Evangelos Keramidas Abstract Radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) is a relatively new technology which is based on the delivery of direct radiofrequency energy into the subcutaneous fat achieving simultaneously coagulation, fat dissociation,…
Steven M. Levine Abstract Improving the neck and jawline contour can be accomplished through several ways. As we age, we can develop excess fat in our neck, our neck structures…
Sachin M. Shridharani Abstract Injection adipocytolysis is a relatively new concept for treating discernable pockets of fat. Though injecting medications in the hope of destroying adipocytes has been ongoing for…
Diane Irvine Duncan Abstract Traditional face lifting techniques have been replaced in a majority of patients with a multitude of less invasive options, including botulinum toxin and filler injections, fat…
Spero J. Theodorou, Christopher T. Chia, and Erez Dayan Abstract Body contouring has been addressed through liposuction alone or with skin excision procedures. Traditionally, only individuals with relatively mild skin…
Briar L. Dent and B. Aviva Preminger Abstract Power-assisted liposuction (PAL) allows for increased fat extraction with reduced tissue trauma and operator fatigue due to improved tissue penetration. The reciprocating…
Alfredo Hoyos and Mauricio Perez Abstract Ultrasound technologies were introduced to liposuction in the late 80s to selectively emulsificate the adipose tissue and facilitate the fat extraction. Three generations of…
Rachel L. Goldstein, William G. Austen Jr., and Erez Dayan Abstract This chapter explores surgically applicable anatomical, compositional, and diverse physiologic properties of adipose tissue and their effects on outcomes…
Isabel Robinson and Pierre Saadeh Abstract Initially adopted by craniofacial surgeons, three-dimensional imaging technology has more recently expanded into the fields of breast and body contouring. These systems create value…
Jennifer Croix and Anne Chapas Abstract Focused ultrasound technologies offer methods for noninvasive fat reduction and body contouring that are generally safe, targeted, require no to minimal recovery time, and…
