Bodytite vs. Liposuction

Joe Amaral

4 years ago

Even when you’re at your goal weight, it can be hard to celebrate your accomplishments when you still have stubborn fat that you can’t seem to lose. At Chetco Medical & Aesthetics located in Brookings, OR, we offer a minimally invasive treatment that will give you immediate results. We are proud to offer BodyTite, a method of fat removal that is quick and is guaranteed to deliver the results that you haven’t been able to achieve at the gym or with a healthy diet.

BodyTite vs. Liposuction

BodyTite and Liposuction are both in-office methods of fat removal that provide those who want to be rid of stubborn fat with the opportunity to do so. While these two methods are similar and deliver results, there are many differences between how they work, added benefits that come with treatments, and what is involved during the recovery period.

How They Work

Both of these fat removal methods successfully remove excess, stubborn fat from the body but they use different energy sources to do it.

Laser Energy

Traditional lipo involves the use of laser energy to break up fat cells beneath the surface of the skin. During the procedure, a very thin tube is inserted following a surgical incision into the treatment area. During the process, laser energy is used to break down the fat cells for easy removal. Once the fat cells are broken down, a thin tube called a cannula is inserted and a suctioning device removes the broken down fat from the treatment area out of the body.

Radio Frequency Energy

BodyTite doesn’t involve the use of lasers but instead uses radiofrequency energy to melt fat cells so that they can be gently removed from the body. During a treatment, an injection is given into the treatment area to harden the fat cells. Then, a very tiny probe is inserted below the surface of the skin to transfer radiofrequency energy to the fat cells, which causes them to melt. The melted fat cells are then removed through liposuction.

This treatment is unique because it utilizes a dual probe to both melt fat cells and tightens the skin. Radiofrequency energy liquefies fat cells but it also stimulates collagen production in the treatment area, which results in tighter skin and increased elasticity. Once stimulated, the body will increase collagen production in the area with loose skin, and gradually, as collagen increases in the area, there will be an increased firmness and improved skin tone.

The Different End Goals

Fat Loss

If you have age-related or weight loss-related loose skin, lipo will remove fat standing between you and your goal weight, but it won’t tighten the skin. You will need to undergo a separate treatment after a liposuction procedure to tighten any loose, extra skin.

Skin Tightening and Fat Loss

BodyTite treatment provides an extra benefit in addition to fat removal. It uses radiofrequency energy not only to melt fat cells but to stimulate collagen production deep within the skin to tighten loose skin. Radiofrequency energy stimulates collagen production which gradually leads to tighter more toned-looking skin. Those who undergo this treatment typically report a 40% increase in skin elasticity and firmness, which makes a very noticeable difference in appearance.

The Actual Process

These two fat removal methods also differ according to the total amount of time that each takes to complete, as well as the necessary measures that are taken during the actual process. Liposuction qualifies as a surgical procedure and typically takes anywhere from one to four hours to complete. It requires the use of general anesthesia, similar to other surgeries, and you will be unconscious for the duration of the procedure.

BodyTite treatments qualify as non-surgical treatments and take up to one hour to complete, based on how many areas you are having treated during a session. During treatment, you may only require local anesthesia, which will numb the treatment area for optimal comfort, and a mild sedative but will not cause you to become unconscious during the process.

The Recovery Process

Both of these fat removal methods involve a recovery period. Every aspect of the recovery period associated with BodyTite portland is significantly less demanding when compared to what is required following a traditional lipo procedure. When you compare all of the aspects of recovery, from the scarring to the swelling, to what you need to wear on your body afterward for optimal results, these two fat removal methods are very different from each other.

Scarring

If you experience any scarring following this non-surgical fat removal treatment, they will be minimal and will fade with time. There is a very low risk of scarring at all, as well as a very low risk of unwanted results. The scarring that results from typical liposuction procedures is generally more difficult to avoid and to hide. They will require additional skin treatments if you want to lighten them or work to remove them entirely.

Swelling and Bruising

Every liposuction procedure results in some amount of swelling and bruising in the treatment area but it is often deep and can lead to a significant amount of discomfort. This alternative treatment, however, only results in a very minimal amount of swelling at the treatment site, which can be easily managed with at-home care. Minimal swelling does not cause the same level of discomfort as that which is often associated with traditional lipo.

Downtime

Both of these fat removal methods involve downtime. Traditional lipo requires anywhere from one to two full weeks of downtime and a relatively long road to recovery. Such a recovery will require that you enlist help at home, take time off of work, and rest. Those who undergo the alternative, non-surgical treatment typically only experience two to three days of downtime and are fully recovered within one week of their treatment.

Compression Garments

Compression garments help reduce swelling and lead to a faster recovery. They also help alleviate discomfort associated with swelling and fluid retention during the recovery process. With traditional lipo, compression garments are a necessary part of recovery. They must be worn for up to six weeks to ensure the best results. With this alternative treatment, you may still need to wear a compression garment but only for up to two weeks to get the best results.

The Results

Whenever you decide to undergo a method of fat removal, your mind is always focused on the results. The results are the end goal, and when you commit to a fat removal method, you are willing to do what it takes to reach that end goal. With different methods of fat removal, results typically show up when swelling subsides. With traditional lipo, it may take anywhere from three to nine months to first notice results, and up to one year for best results to appear.

With BodyTite, you will see noticeable results immediately following your initial treatment and your final, best results by six months. This is a dramatic difference in results, which is what makes it such a popular treatment for those who want a minimally invasive treatment that delivers results without much downtime, as fast as possible.

Lasting Results

Both of these fat removal methods permanently remove fat from the body. The fat cells are extracted from the body so they cannot return. However, that doesn’t mean that new fat cells can’t develop due to weight gain. The best way to ensure permanent results is to maintain a healthy lifestyle inclusive of regular daily activity and a clean diet filled with fresh, whole foods void of chemicals, preservatives, high fats, and artificial sugars.

The Benefits of In-Office Fat Removal Methods

Guaranteed Results

There’s no question as to whether these fat removal methods work. You will get results; it’s what it takes to get those results that are the difference between these two methods. Which is right for you depends on the type of results you are looking for. If you want to tighten and tone your skin while simultaneously getting rid of your extra fat, this non-surgical alternative to traditional lipo will help you do just that.

Increased Confidence

The benefit of both of these fat removal methods is that they have emotional benefits as well as physical ones. Once your results become visible, you will enjoy an increased sense of confidence. Your clothes will fit better, which will make you feel better about your overall appearance so that you can face each challenge the day brings without having to worry about your appearance.

You’ll Have More Time for Yourself

Working out is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but spending hours at the gym is anything but healthy. If you’ve been trying to get rid of stubborn fat but have unsuccessful in doing so, a body contouring, skin tightening, fat reducing treatment will help. If you feel like you’re living at the gym and eating next to nothing, an in-office fat removal method is the best way to save yourself time and energy but still get real results.

These treatments can help improve your relationship with working out and fitness in general because you won’t feel the overwhelming need to over-exercise in an attempt to lose excess body fat. After you undergo and recover from a body-contouring treatment, you can work out to stay healthy, move your body, and choose ways to be active that you enjoy, not the dread.

You Can Stop Calorie Counting

Calorie counting can steal every ounce of joy from your life. Trying to lose excess fat by eating fewer calories can leave you completely drained of the energy you need to get through the day. If counting calories has not helped you lose the weight necessary to get rid of stubborn fat, this treatment will help you finally reach your goals. Once you commit to a fat removal treatment, you will be able to enjoy your meals without worrying about counting calories.

Taking the Next Step: Scheduling a Consultation

If you’ve been feeling discouraged about the fact that you just can’t seem to lose those last few pounds of body fat, we can help you look and feel your best. Contact us today at Chetco Medical & Aesthetics located in Brookings, OR, and schedule an initial consultation with one of our experts to see if a BodyTite treatment will give you the results you’re looking for.