A Modern Approach to Body Sculpting

In the past, liposuction was viewed as a drastic, surgical solution for weight loss. Today, with advancements like BeautiFill laser liposuction, the focus has shifted to precision contouring — shaping the body, not shrinking the scale.

At Sheen Vein (Aesthetics and Functional Medicine) in St. Louis, we help patients understand that laser lipo is a refinement tool, not a substitute for lifestyle or metabolic health.

How Laser Lipo Works

Laser lipo uses focused energy to liquefy fat beneath the skin through a tiny cannula. This technique minimizes trauma, reduces bruising, and allows the removal of fat with remarkable smoothness.

Unlike traditional liposuction, the laser also tightens collagen fibers in the skin, giving a firmer, more youthful appearance.

Patients often target:

• Abdomen or flanks (“love handles”)
• Inner or outer thighs
• Arms or bra roll area
• Neck and jawline

Learn more on our BeautiFill Laser Lipo page.

Not for Weight Loss — Here’s Why

Laser liposuction isn’t a weight-loss procedure. It doesn’t address visceral fat (the internal fat linked to metabolic issues). It’s designed for people already near their healthy weight but struggling with stubborn fat pockets that don’t respond to diet or exercise.

Think of it as a finishing touch for contour, not a metabolic reset. For those struggling with hormonal or inflammatory weight gain, our Functional Medicine for Weight Management program may be the better place to start.

Combining Art and Science

At Sheen Vein, we view BeautiFill laser lipo as a precision art form backed by clinical science. By sculpting around the natural curves of the body, we enhance symmetry, balance, and proportion — helping patients feel confident in their own shape again.

We often combine the procedure with:

• Fotona TightSculpting® for additional skin tightening
• Hormone Optimization to stabilize body composition
• Nutritional and metabolic guidance to maintain results long term

Recovery and Results

Most patients experience:

• Mild soreness for 1–3 days
• Noticeable contour improvement within 2 weeks
• Continued tightening over 2–3 months as collagen remodels

Downtime is minimal — most return to normal activities within 24–48 hours.

Takeaway

Laser liposuction helps redefine your body contours safely, comfortably, and naturally. It’s not about chasing a number on the scale — it’s about creating balance, proportion, and confidence from the inside out.

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