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• Why Have the Procedure?
• How Does Lipoplasty Differ From Other Liposuction Techniques?
• What Are the Benefits of Lipoplasty?
• What Happens During Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?
• What Happens After Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?
• Are The Results of Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty Permanent?
• Who Is a Good Candidate for Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?
• Who Can Perform Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?
• Are There Risks Involved With Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?
• How Much Does Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty Cost?
• Lipoplasty (Ultrasonic Assisted) Index
• Find a local Plastic Surgeon in your town

Are There Risks Involved With Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty?

UAL has a good safety record to date, but carries the same risks as all liposuction surgery, such as rare occurrence of infection, blood or fat clots; or cosmetic risks like a change in skin pigmentation, or skin texture. Post-operative fluid collections, known as seromas may also form. However these can be drained with a needle and a syringe.

Unique to UAL is the risk of burns caused by heat from the ultrasonic probe. This risk is minimized when performed by a surgeon skilled in lipoplasty. Some patients may have an adverse reaction to the anesthetic, and may develop redness or other pigment changes.

How Much Does Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipoplasty Cost?

Ask to talk with a representative who can explain the costs of the procedure and payment options. Like other elective cosmetic procedures, UAL is not covered by health insurance plans.