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Power assisted liposuction

Power assisted liposuction (PAL) in Scottsdale

A vibrating cannula loosens the fat before it is suctioned out, so Dr. G can shape each area with more control and less force.

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Dr. G performing liposuction in the procedure room
Dr. G with a cannula in the procedure room.

Power assisted liposuction (PAL) is liposuction with a cannula that vibrates back and forth to break up fat, without heat, before suction removes it. It suits people near a stable weight with stubborn, often fibrous fat, such as the back, flanks or male chest. Cost depends on the areas treated; the liposuction packages list starting prices for the common area groups.

PAL is not a weight-loss method: it removes small pockets of pinchable fat that resist diet and exercise. The package price list sits on the liposuction page.

PAL at True Contour

Device
Vibrasat Pro by MollerMedical
Heat
None. The cannula moves; it does not heat the tissue.
Pairs with
VASER ultrasound, or Renuvion helium plasma with radiofrequency
Areas
Abdomen, love handles, back, bra rolls, upper arms, inner and outer thighs, knees, ankles and under the chin

PAL next to traditional liposuction

Traditional suction-assisted liposuction (SAL) still works. The difference is in how the fat is loosened, and what that changes during surgery.
How the fat is loosenedPAL:The cannula vibrates in short, rapid strokes and does part of the work.SAL:The surgeon pushes the cannula back and forth by hand.
Dense, fibrous fatPAL:The vibration separates it more readily, which helps on the upper back, flanks, male chest and areas treated before.SAL:Harder to work through by force alone.
Time under anesthesiaPAL:Shorter, because the fat comes out faster.SAL:Longer for the same areas.
Steadiness in larger casesPAL:Less strain on the surgeon, so strokes stay even from the first area to the last.SAL:Fatigue builds over a long case.
Where it fits bestPAL:Several areas in one session and detailed shaping.SAL:Smaller areas or simple fat removal.

What PAL will not do

PAL is one tool for shaping the body, and it has limits worth knowing before you decide.

  • It does not replace weight loss.

    PAL removes pockets of fat. The best results come when you are already close to a weight you can keep.

  • It does not change the skin’s surface.

    Cellulite and stretch marks stay as they are when the fat beneath them is removed.

  • It cannot make loose skin snap back.

    Skin that is lax or marked with stretch marks can sag once the fat under it is gone. A Renuvion add-on is one way to tighten it.

  • It does not replace skill.

    The device helps the work go smoothly. The shape you end up with depends on the doctor holding it.

Healing after a PAL procedure

Recovery depends on the areas treated, how much fat is removed, how you heal and the technique used.

  1. What to expect

    Swelling, bruising and soreness. PAL is still surgery, so plan for real downtime rather than a lunch-hour visit.

  2. What you do

    Wear the compression garment, keep to the activity limits and aftercare instructions, and hold your weight steady.

  3. When the shape shows

    At first the area can look more swollen than sculpted. Definition comes through gradually as the swelling settles.

Who PAL fits

Adults near a stable weight who want targeted fat reduction and a better shape. Good skin elasticity matters, so the skin can settle smoothly over the new contour.

PAL is often chosen for:

  • Dense fat on the upper back, flanks or male chest
  • Areas that were treated with liposuction before
  • Contouring after pregnancy
  • Refining the body after weight loss
  • Several areas sculpted in one session

For a fuller male chest, the male breast reduction options start with finding the cause. For ultrasound-assisted fat removal, compare VASER liposuction.

  • Before and after: Lipo 360
    Lipo 360Torso, side view

A Lipo 360 patient of Dr. G, side view. Individual results vary.

I waited three months to write this review so I could see the full results of my leg procedure, and I can confidently say that Dr. G did an amazing job.
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Questions about PAL

Does power assisted liposuction use heat?
No. PAL breaks up fat by movement alone. It can be paired with energy-based tools, VASER ultrasound or Renuvion helium plasma with radiofrequency, which help loosen the fat and contract the skin slightly.
Which PAL device does True Contour Medical use?
The Vibrasat Pro by MollerMedical. The practice chose it because, in its experience, it works well on every area and keeps the fat cells in good condition for fat transfer.
Which areas can PAL treat?
The same areas as any liposuction: the abdomen, love handles, back, bra rolls, upper arms, inner and outer thighs, knees, ankles and under the chin.
Is recovery easier after PAL than after traditional liposuction?
It can be gentler on the surrounding tissue, because the fat is loosened with controlled movement instead of force. Recovery still depends on the areas treated, how much fat is removed, how you heal and the technique, and swelling, bruising and soreness are normal either way.
Can fat removed with PAL be used for a fat transfer?
Yes. Fat collected with PAL can be purified and moved to another area, as in a Brazilian butt lift or a natural breast augmentation.

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A $200 consultation fee applies to every appointment with Dr. G. It is non-refundable and is credited in full toward any treatment or procedure you schedule.

10250 N. 92nd Street, Suite 110, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Consultations carry a $200 fee, credited in full toward any treatment you schedule.

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