Fat Layer Reduction Forum

Liposuction has for many years been the gold standard of fat reduction, providing predictable outcomes, some downtime, and generally happy patients. The development of laser lipolysis has increased patient satisfaction by decreasing downtime and improving skin laxity.

A new article in the journal Biomedical Engineering Online has published a mathematical model for laser lipolysis. This model was developed by French researchers Mordon, Wassmer, Reynaud & Zemmouri at the Lille University Hospital. Here is an excerpt from the article:

Laser lipolysis can be described by a theoretical model. Fat volume reduction observed in patients is in accordance with model calculations. Due to heat diffusion, temperature elevation is also produced inside the lower reticular dermis. This interesting observation can explain remodeling of the collagenous tissue, with clinically evident skin tightening.

In conclusion, while the heat generated by interstitial laser irradiation provides stimulate lipolysis of the fat cells, the collagen and elastin are also stimulated resulting in a tightening in the skin. This mathematical model should serve as a useful tool to simulate and better understand the mechanism of action of the laser lipolysis.

Laser lipolysis has become an incredibly popular treatment option for the reduction of fat. New treatment alternatives are also on the horizon which offer some interesting potential as well. We shall see!

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