i-Lipo
Non-surgical Alternative to Liposuction
Kentwood Family Physicians is excited to be the only practice in Grand Rapids, and West Michigan that offers i-Lipo, the intelligent, non-surgical alternative to liposuction. i-Lipo allows the patient to experience fat reduction and a slimmer, tighter shape – all with no pain, no needles and no down time. i-Lipo is the first direct skin contact laser device designed for fat reduction and body contouring to receive FDA approval for circumferential reduction.
The human body stores excess calories from your diet in adipose tissue. When needed, those fat cells will break down their stored triglycerides into free fatty acids, glycerol and water, providing the body with energy during times of scarcity. That same metabolic process that is induced hormonally by the brain can also be triggered by low-level laser energy delivered by i-Lipo.
With i-Lipo, low level lasers are released through treatment pads placed on the targeted area of the body. The lasers trigger a chemical signal in the fat cells that breaks down stored triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol, which are released through the cell membranes. Fat content is then transported around the body to tissues where it will be “burned off” during a period of post-treatment exercise.Exercise creates a demand in our bodies for extra energy. The body responds to this demand by releasing stored fat content to be used as fuel, but the release can come from anywhere in the body. Through the use of low level lasers, i-Lipo mimics the body’s natural fat burning process, allowing you to target an area of your body for fat release – even before you begin exercising.
Treatments are generally structured into courses of eight sessions (two courses per week over four weeks) and take approximately 20 minutes. The length of the post-treatment exercise will vary based upon your goals. I-Lipo can be used on both men and women and treat all areas of the body except the female breasts. Results can be seen immediately and improve with every treatment. Results are long-term, provided your calorie intake and eating plan is stable, and you engage in regular exercise.
For more information about the i-Lipo procedure, call our offices at 616.726.1327
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many treatments will I need?
Treatments are structured into courses of eight. Your number of treatments, however, is determined at your consultation and is based on your requirements and goals. We suggest two treatments a week over four weeks to complete a course of treatments.
How long is each treatment?
i-lipo laser treatment takes just 20 minutes. The length of time your post-treatment exercise to “burn off” the free fatty acids is determined at your consultation and is based on your requirements and goals.
Is it comfortable?
Most people feel very little during the treatment and find it comfortable and relaxing. The typical sensation felt is a slight warmth where the treatment pads are in contact with your skin.
Is it suitable for everyone?
i-lipo can be used on both men and women, and can treat all areas of the body except the female breasts. As with any treatment, people with certain medical conditions should not use i-lipo. Your i-lipo practitioner will go through a full medical questionnaire and consultation prior to treatment to confirm suitability.
It is safe?
Yes. Independent clinical studies have shown i-lipo to be completely safe with no side effects. The laser simply triggers a natural reaction of fat cell release. The process does not cause any damage and cells remain intact,
How long with the results last?
Results are long-term, provided your calorie intake and eating plan is stable, and you engage in regular exercise. Further treatments can be performed to correct diet indulgence or target another area of the body.
When will I see results?
Often results can be seen immediately and improve with every treatment. Over the course of eight sessions, you can achieve dramatic reshaping of the body and fat reduction.
For additional questions, please contact our office at 616-726-1327 or by email at ilipo@kentwoodfamily.com