How effective is Lipodissolve?
Multi country trials have revealed the patient satisfaction
rating to be a whopping 93%! This means proven results. The average
circumference reduction is 2 to 6 cm, depending upon the area treated. Results
from the Network Lipodissolve study revealed the following average centimeter
reductions per treatment by body area – lower belly 6.2, upper belly 5.9, love
handles 4.2, saddlebags 3.5, upper thigh 3.0 & knee 2.6. We have performed
thousands of Lipodissolve treatments.
Who is suitable for Lipodissolve?
Lipodissolve is a safe & affordable body shaping method,
suitable for many, many people – and consistently helps people of all shapes and
sizes. It is ideally suited to people who have problem fatty areas and would
also like to lose weight. It is also ideally suited to those with lean figures
desiring refinement of one or more problem areas. Lipodissolve provides
satisfaction without having to undergo a more invasive liposuction procedure and
is often used to improve post liposuction irregularities. Indeed, liposuction is
not suitable for as many people because it tends to exacerbate skin laxity,
whereas Lipodissolve tends to improve skin laxity. The only people who are not
suitable for Lipodissolve are people suffering from anorexia nervosa and the
extremely overweight who have a medical or psychological impediment to their
weight loss.
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Is Lipodissolve safe?
Lipodissolve has safely treated hundreds of thousands of
people. The reason why it is so effective is not due to any toxic chemicals as
the components that form Lipodissolve are totally natural and already exist
within your body. Lipodissolve is so effective because the precise placement of
these concentrated natural substances into the fatty tissues simply dissolves
and destroys fat cells. The whole process is similar to a sugar cube being
slowly dissolved when simple water is added to it! Here is how it works.
Lipodissolves major ingredient Phosphatidylcholine (PC), known as lecithin, is a
natural product derived from soy that is used orally for many medical reasons.
PC has been used intravenously for many years to remove fat blocking the
circulatory system and to protect the liver during severe liver illness. Now it
improves far more figures than it saves lives. PC is already in your body and is
found in abundance in your fat cell membranes. When injected into your fatty
tissues the PC concentration destabilizes the PC membranes of some of your fat
cell membranes, resulting in cell destruction and the release of their fatty
contents into the fatty tissue. Another natural component within Lipodissolve,
Deoxycholate (DC) dissolves the fatty contents into a “milky” emulsion. Your
body’s scavenging cells slowly remove this milky emulsion over the next 2-3
months in the same way that they also remove a bruise. The removed fat is partly
eliminated from your body via the intestines but it doesn’t cause any
discomfort, nausea or diarrhoea. It is also partly used as preferential source
of fuel for your body. This means that Lipodissolve forces your body to burn and
utilize your unwanted fat. In our experience the people who obtain the maximum
treatment results are always those who simultaneously take advantage of this
period and diet. This appears to amplify the improvements.
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First we decide which of your fat we are going to treat. We
then measure you and then apply a thin layer of anaesthetic numbing cream to
your treatment areas. This is then covered with some cling wrap so that the
cream doesn’t rub off or get on your clothes. Then you put your clothes on over
the cling wrapped areas and wait around one hour for the area to start going
numb. During this time you are free to go shopping, take a walk or have a coffee
etc. After returning, we remove the cling wrap, clean the area and gently inject
the Lipodissolve into you troublesome fat deposits. Our micro-fine needles are
similar to acupuncture needles but remember we numb your skin first. Injections
take around 10 to 15 minutes and are easily tolerated. We have treated thousands
of patients and have NEVER had anyone who has not had their treatment completed.
There can be some mild injection discomfort, redness or itchiness, though these
soon pass. It is safe & easy! Unlike liposuction - no special pressure garments
need to be worn. Treated areas can become slightly tender and swollen for a few
days, as your body prepares to remove your dissolved fat. The amount of swelling
varies between patients in the same way that people respond differently to a
mosquito bite, but it is never serious. The swelling is only noticeable to
others on exposed areas such as the face and upper arms. The treated area feels
similar to mild sunburn and is easily controlled with simple analgesics or
Solarcaine spray though these are seldom required.
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How much weight can I lose?
Patients often report that dieting is far, far easier after
Lipodissolve and this is consistently associated with substantial weight loss.
The exact mechanism behind this is not known but the decreased hunger is not
associated with any ill effects such as nausea. The effects of Lipodissolve are
far, far greater for those who simultaneously improve their lifestyles during
the 2 – 3 month fat dissolving period. The greater achievers are always those
who conscientiously improve their diets, especially whilst they are enjoying the
period of decreased hunger. Apart from lean people who are simply using
Lipodissolve to remove an annoying fatty lump or two, we encourage all patients
to actively diet. We feel so strongly about this that we urge patients to only
consider Lipodissolve when they are at a stage in their lives when they can
dedicate some time and effort towards themselves. We help our patients with food
selection but put simply, generally avoid high calorie foods such as ‘junk
foods’ which contain excessive fats and carbohydrates. Choose instead healthier
options such as non-starchy vegetables together with lean protein sources.
Weight loss from one treatment is usually 2 to 5 kg, although motivated patients
often achieve far, far more. It is important to limit calorie consumption during
this time so that maximal fat burning can occur. It is also important to not
think of Lipodissolve as a magic wand! The people who achieve the best results
are always those who are ready to make a concerted effort to improve their
lifestyles. For these people Lipodissolve frequently has dramatic results.
Imagine having the ability to not only lose weight but to lose it from those
problem areas that you just can’t budge! Think of Lipodissolve not only as
weight loss aid but as a unique treatment that forces fat loss from areas that
you choose! The number of treatments required varies for each individual and the
degree of improvement that is desired. Worldwide studies have shown that one
third of patients achieve satisfaction with just one treatment, one third
require two and one third require more. So, the majority of people are satisfied
with the results obtained with just one or two treatments. We provide patients
with our herbal oral supplement that we have found to be a powerful tool to
assist us in achieving your weight loss goal. We guarantee that if you follow
our treatment program - you will achieve results. Our treatment plan has inbuilt
time specific objectives and if you are not achieving certain benchmarks
additional strategies can be commenced. As doctors we can then prescribe many
other therapeutic options to ensure you reach your full potential. Another
reason we can be so sure of ourselves is that we work with an extensive network
of fitness consultants, dieticians, physiotherapists, exercise physiologists,
psychologists, personal trainers, weight loss consultants …etc. Our goal is to
make it as easy as possible for you to achieve yours!
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When will I notice results?
Within 2 weeks the treated areas slowly begin to soften, any
minor bruising resolves and the fatty tissue thickness gradually begins to
reduce. At this point you might have noticed a loss in body weight if you have
been decreasing your calorie consumption but your contours will not have
improved at this stage. Most people begin to notice contour improvement around
the 4th week. The maximum fat loss occurs between the 4th and 8th week, and this
is when the maximum changes in contours are noted. As it takes your body up to
12 weeks to fully remove the dissolved fat, permanent improvements continue to
occur up to this time. Slight lumpiness due to the body preparing the fat cell
contents for elimination can sometimes be felt (but not seen) in the treated
areas during the first 10 weeks. Lipodissolve offers a very gentle and simple
solution to permanently improve unwanted fatty deposits – forever!
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Who should not have Lipodissolve?
Lipodissolve is not recommended for children, pregnancy,
breast feeding or if you suffer from (active - cancer, HIV AIDS, Hepatitis B or
C) or a severe end stage metabolic disease.
What are the side effects?
Side effects include – mild bruising, itching, swelling and
tenderness. Swelling is usually very minor but can rarely be of concern if your
wardrobe only contains tight, figure hugging clothes!!! Any swelling that does
occur usually resolves over the first few days, During the first day rarely
patients can experience mild nausea, fever or dizziness. This reaction is
similar to the reaction that some people get after being on a carnival type
ride. These rare people will have to rest for an hour or so until the symptoms
pass but for everyone else there is virtually no ‘down time’ so you can return
directly to your work and social life.
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What areas can be treated?
Any area of the body from the knee up can be treated. The
commonest treated areas are – abdomen, thighs, hips, saddle bags, love handles,
flanks, buttock, arms, neck, jowls and lower third of face. Post Lipodissolve
local collagen production causes the skin and tissues to contract after
treatment; unlike liposuction where they tend to sag. It can even help cellulite
and stretch marks.
How much does it cost?
Lipodissolve is a fraction of the cost of liposuction. The
cost of a Lipodissolve treatment is somewhere between $300 to $750, depending
upon the size and fat thickness of the treated area. Due to our specific formula
we can cover most, if not all of a person’s problem areas in a single treatment.
The maximum cost of Lipodissolve is $750 per treatment session. This cost
includes Lipodissolve treatment, GST, numbing cream and herbal oral
supplementation. Our initial consultation is free and of course obligation free.
If you are unsure, simply schedule an appointment with our doctor, so we can
discuss treatment options for your particular body shape, fat thickness and
desired outcomes. We can then give you realistic time frames and the anticipated
costs involved in achieving your objectives. After your consultation you can
chose to be treated straight away, postpone your treatment to a later date OR
simply leave to contemplate our advice.
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What happens at the initial
consultation?
We realize that some of our patients will be nervous and
apprehensive about the thought of showing their unwanted fat to a doctor who
they have only just met for the first time. Please don’t worry. You are in good
hands. Our experienced doctors have performed literally hundreds of thousands of
examinations over more than 20 years of practice. We pride ourselves on our
levels of professionalism, understanding and patient care. Our privilege is that
you have chosen us to help you improve your body. For us that is an honour! We
choose not to undress our patients wherever possible. So please wear clothes
that can be conveniently loosened to permit easy examination and treatment.
During the consultation we will - answer your questions, discuss your particular
needs, develop realistic expectations and formulate a treatment plan. If you
then decide to proceed with treatment we will then document your weight,
circumferences and skin fold thicknesses, and then apply the numbing cream,
which usually takes around 5 to 10 minutes.
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Do I have to undress during treatment?
No. All we need to do is to expose the areas that require
treatment. Many patients who tend to be shy or self conscious merely select
appropriate clothing for their treatment. For example you can wear a dress or
skirt if you are having your legs or bottom treated. Or if you are having your
tummy or back treated, you can wear a top and skirt, jeans or pants.
What are the differences between
Lipodissolve and Liposuction?
Lipodissolve- Safe, no general or sedational anaesthetic
required.- Minimal pain during and after procedure.- Short recovery time.- Rapid
return to normal activities.- Ability to precisely control fat removal. No
unevenness- Minimal bleeding and bruising.- Microfine needle. No stitches.-
Office procedure, no operation, no hospital.- Lower cost. - No permanent ill
effects reported.- Extremely rare cases of infection and no reports of bleeding
or death. - Future weight gain evenly distributed evenly without 'bumps' or
waves- No structural damage or irregularities have been reported with
lipodissolve.
Liposuction- Not as safe. General or sedational anaesthetic
required.- Significant post procedural pain and discomfort.- Prolonged recovery
time.- Significant recovery period required away from work and play.- No ability
to precisely control fat removal leading to unevenness.- Considerable bruising
and bleeding.- Puncture points leaving scars and often requiring stitches.-
Operation, Hospital.- Higher cost. - Can cause permanent damage to fat cells and
nerves.- Has caused infections and bleeding, leading to death. - Future weight
gain often uneven leading to bumps and waves- Permanent damage can occur causing
cellulite, saggy skin, skin irregularity or lumpiness of the skin.
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Can I keep on exercising after
having Lipodissolve?
You can exercise straight away after having your lipodissolve
treatment. Extreme sports that wobbles or hits your treated fat will be
uncomfortable as your treated fat will be tender for up to a few days. This can
be lessened by wearing tight garments such as bike pants, leotards or skins. It
is a good idea to swap high impact exercises with low impact exercises for a few
days, until any treated fat tenderness subsides. For example, delay high impact
contact sports such as martial arts, boxing, football or basketball for a few
days until any tenderness subsides. If you are unable to postpone such
activities also realize that although you might feel a bit sore, you won’t be
damaging your treatment in any way.
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Can I still have Lipodissolve if I have fake tan or
tattoos on my skin?
We cleanse the skin with an alcohol based cleanser before
treatment. Our injections deliver the lipodissolve into the fatty layer and so
it is irrelevant whether you have fake tan or tattoos. One slight complication
is that when lipodissolve comes into contact with fake tan it removes it, so you
will need to have your tan reapplied after your lipodissolve treatment.
Can I have Lipodissolve if I am taking
medications?
Yes as Lipodissolve doesn’t react with medications. Please,
however, tell us what medications you are taking as certain medications might
interfere with some of our other weight loss preparations or local anaesthetics.
Can I go back to work after the
procedure?
Most people return to either their work or social life
immediately after having Lipodissolve. No special precautions are required.
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How does Lipodissolve differ from
Mesotherapy?
Lipodissolve and Mesotherapy are often confused. The major
difference is that Lipodissolve is the treatment of the body’s fat layer with
PCDC to permanently dissolve away fat cells, whereas Mesotherapy is the
treatment of the hypodermis with various, pharmaceuticals and vitamins, usually
to improve the overlying skin.
Is Lipodissolve permanent? Will the
fat ever come back?
Lipodissolve permanently destroys and removes some of your
unwanted fat cells. Once they have been destroyed they can never come back. And
as we do not grow or develop new fat cells after puberty, the results are
permanent.
If I put on weight will the fat go to other
areas?
The aim of Lipodissolve is to permanently remove fat cells
from areas of your body where you have excessive fat cells, compared to the rest
of your body. The goal is to have a more even fatty layer, rather than a
disproportional one. Once this is achieved, if you gain weight then you will
gain it more evenly than you did previously.
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Does it hurt?
As the only way to administer Lipodissolve is via microfine
injections through the skin, there does entail some pain or discomfort. There
are two ways to have the procedure performed. Over 95% of our patients elect to
have a local anaesthetic numbing cream applied before treatment. The microfine
injections are then made easily bearable. Patients often liken them to being
waxed or having electrolysis. Within a few minutes the treated area becomes warm
and numb due to the local anaesthetic. The great benefit of this method is that
the local anaesthetic relieves any post treatment symptoms. We have also treated
hundreds of people without any numbing cream whatsoever. They are usually people
who are not concerned re needles and would prefer not to have to wait the extra
hour before treatment can occur. We suggest that you allocate the extra hour for
the numbing cream but once you have seen the microfine needles you can pot to
skip this if you wish. In either way it is your decision and we make sure that
you are always feeling 100% ready before you depart our care.
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Where does Lipodissolve come from? How is it
made?
Lipodissolve’s major active component is derived from soy.
Local anaesthetic is added to decrease treatment discomfort and a small amount
of adrenaline is added to minimise bruising. Our lipodissolve is prepared here
in Australia under strictly sterile nitrogen chamber conditions by a registered
compounding pharmacy. This way we are assured of the strength, quality and
safety of our product. Our manufacturer is the largest supplier of Lipodissolve
in Australia.
Can I do anything to minimize any
side effects?
Yes. Firstly it is important to relax and realize that you
are having a treatment that hundreds of thousands of patients have successfully
undergone, without any drama! It is a good idea not to starve yourself on the
day of your procedure and to be well hydrated with water. After treatment drink
plenty of water. If you feel any discomfort you can spray the area with some
solarcaine spray, or alternatively take paracetamol or voltaren. If any local
swelling were to develop, this can be controlled with application of cold
compresses.
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Can I have Lipodissolve if I am pregnant
or breast feeding?
Even though the Lipodissolve preparation is natural and safe,
we don’t provide any cosmetic treatments to pregnant or breast feeding women. On
the other hand, there is no problem if you fall pregnant any time after having
Lipodissolve.
