Bridal Body by Rod

Here comes the bride...
  big, fat, and wide?

Not if Pacific Lipo

 has anything to do with it!

As the big day approaches, 

brides dedicate the little free time they have to getting the perfect look. From practicing the perfect up-do, down to the french tips on the toes - brides want to make sure that every detail about them is flawless. 

One of the most frustrating parts of the wedding transformation can be getting that "perfect body". Even on a strict diet and exercise routine, it can seem near impossible to tone your problem areas or go down a size.  Pacific Lipo has a solution... 

Liposculpture

Liposculpture (Lipo) is a minimally invasive technique to permanently remove fat cells from problem areas. This advanced lipo technique is able to provide immediate results with little to no downtime, which is ideal for any bride who has a list of things to do and plan each day.

"After the first day I took my wrappings off to take a shower I was shocked because I have never seen my stomach look that small.  The results were immediate, even through the swelling I looked amazing! 

When I had gone to try on dresses for my wedding, I felt amazing and all my friends saw how I looked and now THEY want to get lipo. My coworker is actually going there next week to have hers done, too."

-Lindsey S. from Portland, OR

The liposculpture procedures contour the bodies, providing smoother curves and better definition - just the right look for a wedding gown or a honeymoon bikini.

Liposculpture is performed on various parts of the body -including the abdomen, love handles, flanks, back, arms, thighs, chin.  View Pacific Lipo's photo gallery to view before & after photos of patients.

"I am a bride to be and this is the best money I could spend to get 

ready for my wedding. I can't wait to take my new body dress shopping!

Thanks again to Rod Davis and the staff 

at Pacific Liposculpture for being so amazing."

-Katie H. from San Diego, CA

Liposuction - What Is the Best Technique For Me?

Author: Rodney Davis, Physician Assistant-Certified

There are several different techniques for achieving virtually the same results – despite all of the marketing claims. So what do you need to know before choosing which option is best for you? I have briefly outlined the three major methods that every prospective patient should be aware of before moving forward with liposuction.

Ultasound Assisted Liposuction (UAL)

This method was originally considered an advancement in liposuction methods in the 1990’s. Vaser is one of the main manufactures in this realm of UAL devices. ULA uses cannulas which send ultrasound energy through the fatty tissues, thereby liquefying the fat tissue. Most providers now agree that this method carries an increased risk of skin and tissue burns, permanent tissue damage, scarring, nerve damage, and localized fluid accumulation called seromas. There is insufficient proof of the safety of UAL devices therefore the FDA has never approved the marketing and advertising of UAL devices to be specifically used for liposuction.

Power Assisted Liposuction

Power Assisted Liposuction or PAL is a form of liposuction that uses vibrating straw-like cannulas of varying sizes, to break up and remove fat cells.  This method allows the practioner to use less force while suctioning out fatty deposits compared to manual liposuction. The use of less physical force during the procedure is not only a more efficient way for the provider to remove fat, but may also lessen the amount of swelling to the tissues and minimize the degree of trauma to the incisions.

Laser Liposuction

Most advertising would suggest that laser manufactures such as SmartLipo and its competitors have completely reinvented liposuction. However, in reality all of the basic steps involved with traditional liposuction are usually performed with laser liposuction including the frequent sedation of the patients, the injection of tumescent fluid (numbing solution), as well as the suction of fat. With laser lipolysis there is always an additional step which involves the burning of fat just before removal. Initially, the laser was intended to be used without liposuction of the fat. ‘Melted’ fat was to be resorbed by the body. This has generally been shown to be ineffective. Most liposuctionists now agree that fat must be removed after the burning. Ironically, this is achieved in the EXACT same manner as would be performed without the laser.

Some known disadvantages of the laser are that the act of burning fat makes this a more invasive procedure. Burning can lead to complications and permanent injuries to the skin and surrounding tissues. This procedure can sometimes be more expensive and is frequently used by non-experts.

SmartLipo was the first laser FDA approved for this procedure, many other “fat melting” lasers are now on the market and many others are being developed. Other lasers include CoolLipo and LipoLite. Proponents of laser assisted liposuction claim that lasers have the ability to emulsify fat and tighten skin. Reportedly, skin tightening occurs due to laser energy which breaks collagen bonds in the dermis stimulating new collagen to form. This process is call neocollagenesis.

Before and After Liposculpture by Rod Davis, PA-C at Pacific Lipo

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No certain brand of lipolysis laser at this point has been proven to be superior to any other. In my opinion, it is actually the skill of the provider in proper tumescent liposuction technique that is the best predictor of outcome.

For more information on Liposuction in San Diego, please contact Pacific Lipo at (858) 427-8899. To ask Physician Assistant Rod Davis a liposuction question – email rod@pacificlipo.com.

Local Anesthesia vs. General Anesthsia

Author Rod Davis, PA-C, Director of Surgery at Pacific Lipo

Liposculpture under local anesthesia is the safest way to have liposuction. However, there are some people who may find it more uncomfortable than most other patients. I once performed a procedure on a patient who shared with me (after starting her procedure) that she always has difficulty when going to her dentist and requires multiple injections of the anesthetic to complete her dental procedures. Such people are commonly referred to as “lidocaine resistant” and may have a more comfortable experience if they were under general anesthesia (sleeping). However, general anesthesia is less safe and much more expensive. There were a handful of times when we stopped for a few minutes to add extra anesthetic during this person’s procedure but this is expected. She was still able to complete her procedure and even drive herself home afterwards. She scheduled another procedure in our office immediately afterwards. :)

Many members of our staff, including myself, have had a liposculpture (lipo) procedure. Most patients anticipate that lipo will not be a completely pain-free event for every patient but neither is laser hair removal, waxing, Botox, dental procedures, etc. So like many other procedures, one should have some expectation of momentary discomfort but most patients are pleasantly surprised.

The numbing phase tends to be the only uncomfortable part but normally just last for 5-10 minutes. Anyone can view website videos of actual patients having the same procedure that this person had but they are clearly comfortable and experiencing no pain while having their problem areas reshaped. Please visit Pacific Lipo's YouTube Channel to see patients having a procedure.

As for the incisions, we do not use stitches which allows for a couple of days of drainage (lessens swelling and bruising). Therefore, the incisions are still a little stretched immediately following the procedure. They normally heal about the size of a freckle and sometimes fade significantly but that takes some time. The incisions do shrink, bruising does fade, and the discomfort usually passes after a 2-6 weeks. To view before and photos of what incisions and results may look like immediately after our procedures (1 week later, 1 month, and several months after) , please visit Pacific Lipo's Photo Gallery.

Consultations are free and pricing is all-inclusive.  Please call a Pacific Lipo Patient Coordinator at (858) 427-8899 for details or to scheduled a complimentary consultation.

Military Inch Loss - Liposculpture With Rod Davis

Pacific Lipo's Director of Surgery, Rod Davis, PA, preps a Marine for lipoculpture procedure.  This Marine has a tape test that he needs to pass later in the week.  The patient is looking for immediate and permanent inch loss that will save his career with the Marine Corps.  Davis will target this patient's love handles, upper, and lower abdomen to remove inches of fat and get him within his require measurements.

"Experience and reputation matter”, says Rod Davis, Director of Surgery, PA-Certified, of Pacific Lipo. “That’s why we remain one of the top lipo centers in California.” Davis has performed over 15,000 lipo procedures and is considered an expert in his field. He specializes in tumescent liposuction and has a track record of helping each one of his military patients get their body within the required measurements. To view before and after pictures, refer to Pacific Lipo's Military Patients Photo Gallery.

For more information about Rod Davis, Physician Assistant, visit www.RodDavisPA.com or call Pacific Lipo at (858) 427-8899 to schedule a consultation for his professional advice.