Liposuction is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the world, and now with Aqualipo™ patients are getting even better results with less discomfort and much quicker recovery. Dr. Bassin believes that Aqualipo™, which combines the SmartLipo™ and Body Jet procedures, represents advancements in every aspect over older, more antiquated liposuction techniques. See for yourself the Aqualipo™ difference:
- Aqualipo™ is minimally invasive, with virtually no scarring and no stitches required. Because the SmartLipo™ cannula is so tiny, only a small incision is necessary. The cannula used for traditional liposuction can be up to six times larger, meaning that stitches are usually needed and scarring often occurs.
- Aqualipo™ minimizes bleeding, bruising and swelling. In traditional liposuction, a large cannula is aggressively moved through the treatment area, and the fat is vigorously suctioned from the body. The trauma to the surrounding tissue results in significant swelling and bruising, leading to a more difficult recovery. Aqualipo™ combines the fat melting power of the Smartlipo™ laser with Body Jet’s gentle fat removal technique. Dr. Bassin feels Aqualipo™ is a more artistic tool. As the laser targets unwanted fat cells, it also causes small blood vessels to coagulate, so there is less bleeding, swelling and bruising. Additionally, the Body Jet minimizes trauma to surrounding areas for a gentler treatment.
- Aqualipo™ results in significantly less downtime. With Aqualipo™ patients literally drive themselves to and from Dr. Bassin’s office, and can return to work as soon as the following day. Older liposuction techniques required a week or more of downtime.
- Aqualipo™ promotes tissue tightening for better body sculpting and skin tone. The heat from the SmartLipo™ laser interacts with the dermis, causing collagen shrinkage and encouraging the body to produce new, tighter strands of collagen in the coming months. The Body Jet’s gentle approach preserves the septal attachments between the deeper structures and the skin, which aids in a more naturally tightened and contoured result. That means Aqualipo™ patients don’t experience the loose and sagging skin that’s often associated with traditional liposuction techniques.
- With Aqualipo™ there’s no need for general anesthesia. That means lower medical risk and fewer complications. Additionally, patients don’t suffer from that “run over” feeling that can come after general anesthesia. Aqualipo™ patients are awake during the procedure, experience virtually no discomfort, and can typically drive themselves home after treatment.
- Aqualipo™ is much more cost effective than traditional liposuction.
| Aqualipo™ vs. Liposuction | |
| Aqualipo™ | TRADITIONAL LIPOSUCTION |
| Very small incision, almost no scarring, no stiches required. | Scarring occurs where cannula enters body, stiches usually required. |
| Promotes tissue tightening in areas where fat has gently been removed with water assisted liposuction of Body-jet. | Skin remains lax often leaves sagging skin where fat has been removed. |
| Minimizes trauma to surrounding areas. Minimal swelling, bruising or bleeding in treated area. (1mm-tube to melt fat away with Smartlipo™ laser) | Swelling, bruising & bleeding often occurs in area treated. ( 4-6 mm tube used to suck fat away) |
| Patient may return to work immediately. | Patient May return to work after weeks of recovery. |
| Aqualipo™ IS MUCH MORE COST EFFECTIVE | |
How do I get started with Aqualipo™?
If you want a private consultation about how to get your Body by Bassin at the SmartLipo™/Aqualipo™ Center of Florida, simply request an appointment online or call any of our five convenient locations: Melbourne, Florida office at 321-255-0025, Orlando, Florida office at 407-851-3888, Vero Beach, Florida office at 772-778-5383, Tampa, Florida at 813-872-7800, or The Villages, Florida office at 877-333-3223.
