Unsightly accumulations of fat can be removed by liposuction. Ultrasound and laser when applied to the fat, liquefies it which is then removed by means of a vacuum suction. Liposuction or ‘sculpture ...

Liposuction is a popular cosmetic procedure that removes persistent fat deposits from specific areas, including the abdomen, ...

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"Many women who have standard liposuction are discouraged because often the skin sags after the fat is removed," said Abbas Chamsuddin, M.D., lead author of the study and an interventional radiologist ...

Cosmetic plastic surgery is a $12 billion business, with nearly 11 million Americans getting fixed up in 2006, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. More than 4 million botox ...

A new liposuction device that varies the amount of ultrasound used is enabling UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas plastic surgeons to help patients recover with less bruising and discomfort than ...

Laser liposuction and CoolSculpting are both fat-reduction procedures performed to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the arms, thighs, stomach, and chin. Laser liposuction is a ...

A new, minimally invasive treatment that uses lasers to melt fat could replace the "tummy tuck," suggests research on more than 2,000 people. A new, minimally invasive treatment that uses lasers to ...