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 Velashape-Finally what I was looking for!!

I tried everything to get rid of the cellulite on the back o...[more]
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 So far Smartlipo Results Amazing!

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Q: I hate my love-handles. What should I do to remove them?
There are a number of treatments now available. [Read More]
Q: What is SmartLipo?

SmartLipo is the laser liposuction device from Cynosure. Read... [Read More]

Q: How much does LipoLite Cost? Whats the treatment like?

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The Patient's Guide
to Body Contouring

Body Contouring: Revealing the Better Body Without

Weight gain, dieting, the trials and tribulations of exercising, it can be difficult getting our bodies looking as good as we'd like. Often diet and exercise leave stubborn love-handles, or fat along the thighs, our belly, and hips. Science has begun developing new and exciting ways to improve the body contour and give our body the shape we desire. Some of the most exciting technologies are non-invasive fat removal methods. This site helps understand these technologies better.

Beyond Liposuction

Liposuction is generally safe and effective but does have major risks associated with it. Depending on the amount of fat being removed, longer recovery times, pain, even death may be potential risks. Liposuction is a major surgery and poses all of the similar risks of surgery. Because of this, scientists and researchers have been developing new, noninvasive fat removal techniques which will offer many of the benefits of liposuction, with less risk. Some of these include laser-assisted liposuction, cryo body contouring or "cryolipo", and laser fat reduction.

The Patient's Guide®

The science of body contouring is moving very quickly and we try to keep our information as up-to-date as possible. The content of this website is editing and published by some of the leading cosmetic physicians in the world. As a Patient's Guide® website, we are committed to the highest standards of medical accuracy and review. Please do note that no website, advertising, or opinion can replace consultation with an expert physician and before making any decision on treatment, it is advisable to speak to your doctor first.

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