Objective: The aim of this study is to describe a new technique (called Le NeckLift) of laser-assisted lipolysis that is the efficacy and safety in the submental rejuvenation.
Methods: 6 patients presenting submittal fat localization associated in three of them with laxity of the skin, were treated with the protocol established in our unit. The laser LipoLife (Alma Lasers, Caesarea, Israel) used in this study was a 1470 nm diode laser wavelength which specifically targets fatwater absorption combined infiltration and suction, an integrated cannula and fiber interface for simultaneous lasing and suction, the Lipo VibeTM vibrational device for fat removal; the AngelTM radial emitting fiber Laser energy was transmitted through a 600 μm optical fiber and delivered in a continuous mode, at 15 W power. The treatment was done under local anesthesia with Lidocaine, and the infiltration was performed with the tumescent technique The procedure was in three steps: first using infiltration cannula between 75 to 150 ml of serum with 1% adrenaline were used to infiltrate the submittal fatty tissue. Then one passage to eliminate the adipose tissue of the laser diode was performed in association with lipoaspiration. Then a new passage of the diode once the fatty tissue sucked to increase the skin tightening effect of the laser.
Results: No seromas were observed. Pain during anesthesia and discomfort after the procedure were minimal. The social eviction was minimal. The patient had to care a bandage for 24 hours followed by an elastic garment 12 hour per day for 2 weeks. The average cervicomental angle decreased. This demonstrated a systematic decrease in fat thickness and improved skin tightening. The patient auto evaluation considered the aesthetic improvement between fairly good (1) good (2) excellent (3)
Conclusion: The “Le NeckLift” procedure using the laser-assisted lipolysis LipoLife is approved to be safe and effective for skin tightening and rejuvenation of the sub mental area and seems to be a better option than traditional techniques for treatment of this cosmetic problem.
