PREMIER POWER ASSISTED LIPOSUCTION IN GILBERT

What is Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL)?

Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) is an innovative body contouring procedure designed to remove unwanted fat with precision. The technique uses a small tube called a cannula, attached to a vibrating handpiece that creates controlled, rapid motions. This movement gently breaks up fat cells, making them easier to extract without relying on heat, ensuring a smooth and efficient fat removal process.

The term Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) is sometimes linked to the specific machine used for the procedure. At True Contour Medical in Gilbert, we use the Vibrasat Pro by MollerMedical, a device known for its versatility across different treatment areas and its ability to maintain high mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) viability during fat transfer procedures.

Compared to traditional suction-assisted liposuction (SAL), (https://www.realself.com/surgical/liposuction), which involves manually maneuvering the cannula, Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) streamlines the process. PAL’s efficiency reduces surgeon fatigue and shortens anesthesia time, making it a safer and more comfortable option for patients.

Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) can be used as a standalone technique for breaking up and removing fat cells or paired with technologies such as VASER (https://www.realself.com/surgical/vaser-liposuction) (ultrasound energy), Smartlipo (https://www.realself.com/surgical/smart-lipo) (laser heat), and Renuvion (radiofrequency combined with helium plasma). These complementary tools liquefy fat for smoother removal, reduce tissue trauma, and help tighten the skin slightly for enhanced contouring results.

Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) can be used on a wide range of body areas, including the abdomen, love handles, back, bra rolls, upper arms, inner and outer thighs, knees, ankles, and under the chin, just like traditional liposuction techniques.

Are You a Candidate For Treatment?

Since liposuction is not a weight loss solution (https://www.realself.com/concerns/major-weight-loss), the ideal candidates are those who are within 30% of their target weight and have localized fat deposits that don't respond to diet and exercise. Good skin elasticity is also important, as skin with looseness or stretch marks may not bounce back and could sag following the procedure.

Benefits of Power Assisted Liposuction

• Targets and removes stubborn fat deposits, creating a more toned and contoured silhouette.
• Efficiently eliminates fat from various regions of the body.
• Retains fat cells for fat grafting or transfer procedures.
• Removes fat with minimal impact on surrounding tissues.
• Enhances the results of plastic surgery by eliminating excess fat.
• Provides a lasting solution for weight loss and body shaping.
• Focuses on trouble spots where fat persists despite diet and exercise.
• Smoothly removes excess fat, refining body contours.

Thanks to the precision of the oscillating cannula, recovery from Power Assisted Liposuction in Gilbert tends to be more comfortable than with traditional liposuction methods. It’s normal to experience some bruising and swelling as the body heals. Compression garments are commonly recommended to minimize swelling and support the recovery process.

After Power Assisted Liposuction, some mild discomfort may occur in the first few days, but most patients can quickly resume light activities. Complete recovery and optimal results typically take a few weeks, depending on the treatment area and procedure scope. PAL is gentler on surrounding tissue, so recovery tends to be faster than with traditional liposuction. Following a healthy lifestyle after the procedure is important to ensure lasting results.