Thursday, April 23, 2009

Lipodissolve 101

The search for a treatment to dissolve fat is endless. Over the past 3 decades, numerous treatments have been developed and marketed but none is effective. Now we have Lipodissolve.

Lipodissolve is a relatively novel procedure that is hyped up to dissolve fat pockets in the body. Lipodissolve has been used in Europe for more than 3 decades but has only recently being introduced to the North American market.
Lipodissolve consists of a number of injections into localized fat pockets. The injections are made up of a formulation of chemicals that act like detergents. These chemicals break up the fat without causing any damage to the skin or muscle tissues. The chief constituent of Lipodissolve is phosphatidylcholine. The dissolved fat is then slowly removed by the body over the next few weeks to months.

When should one get Lipodissolve?

In general, Lipodissolve is recommended when exercise and dietary changes fail to remove small pockets of fat and cellulite. The providers of Lipodissolve treatment claim that after therapy, most individuals develop a well-contoured body with smoother, softer and taut skin. It is also claimed that Lipodissolve can obviate the need for tummy tuck surgery and liposuction.

Is the procedure painful?

Definitely
, it is very painful. The needle goes deep into the fat pockets and does hurt. This pain is increased with frequent injections. The pain is of moderate intensity and does not immediately disappear. Women who have had these injections claim that pain can last many days

What are other side effects of lipodissolve injections?


The most common side effects are:

- swelling
- tenderness
- bruising

These side effects usually remain for 4-7 days and then slowly disappear.

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