ULTRASONIC LIPOSUCTION

Ultrasonic assisted lipoplasty, commonly known as UAL, is a relatively new liposuction technique that uses sound waves to liquefy unwanted fat. UAL can be an effective tool for removing fat from fibrous body areas such as male breasts or the back, or for removing large volumes of fat in a single procedure. Dr. Anderson combines UAL with traditional and ultrasonic liposuction.

The best candidates for UAL are generally no different than candidates for the traditional liposuction procedures. UAL candidates should be physically healthy, psychologically stable, and realistic in their expectations. Age is usually not a criteria for liposuction.

UAL is normally safe when patients are carefully selected, the operating facility is properly equipped, and the physician has completed an appropriate hands-on UAL training course.

Dr. Anderson has extensive experience with the use of UAL and also approximately 20 years of experience with traditional liposuction and tumescent liposuction techniques. Dr. Anderson performs the majority of his UAL, SAL and tumescent suctioning techniques in his accredited office based surgical facility. Dr. Anderson also has surgical privileges at the Scottsdale Health Care Hospitals and outpatient surgical centers. If large volumes of fat are removed occasionally a stay in an overnight nursing facility may be advised.