Endolift Laser F.A.S.T.

Endolift Laser FAST ®, which stands for Fiber Assisted Skin Tightening, is a treatment performed in a cosmetic surgery office that involves the application of Laser energy through a laser fiber optic to areas of the face and body that need firming and rejuvenation. In fact, the treatment aims to rejuvenate and tighten both the superficial and deeper layers of the skin, improving skin tone and activating collagen production for targeted lipolysis. The treatment of flaccidity is achieved by neo-collagenesis and other metabolic functions in the extracellular space, which result from the targeted application of the Laser. Unlike traditional skin tightening methods, this innovative approach allows precise targeting of specific areas, ensuring optimal results without causing discomfort or requiring recovery.

Endolift Laser FAST® is an exclusively medical procedure performed only in a plastic surgery office. To perform the treatment, a thin optical fiber as thick as a hair is used to transfer the Laser energy directly to the superficial subcutaneous layer of the skin, without the need for incisions or local anesthesia. Inserting the sterile fiber into the skin is easy and usually painless, with the option of using cold pads or a stream of cold air for extra comfort. The need to apply local anesthesia depends on the surgeon and the patient’s preferences. The surgeon then sweeps the entire area with vertical harmonic movements. The energy of the LASER is strongly absorbed by the fatty tissue and is transformed into heat, performing thermocoagulation. This thermocoagulation allows simultaneous tightening of the skin. The effectiveness of the treatment is mainly due to the wavelength of the Laser radiation used and absorbed, in particular, by two basic components of the human body, water and fat. The fat cells are then expelled through the lymphatic system by a natural process or aspirated by the special LASER Lipolysis cannula.

The treatment is applied to different areas, offering a comprehensive solution for skin rejuvenation. The application areas are:

• the whole face (lower third of the face, nasolabial folds, contour of the lower jaw, under eye bags)
• the double chin (the treatment is impressively combined with chin liposuction)
• the décolleté
• the neck
• the belly
• the thighs
• the buttocks
• the arms

The FAST (Fiber Assisted Laser Tightening) method and LASER lipolysis are advanced aesthetic medicine techniques for skin tightening and fat breakdown. They are performed under local anesthesia, using LASERs to precisely target fatty tissue and preserve the health of surrounding tissues. They are ideal for targeted lipolysis in specific areas such as the buttocks, thighs, abdomen and arms, as well as sensitive areas such as the lower eyelids and neck. The LASER energy activates the production of new collagen, improving the appearance and aiding in skin firming. The procedure is painless, safe, does not require hospitalization and allows a quick return to daily activities.

Completed in a single session, this specific treatment allows immediate return to daily activities, with results quickly becoming apparent and improving over time thanks to the creation of new collagen. In fact, Endolift Laser FAST® can be combined, for even more impressive results, with other face and body treatments, such as VASER liposuction, face and body mesotherapy for the treatment of cellulite, and many others!

The effectiveness and duration of results may vary between patients, depending on their needs and characteristics, with the possibility of repeating the treatment for further improvements. In general, the results are impressively long-lasting and immediately visible.

Advantages of the treatment initially include completion in a single session. The procedure is carried out in the office with absolute safety and painlessly, without incisions or recovery time. Therefore, it is an ideal choice for people who want something short and effective, as they need to return to work or other activities soon or on the same day. The results are also immediately visible and long-lasting. The treatment also offers a variety of benefits in a single session such as tightening, lipolysis and skin texture improvement.

Any complications mainly appear from the application of local anesthesia – infiltration and from an incorrect assessment of the penetration depth of the optical fiber. Possible, but rare, complications include:

• Swelling for about 1-2 weeks
• Topical burn
• Numbness – hypoesthesia for up to 3 weeks
• Erosion of superficial branches of labial nerve.
  Ecchymosis

As for contraindications, they are minimal, and include:

• Recent surgery (for example facelift)
• Taking anticoagulants
• Inserts local to the treatment area