Resumen

Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of plasma-assisted tissue tightening combined immediately after liposuction for preventing skin laxity after significant fat removal and improving skin laxity, particularly in cases with moderate to severe skin laxity preoperatively. The objective is to determine if this minimally invasive approach represents a viable alternative to abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, or thigh lift for patients desiring less extensive surgical intervention. Introduction: Liposuction is a globally popular body contouring procedure, particularly in Thailand. However, suboptimal liposuction results can lead to various undesirable outcomes, including contour irregularities, uneven skin texture, and, most commonly, skin laxity. This study investigates the efficacy of combining liposuction with plasma-assisted tissue tightening for preventing and improving skin laxity. Materials / method: In our study, we included patients with significant body fat, double chins, or skin laxity before liposuction, based on clinical examination. We performed ultrasonic liposuction to melt and then suction the fat, and then used a plasma assisted tissue tightening device to tighten the skin. We evaluated parameters such as skin retraction, contour improvement, and patient satisfaction. Results: The combination of plasma-assisted tissue tightening and liposuction significantly reduced post-liposuction skin laxity on the face and body. Importantly, we observed no burns from the device, and it minimized excessive skin redundancy, especially in cases of massive liposuction. This procedure facilitated faster recovery times and fewer complications, resulting in optimal aesthetic results. Conclusion: Combined plasma-assisted tissue tightening and liposuction significantly reduces post-liposuction skin laxity in both the face and body. This can be a minimally invasive option for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who do not want to undergo major surgery such as abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, or thigh lift surgery. These technologies contribute to faster recovery times, fewer complications, and ultimately, superior aesthetic results.