Bodytite- Let's Understand the Procedure Step by Step

This procedure is carried out using Radio Frequency Assisted Lipo Tightening (RFALTM) technology. Tiny incisions are made on the skin to extract fat at an unnoticeable location in the human body. This procedure is a radio frequency assisted lipo method which melts the fat cells and extracts them out through the incision made to tighten the skin in the processed area. It is an advancement of traditional lipo and is considered safe for implementation. In comparison to conventional lipo method, this body contouring technique is less hurtful and incurs less post-operative pain and swelling.

The following are 6 steps to advanced body contouring procedure:

1.       Preoperatively, the patient is given local anesthesia at the target area where the radio frequency will be influenced.

2.       Then, minute incisions are made in the area affected by anesthesia followed by tumescent infiltration.

3.       Now comes in the picture the bodytite device. The surgeon sets the depth of operation, the intensity of radio frequency energy in watts, skin temperature and the range of impedance. The device is auto functional, and on achieving the set temperature, it stops functioning. It also aids the surgeon with audio and visual assistance.

4.       Low pressure is set to the internal probe of the machine to operate on the affected area. This force directs the radio frequency energy on the skin's surface and deep inside the fat levels.

5.       After the device's operation, power-assisted lipo is performed to eliminate liquefied fat further and achieve better skin contracture levels.

6.       Finally, the fat cells are sucked out with the help of vacuum tubes.

The heat produced by radio frequency energy gets transmitted from an internal cannula to an external electrode which coagulates tissues in parallel. This process, in turn, heats the target subdermal and subcutaneous layers and tightens the skin. Surgeons work creatively in bringing bulging skin to contraction by continuously repeating this safe, advanced lipo method. The cannula is placed near connective tissues and blood vessels at different plains to pass the radio frequency energy efficiently. 

The surface blade monitors the temperature and impedance continuously.

A closed loop safety system on the device monitors energy flow and works by the impedance levels regulated by surgeons in the entire duration of surgery. In cases of electrode overheating, the machine stops the energy flow. The patient might experience soreness and swelling post this body contouring procedure; however, this is normal and can be eliminated by intake of antibiotics.

Bodytite Procedure in San Antonio

Dr. Koneru is a specialist of Bodytite inSan Antonio. His expertise and experience make him one of the most prominent surgeons of traditional and advanced liposuction.