Evaluation of Safety and Efficacy of 980-Nm Diode Laser-Assisted Lipolysis Versus Traditional Liposuction for Submental Rejuvenation: A Randomized Clinical Trial Publisher Pubmed



Valizadeh N¹ ; Jalaly NY¹ ; Zarghampour M² ; Barikbin B¹ ; Haghighatkhah HR³
Source: Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy Published:2016

Abstract

Background: Submental fat accumulation and skin laxity is a frequent concern of cosmetic patients. Objective: The aim of this randomized prospective controlled clinical trial was to compare the efficacy and safety of laser-assisted lipolysis and liposuction in the submental rejuvenation. Material and methods: Thirty-six female adults were enrolled in this clinical trial and were categorized into two groups: Group 1 underwent 980-nm diode laser with the power of 6-8 W and group 2 underwent traditional liposuction. Patients were evaluated with ultrasonography 2 weeks and 2 months after the procedures. Results: Ultrasonographic evaluation reported the significant reduction of fat thickness in each group compared with the baseline (p value < 0.001). At the 2 weeks and 2 months follow-up visit, fat thickness reduction was significantly higher in the lipolysis group (p value < 0.05). Overall patients satisfaction in lipolysis group was higher than liposuction with 11 (61%) of lipolysis patients being very satisfied in contrast to 10 (55.5%) of liposuction patients reporting dissatisfied or neutral results. Conclusion: Laser-assisted lipolysis using 980-nm diode is approved to be safe and effective for skin tightening and rejuvenation of the submental area and seems to be a better option than traditional techniques for treatment of this cosmetic problem. © 2016 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.