmetic or plastic surgeonc, check your surgeons credentials: such as qualifications, experience and patient testimonials.

Tools for finding a Certified Plastic Surgeon

There are several tools on the web that can help you in your search for a certified plastic surgeon. The website of the American Board of Plastic Surgery offers a free certification consultation form, that lets you verify if a given surgeon is certified by the board. If you are interested in searching for certified SmartLipo specialists, visit Smartlipo.com

About SmartLipo

If you’re seeking a cutting-edge, highly effective method to significantly improve the safety and efficiency of many surgical techniques, then laser technology is definitely the technique you’ll want to consider. Routinely used in dental procedures, lasik eye surgery, reconstructive work and cosmetic procedures—including liposuction—laser technology is what sets SmartLipo apart from its competition.

Technology

Smart Lipo Technology uses the latest advancements in cosmetic surgery technology, which provide a safer, quicker and cost-effective method. Pioneered in Europe, the SmartLipo procedure is the first laser-assisted liposuction procedure. SmartLipo was approved by the FDA in November of 2006 and has quickly been labeled the cutting edge procedure in cosmetic surgery. According to SmartLipo’s manufacturer, Cynosure, the SmartLipo system has quickly become one of the most successful liposuction procedures in the cosmetic surgery field for its use of cutting-edge technology.

SmartLipo Cost

Although costs for SmartLipo vary depending on the size of the area to be treated; you can usually expect to pay approximately $1,700 to $4,500 per area treated. Costs of Smarlipo will also vary according to the doctor or clinic performing the procedure. Hips and inner outer thigh usually cost around $7,000 for Smartlipo. The smaller the area usually the lower the cost, so a chin you might only expect to pay around $2,000 with the laser assisted liposuction technique.

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