FAQs
PureLipo™ Frequently Asked Questions
How is PureLipo™different? The PureLipo™ technique is more advanced than the traditional surgical liposuction and other forms of tumescent liposuction. PureLipo™ uses very small instruments, a more gentle suction process, and the actual procedure itself delivers superior body contouring and promotes skin tightening for smoother results. As a result of the use of such small instruments, there are no sutures used. Bruising and discomfort following the procedure are minimized and most patients are able to return to work and near normal activity within 48 hours. The entire procedure lasts typically a total of only about three hours.
What is tumescent anesthesia? The tumescent technique for local anesthesia involves the injection of large volumes of diluted local anesthetic fluid into the fat beneath the skin, causing the area to become swollen and firm. This technique eliminates the need for general anesthesia and also eliminates much of the bleeding associated with traditional surgery. The tumescent technique results in a procedure that is safe and less painful, with minimal recovery time and tremendous results.
What areas can be treated? Almost any area of the body containing fat can be treated. The most common areas for women include the abdomen, waist, thighs, hips, buttocks, neck, arms and knees. In men, the most commonly treated areas include the "love handles," abdomen, chest, neck and chin.
How much fat can be removed? Up to 4 liters of fat can be removed in a single session, which is the same amount as with traditional liposuction.
Is PureLipo™painful? There is minimal discomfort during the initial administration of the tumescent solution. The procedure itself is basically painless. The use of the tumescent technique, small instruments, tiny insertion sites and the more gentle fat removal process using the syringe instead of powered suction greatly reduces post procedure bruising and discomfort. There will be a minimal amount of downtime, and some pain, but typically not nearly to the level of traditional lipo.
Is PureLipo™ permanent? Fat cells that are removed by PureLipo™ do not grow back. As long as you do not gain excessive weight, the shape and contour of the body created by PureLipo™ is permanent. If you gain weight after PureLipo™, the figure will be a larger version of the new shape. Although one can expect some changes with aging, as long as there is no weight gain, the result is permanent.
How did Dr. Katsura learn to perform PureLipo™? Dr. Sant Antonio, the physician who has founded the technique and who has successfully and safely performed thousands of these procedures, personally trained Dr. Katsura at his facility in Florida. A physician from Dr. Sant Antonio's office, who has also performed hundreds of PureLipo™ procedures, now works with and assists Dr. Katsura in Hawaii.
Why don't all physicians use the tumescent technique? One of the most obvious reasons is that the tumescent technique, with the use of small instruments and no powerful suction pump, results in a procedure that takes about twice as long to perform as traditional liposuction while costing much less. This new form of body sculpture is a technique that requires training separate from traditional liposuction. The training for PureLipo™ is very intense and very expensive, so few physicians go through the time and expense to learn this technique.
Is PureLipo™expensive? PureLipo™ does not require the use of general anesthesia or the use of a surgical center. So it can cost thousands of dollars less than other forms of liposuction. The average patient price is usually less than $5,000.
How do I know PureLipo™ is right for me? Call to schedule a free consultation. We will determine together if PureLipo™ is right for you.
