Author Rod Davis, PA-C, Director of Surgery, Pacific Lipo
Have you had a prior liposculpture or liposuction procedure that didn’t quite meet the expectations that you were hoping for? There may be several reasons for this. You may have had unrealistic expectations to begin with despite your experienced liposuctionist explaining the limitations of the procedure and the individual challenges presented by your body type or skin tone prior your to surgery. It could also be due to the need for a completely different kind of procedure that would address a problem that additional lipo could not correct (ie., tummy tuck/abdominoplasty). Or it may be due to the need for an additional lipo treatment to the same area commonly called a “touch-up” or “revision” procedure. Fortunately, in most offices that specialize in liposuction, this is not a common procedure. However, specific indications for this kind of procedure depend on the physical appearance of the problem areas, the degree of laxity in one’s skin, subsequent weight loss or gain following your procedure, or changes in exercise patterns, etc. A touch up procedure is normally a quicker procedure re-using some or all of the same incisions. The aftercare is often easier and more manageable as well.
Speak with your liposuction specialist honestly regarding your expectations prior to any procedure. Following your procedure, return to the liposuction office or at least contact them on a regular basis to discuss how things are healing and anything that may be done to optimize your results. Try to follow the advice that is given to you without deviating on your own. Once healed, if you have not noticed the improvements that were discussed prior to your procedure, communicate that to the office which performed your procedure. Perhaps a simple touch up procedure would help you to achieve the results that you had originally hoped for.
For more information on a Liposuction Specialist in San Diego, California, please contact Rod Davis PA at Pacific Lipo (858) 427-8899. To ask Physician Assistant Rod Davis a liposuction question – email rod@pacificlipo.com. Rod Davis is the Director of Surgery of one of the leading liposuction clinics in the country, Pacific Liposculpture in La Jolla, California.
To view before/after photos and patient video testimonials regarding Rod’s work, visit the photo gallery at www.PacificLipo.com
Author Rod Davis, PA-C, Director of Surgery, Pacific Lipo
In our increasingly beauty obsessed society, it seems like more of us are choosing to seek out cosmetic surgery to improve any flaws (whether real or perceived). Of these cosmetic procedures, one of the most popular is Laser Liposcuction (also knows as Laser Lipo, Smart Lipo or Lunchtime Lipo).
Laser liposuction involves the use of a laser to “melt away” fatty deposits and then tightens the surrounding skin. This technique was first discovered in Europe and has recently become FDA approved for use in the USA. Laser liposuction has been used for the past 10 years in South America, Europe and Asia. The procedure is typically done in an office setting and does not require the use of a general anesthetic. A very small cannula, or tube, approximately 1.0 mm to 2.0 mm in diameter containing a laser fiber is inserted into the skin. The cannula is moved back and forth delivering the laser’s energy to the fat cells, causing them to rupture and easily drain away. The fluid released from the fat cells is removed by the body’s natural waste system. The laser also causes small blood vessels to coagulate immediately on contact, thus resulting in less bleeding and bruising.
Some liposuctionists report that one of the advantages of laser liposuction is the fact that the probability of scarring, muscle damage, or pain tends to be smaller than more traditional liposuction methods. As a result, the patient is usually able to return to work within 48-hours. One of the disadvantages of laser liposuction is that it may only be useful on a limited variety of body areas. These body parts include the neck, face, and arms. Some patients do not report a dramatic enough difference in their shapes or skin tightening following laser liposuction is used in other areas such as the abdomen, thighs, back areas, or the love handles. This may be due to today’s lasers not being quite aggressive enough in creating a significant change in the thickness of the fat deposits for most body types. There is also some doubt among liposuction specialists as to exactly how effective laser liposuction is when it comes to skin tightening. That being said, laser liposuction can be an effective procedure for a small portion of liposuction candidates.
Pricing of this procedure varies a great deal depending on how much fat you want removed, which body part is being treated, or which office you seek treatment in. Patients who are interested in this procedure should seek treatment in a facility that specializes in liposculpture. It is much more likely that their results will be better compared to other less experienced offices and the pricing often times is more affordable. Pricing to selecting any method of liposuction, one should contact a liposuction specialist to find out what this procedure can do for their particular problem area.
For more information on Liposuction in San Diego, please contact Pacific Liposculpture at (858) 427-8899. To ask Rod Davis, Physician Assistant a liposuction question – email rod@pacificlipo.com.
The Director of Surgery for Pacific Liposculpture, Rod Davis, is a Professional Physicians Assistant (PA). In his role with the San Diego, California-based clinic, he performs consultations; engages in various outpatient liposculpture procedures; liaises between directors, physicians, and staff; and generally supervises all aspects of the Pacific Lipo surgical department. Board certified as a PA for nine years, Rodney Davis is licensed to practice in both California and New York State, and has trained physicians and other PAs on the art of liposculpture.
Having performed over 15,000 liposculpture procedures to date, Rod Davis maintains particular expertise across tumescent anesthesia and laser-assisted liposculpture. He has employed lipo treatments for a variety of satisfied clients, including athletes, lawyers, physicians, and even a number of coworkers. View Before and After photos of his work here.
Rod holds a BS through Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and commands extensive training as a Physicians Assistant. He attended Touro College, ultimately earning a BS through the Bayshore, New York-based PA program. Following this, he acquired specialized training and diverse professional experience through a series of medical and cosmetic surgery-oriented positions.
Rod Davis maintains PA accreditation through the National Commission on Certification of Physicians Assistants. A member of the California Academy of Physicians Assistants, he also holds certification through the DEA, sustains CPR accreditation through the American Heart Association, and carries ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) infectious disease certification. In addition to his work as a Physicians Assistant, Rod also maintains a rich array of personal interests. He regularly supports charitable initiatives such as the American Red Cross and Elijah's Promise Soup Kitchen and contributes to organizations like The Salvation Army and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. On top of fishing and traveling, Rod is an avid reader and plays basketball and racquetball when time permits.
Watch Rod perform the liposculpture procedure on Pacific Lipo's YouTube channel or visit www.RodDavisPA.com for his full bio and professional works.
