Stanford University researcher, Dr. Michael Longaker. calls induced pluripotent stem cells found in liposuction leftovers “liquid gold.”

“We’ve identified a great natural resource,” Longaker said in a statement. Reprogramming adult cells to function like embryonic stem cells is one way researchers hope to create patient-specific cell lines to regenerate tissue or to study specific diseases in the laboratory, Longaker explained.

Nestled within the unwanted latticework of fat cells and collagen are multipotent cells called adipose, or fat, stem cells. Unlike highly specialized skin-cell fibroblasts, these cells in the fat have a relatively wide portfolio of differentiation options — becoming fat, bone or muscle as needed, the study said.

It’s this pre-existing flexibility, the researchers said, that gives these cells an edge over skin cells most often used by researchers.

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The ideal candidates for liposuction are in good health, exercise regularly and are not more than 20 pounds overweight. People with very localized, exercise-resistant fatty deposits may obtain the best results.

Always consult with a qualified physician before under going liposuction surgery.

Dr. Sharma is a board certified general surgeon who received his training in General Surgery from Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, affiliated to Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. Upon completion, he continued his training under the world-famous Dr. Edward B. Diethrich at the Arizona Heart Institute. Dr. Sharma is included in the 2009 ‘top surgeons of america’ consumer research council.

Smart Lipo™ Laser was approved by the FDA in November, 2006. Smartlipo™ is a fiberoptic laser system, when inserted under the skin with the help of a tiny 1.0mm cannula, it melts the fat cells, tightens and tones the skin, and then liquefies the fat which is then removed completely out of the body with a tiny aspiration tube. Tightening and smoothing of the skin occurs on contact upon stimulating collagen growth. As the laser interacts with the epidermis, it causes the skin above to tighten and shrink in size, giving the treatment area a smooth, toned appearance. This procedure does not require any stitches, but only very tiny incisions that heal on their own. It is performed under local anesthesia while the patient is fully AWAKE. The procedure is minimally invasive and some discomfort is expected. Patients will be asked to wear support garments for 2-4 weeks depending on the specific need.

Smartlipo™ is excellent for small areas such as: under the chin, jowls, outer thighs, neck, underarms (wings), male breasts, inner thighs, bra fat, love handles, arms, etc. The time required for the procedure is 40 minutes to one hour.

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Smart lipo, a popular procedure for fat removal, should not be confused with mesotherapy or lipodissolve.  Mesotherapy has been a succesful non surgical treatment that targets cellulite.  Lipodissolve and mesotherapy involve multiple injections of active ingredients into areas of hard to remove body fat, seemingly melting it away and expelling it from the body. The lipodissolve treatment utilizes a safe soy based compound that, when injected directly into the area being treated, breaks apart the fat molecule dissolving it into a liquid that is naturally eliminated from the body through sweat, urine or feces. The soybean extract named phosphatidylcholine has the same molecular structure as the phosphatidylcholine found in the human body, and its main function is to break down fat and cholesterol.

Mesotherapy and lipodissolve treatments can be targeted for areas of hard and soft fat, including abdominal areas, upper and lower back areas, thighs, arms, knees, and the buttocks. Areas of cellulite on legs and thighs can be successfully treated with the Mesotherapy procedure, as well as excess fat on the neck and face. Most patients turn to mesotherapy or lipodissolve where targeted exercise and a healthy diet have failed to work to remove the stubborn areas of cellulite or fat.

Dr. Rodriguez also offers Smartlipo, mesotherapy, lipodissolve and cosmetic surgery services in Houston, Texas. Visit Liposculpture Body of Houston.

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