Body Contouring: What Is Lipodissolve? Its Side Effects To Consider

There are many methods for achieving a sleek and slim physique. A healthy diet combined with an adequate exercise routine should be built into one's lifestyle. These are the two most important ways to achieve a slender physical shape as well as optimum health. Sometimes, even the physically fit have some remaining bulges which have not responded to the regime.

Lipodissolve is a technique which removes unwanted pockets of fatty tissue, also called adipose tissue, that remain on the body even after diet, exercise and liposuction. It is designed for small amounts of fat that add up to only a few inches which need to be removed. If larger amounts need to be suctioned away, it would be better to consider having liposuction performed.

The procedure of Lipodissolve entails a plastic surgeon injecting a substance directly into the fatty deposits in order to cause them to dissolve. The substance may contain primarily PCDC, which stands for phosphatidylcoline. PCDC is a soy product combined with a natural chemical called deoxcholate. Other additives which may be present include hormones, antibiotics, enzymes, and vitamins.

Some risks and complications, as with any medical procedure, may occur. There is a possibility of hives, bruising, swelling, allergic reactions, lumpiness, diarrhea or fever resulting from the injections. This procedure, though considered to be safe by most physicians, is not yet approved by the FDA. The initials, FDA, stand for the Food and Drug Administration which is the governmental agency which oversees the safety of all food and drugs in the United States.

This process is considered minimally invasive with very little recovery time. No anesthetic is required for the procedure. Multiple sessions are usually required in order to achieve completely satisfactory results. Some patients notice results within a few months after treatment while others need multiple treatments before significant change is noted.

The cost will vary depending on the physician and the amount of Lipodissolve that is needed. Prices range from approximately $400 to $1,500. This will be determined upon the initial consultation with the doctor.

During an initial consultation, the plastic surgeon or dermatologist will take a health history, do a physical examination and assessment to determine if the patient is a viable candidate for the procedure. The candidate should be in good health and not be pregnant, lactating, have HIV, Hepatitis, cancer or auto-immune disorders. "Before and after" photos should be available at the physician's office for viewing, in order to have a realistic idea of what the outcome may be.