LipoDissolve

What is LipoDissolve?
LipoDissolve is a series of micro-injections developed to dissolve fat deposits of the face and body. LipoDissolve is a non-surgical method of body contouring and an alternative to minor liposculpture.


How do I know if LipoDissolve is right for me?
You may be a candidate for LipoDissolve if you have small areas of fat deposits that need reduction, or you are unable to undergo surgical lipoplasty. During your consultation the physician will evaluate your condition and profile, and whether LipoDissolve is the right solution for you.


What happens during LipoDissolve?
LipoDissolve micro-injections target the fat deposits. When injections are done to the fat area you wish to have reduced, the medications in the injections initiate the fat to gradually loosen, liquefy and finally dissolve and eliminate through the natural process.

The main components of LipoDissolve is phosphatidylcholine, which is a natural compound produced from the soya bean. The body uses the same substance in a number of chemical pathways, including fat metabolism. LipoDissolve has been scientifically proven to break down fat inside the fat cells. The fat is dissolved into liquid and eliminated from the body through natural means.


How much weight can I expect to lose?
LipoDissolve is not a weight loss program, and although some patients have dramatic reduction in circumferal measurement, the actual weight loss may be insignificant. This is common even with liposuction surgery of fat removal.


Will the fat return after LipoDissolve treatment?
The fat will return if you gain more weight in the future, but observations in LipoDissolve have shown that the fat often stay off quite well in the treated area even after some overall weight gain and retains a natural look without pockets of unevenness.


Which part of the body can be treated with LipoDissolve?
LipoDissolve can be used to address fat deposits of the following areas:

  • Thighs
  • Hips
  • Double chin/neck
  • Fat of the cheeks and midface
  • Fat deposits of the lower eye pads.
  • Upper arms
  • Lower arms
  • Upper abdomen
  • Lower abdomen
  • Love handles
  • Fat deposits of the back
  • Knees and legs
Is LipoDissolve safe?
LipoDissolve has shown a very promising safety report and compared with many popular cosmetic procedures, it can be viewed as very safe. Pharmaceutical agents used in LipoDissolve contain combination of enzymes, vitamins and low dosage of medications. LipoDissolve still lack clinical data to confirm long-term safety. Allergic reactions against the medications is possible as in any treatment and patients must inform the physician if they have any known allergies against medications or other or whether they are on medications or suffer from metabolic disorders.

If you have any concerns about LipoDissolve safety, make sure your physician has answered all your questions to satisfaction during consultation before accepting treatment.


What are the side-effects?
Common side-effects are some light burning in the area injected, bruising, swelling and aching. Women should avoid treatment before and during their period, as this created a much greater experience of discomfort and pain. Your doctor will explain during your consultation what reactions are common and rare with LipoDissolve, and what degree of side-effects you should expect.


How long does the procedure take and is the procedure painful?
The procedure takes between 30 – 45 minutes, depending on the area. The procedure is seldom very painful, with exception to some body areas and body types which may cause a bit more ache after therapy. Discomfort can be reduced by ice or local anesthetics (cream).


How long is the downtime or recovery?
Depending on body area treated, patients often return to normal activity immediately after treatment. Patients having facial treatments for double chin or facial fat will have extensive and unattractive swelling and may wish to stay off from work 3-4 days although this is not necessary. The normal time for swelling and soreness to disappear is one week. Some minor swelling may persist longer.


How many treatments will I need?
You may need up to 8 treatments. It varies from patient to patient case and body areas targeted. It is normal that results are seen in 2 – 4 sessions although your case can differ.


How fast will I see results?
Treatments are repeated every 2 – 4 weeks apart. If you address large body areas, like the abdomen, and require several sessions you may notice minimal results between the second and 4 th session which generally improve with additional sessions. Many smaller areas, like double chin, or eye fat pad often give satisfactory results two months after a single session. Results vary from patient to patient and can be very dramatic in some patients with excellent cosmetic results, while minor in others depending on their metabolic profile, body type and other factors.


Who is not a candidate for LipoDissolve?
Treatment is not recommended for: children, anyone less than 18 years old, pregnant women, nursing mothers, diabetics with vascular concerns or who are taking insulin injections, person with autoimmune or liver disease, people with an acute or chronic infection. People on chemotherapy or history of chemo/radiation, people with Cancer, AIDS or HIV positive.


What can I expect during my consultation appointments?
Your first visit with Dr. Motamedy will be a LipoDissolve consultation. After filling out a series of forms, the doctor will review your medical history and give you an in depth explanation as to what LipoDissolve is. She will address any of your concerns.

You may receive two small injections used for allergy testing.

In most cases, patients are not treated at the time of the LipoDissolve consultation in order to allow time to see if there are any allergic reactions to the two injections. The patient is required to call 24 hours later to report if s/he has had any negative reaction. These results will get recorded in the patient’s LipoDissolve chart.

You may schedule your treatment 2 – 3 days after your consult.


What to expect during treatment.
Before your treatment:
  • We recommend that you avoid any medications that can prolong bleeding 10 to 14 days prior to your treatment. Medications such as Aspirin and NSAID’s (Motrin, Aleve, etc.). (Please consult with your primary care physician before stopping any of your medications).

The day of your treatment:

  • Wear loose/baggy clothes.
  • Eat a high protein meal half an hour before your treatment.
  • Avoid caffeine before your treatment.
  • You will have photos taken.
  • An anesthetic cream will be applied on the treated area for 20 – 40 minutes.
  • The doctor will administer several tiny injections to the trouble area.

After the procedure:

  • Wear loose clothing
  • Avoid aspirin or NSAIDS for 24 – 48 hours. You can take Tylenol for pain or discomfort.
  • Avoid Alcohol, excessive exercise, and sun exposure for 24 hours.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Massage the area 72 hours after treatment to prevent nodule formation.
  • Avoid hot showers for 8 hours after treatment.