Laser Liposuction

We are the first physician-owned practice in Washington DC Metro area to offer SlimLipo laser liposuction.

What  is the SlimLipo Procedure?  SlimLipo combines liposuction with laser treatment to tighten the skin and remove fatty tissue.  Performed in our surgical office setting, NO general anesthesia is required as the patient remains awake and with minimal discomfort during the treatment session.  Dr. Varano uses local or tumescent anesthesia, by infusing a lidocaine mixture, then inserts the laser into a few small incisions smaller than the width of a pencil. The laser then not only liquefies and removes surrounding fatty tissue, but also helps tighten the surrounding skin, which differs from traditional liposuction.  Treatments times range between 1-3 hours. Since sutures are not required once the treatment is completed there are no disfiguring scars where the procedure was performed.
 

How effective are the Results?  Results usually can be dramatic. It is important to ask your consulting physician, the amount of joules/energy used for a treatment session. Dr Varano may spend additional treatment time as more energy produces more skin tightening & fat melting which generally renders better results (on average 60,000 -90,000 joules for a full abdomen and flanks).
 

What areas can be treated?  Typical areas are abdomen, love handles, hips, inner and outer thighs, buttocks, back, neck/chin, and upper arms.
 

Who are the best candidates?  Even though up to 10 pounds can be removed, best candidates are those people who are close to their ideal body weight, and have stubborn areas that are resistant to diet and exercise.
 

What is the downtime/recovery period?  Most patients can return to work in 2 days. Because the laser heats the skin and tumescent anesthesia is utilized, there is less bruising than traditional liposuction.  Swelling usually subsides within a week.  No sutures are required as the skin heals by a natural process.  You may feel sore, but most individuals use over the counter pain analgesics for recovery (Tylenol). You will be fitted with a compression garment to wear for the first week, and will be asked to avoid strenuous activity for several weeks.
 

When will I see results?  Depending which area(s) is treated, you will notice an improvement of the skin  and contour of your body shape after the swelling subsides. In general,  just a few weeks after the treatment there will be a noticeable change.
 

Are The Results Permanent?  Fats cells are permanently removed, and we do not grow new fat cells with aging. If you continue with a sensible diet and exercise regimen results are permanent. If you gain excessive weight, the remaining fat cells can enlarge and may redistribute over the body.
 

Why is SlimLipo superior to other laser lipolysis  systems available?  There are 2 main advantages over other laser lipolysis systems:

1. optimal dual wavelength  technology.  SlimLipo Laser system utilizes laser light at 2 different wavelengths (924nm, & 970 nm) which are more specific for fat cells.  Other available laser lipolysis systems wavelengths absorb more water (18 times more) than fat. Therefore they only  “break apart” fat cells, whereas the SlimLipo system more specifically targets and “melts” fat cells like butter. This is advantageous when treating average to larger areas, and less manual manipulation is needed, which allows for more fat removal and quicker recovery times. Before the advent of SlimLipo, Dr. Varano trained in 2007 on the first available laser lipolysis systems, which he felt were inferior to this current technology. Because laser lipolysis was in its early discovery period just a few years ago, the ideal wavelength for fat cells was not fully recognized. Since the advent of SlimLipo we now can specifically target the fat cells which permit larger volumes and easier removal during a treatment.
   
                                   
    
2. Continued Wave Output of treatment tip.  The laser fires at a continual wavelength, which avoid high peaked powers to cause unnecessary use of high energy. This is turn decreases the risk of any skin burns, which maybe seen in competing laser systems.
    

What are the advantages of SlimLipo versus traditional liposuction?  First, we are able to use tumescent anesthesia. This alone eliminates the risks associated with general anesthesia.  It also permits the fatty tissue to separate from underlying structures for easy removal. The combination of laser and tumescent anesthesia cause blood vessel constriction, for less bruising. The laser also tightens and smoothes skin, so the risk of skin irregularities, sagging skin or contour deformities are reduced. In fact, SlimLipo can be used to improve contour deformities from previous traditional liposuction surgery.  There are no sutures, no disfiguring scars and quicker recovery than traditional liposuction.
 

Can I have SlimLipo if I have had previous liposuction?  Yes, a patient who has had previous liposuction can be treated with SlimLipo and expect to see additional benefits.
 

How Do I set up an appointment, what are the costs associated with the treatment?  All consults and treatments are with Dr Varano, free of charge and can be done at any of our locations. All treatments are performed at our main office above the Friendship Heights metro stop located at the DC/Maryland boarder. You may call (301)656-5273 for approximate costs for particular area(s) and to schedule an initial consultation.
 

Testimonial

Thank You Dr Varano!!!, You have never over promised and have always produced results that are beyond my expectations. I lost 4 dress sizes since the Laser Liposuction 5 weeks ago and have absolutely no residual effect. I had a smooth transition back to work 2 days later. There was no discomfort and I’ve had a radical difference in my ability to exercise. I’ve had a good experience going back to the gym and don’t feel like everyone is looking at me. This provided the improvement on body areas where diet and exercise were just not enough.  C.S.

Watch the Video of a SlimLipo procedure performed by Dr. Varano: