WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
An introduction to Fat Reduction via multiple treatments . Datuk Dr . Alice Prethima shares her knowledge and provides a comprehensive overview on different ways and types of invasive and non-invasive fat reduction treatments .
Total prevalence of obesity among older adults was 15.8 % ( 61.1 % of females ; 38.9 % of males ) in this present study , which is comparable to the NHMS 2015 study in Malaysia , which reported 17.7 % of obesity among adults age 18 years and above , has been a worrying subject of the matter . Datuk Dr . Alice has been a big advocate in weight management issue and how to deliver standardised care to people living with obesity in wanting to achieve a healthy weight . Due to the fact that obesity has been found to reduce life expectancy and significantly increase on the risk of cardiometabolic disease , non-communicable diseases , joint issues and even cancer .
Popular trends towards achieving physical beauty , has given rise to a demand for fat reduction and body contouring treatments that are affective , safe , affordable and have minimal downtime . Liposuction has been indicated in many studies to be very effective , however , it carries a relatively high risk of complications and side effects with reports of long-term and even fatal difficulties due to complications during and after the treatment , we at Ageless Medispa , offer Vaser Liposelection a more advanced technology and procedure . We also offer non-surgical aesthetic procedures which is cost effective and safer alternative with a shorter recovery time , as listed below :
In general , three types of patients undergo body contouring procedures : Patients wanting to treat stubborn fat in problem areas such as the abdomen , thighs or hips . Patients with skin laxity of the face , neck or arms wanting to tighten skin and deeper layers . Patients requiring treatment that combines both fat and skin tightening .
These treatments are most ideal for nonobese ( body mass index of less than 30 ) patients seeking modest localised fat reduction . With a BMI of more than 30 , patients often have visceral fat , which increases cardiovascular and other health risks . These patients benefit more from whole body weight reduction initially , followed by tightening of loose skin and contouring . Here ’ s what some of the aesthetic device technology , that we carry in Ageless Medispa , Jalan Maarof Bangsar . From invasive to non-invasive with electro muscle stimulation ( EMS ).
1 . Visceral fat management – most hard to focus and technologies are limited . We offer ‘ Sleeping Beauty ’ combination of technologies for body 360- degree contouring Bio-energetic field to stimulate fat burning , promote lymphatic circulation and NARL – Noradrenaline Release System for visceral fat loss ( EMS ).
2 . Vaser liposelection – minimally invasive procedure precisely and efficiently removes unwanted body fat . An alternative to the harsh techniques of traditional liposuction , uses the state-of-the-art ultrasound technology designed to gently reshape your body . Vaser liposelection has the ability to differentiate targeted fat from other important tissues such as nerves , blood vessels and connective tissue . Most effective and recommended for patients to see vast differences .
3 . Cryolipolysis – works by controlled cooling causing adipocyte apoptosis . One cryolipolysis device FDA approved for the treatment of flanks , abdominal area and thigh fat .
4 . High-intensity focused ultrasound ( HIFU ) – uses high frequency focal acoustic energy to raise the temperature around adipose tissue and produce coagulative necrosis . HIFU has a focal point depth 1.3cm and therefore patients need adipose tissue depth of at least 1cm beyond the focal point . It handles the reduction of waist circumference .
5 . Radiofrequency ( RF ) – causes thermal injury to targeted tissue layers using electrical energy . Monopolar and multipolar forms are available for fat reduction . In monopolar RF devices , energy is passed from a single electrode into the tissue and directed to a return pad in another area of the body .
6 . Injection lipolysis – used for focal adiposity and skin tightening around the face , abdomen , hips , thighs and flanks . This causes fat cell destruction . This aims to prevent fat cells from refilling over time and reduces the number of treatments required .
There ' s increasing patient demand for non-invasive fat reduction and body contouring treatments , which offers a quicker , low-cost and safer alternative . However , as mentioned earlier it all depends on the focal point of patients target and expectations . Upon consultation in our centres , a thorough preprocedural assessment is essential in order to select the optimal treatment strategy for the patient and achieve the best outcomes . All discussed therapies have a good safety profile , we also offer medical management of fats that can ’ t be lost in other ways .
At Ageless Medispa , Datuk Dr Alice gives bespoke package and treatments for each patient addressing their concerns and offering combination treatments from non-invasive to invasive depending on their preference , leaving us with our tagline “ Come As you Are , Leave as You Wish ”. For more information on treatments offered in our clinic please log into : www . dralicemd . com or contact us at + 60103683521 /+ 603 2095 0458 to book for an appointment .