Louise is enjoying her life to the fullest. As a registered nurse in her 60's, she has regularly assisted Dr. Wang for the past 3 years at an outpatient surgery center that serves many Riverside, California plastic surgeons. Although she enjoys quilting and spending time with her young grandchildren, Louise sees no reason to look like a grandma. "I'm not ready to look old yet," she explains. "Baby boomers are enjoying better health and longer lives. We deserve to look as good as we feel."

Repeat Customer

Her first experience as Dr. Wang's patient was when he performed traditional liposuction on her lower abdomen the year before. Because the entire experience was so positive, Louise returned to him to see what he could do to correct her double chin. She had thought about having it fixed for several months before deciding that the time was finally right. From her past experience, Louise assumed that liposuction would be the solution, and she was correct. But, Dr. Wang had a modern twist. He suggested a new type of laser liposuction that had many Pasadena and Riverside patients excited – the AccuSculpt™ Laser Lipo-Sculpting System from Lutronic®.

Dr. Wang took the time to explain everything. He also answered all of my questions, which made me feel completely at ease about the procedure.

Liposuction Made Better

Dr. Wang explained how laser technology enhances the results of liposuction by making the procedure more precise, safer, and gentler on the body than the traditional method. The laser selectively liquefies the fat cells while leaving the surrounding tissues unaffected. Because laser liposuction is performed much like traditional liposuction, Louise knew what to expect. "Although I had already had liposuction performed, Dr. Wang took the time to explain everything. He also answered all of my questions, which made me feel completely at ease about the procedure." She made an appointment to have him perform laser liposuction under her chin and along her neck to restore a youthful, sculpted look to her jaw line and neck.

No Pain, Big Gain

Dr. Wang began Louise's procedure in his office with a few quick injections of local anesthesia. He performed the laser liposuction through 3 tiny incisions that he concealed under her chin and in the fold of her neck. "I was shocked because I didn't feel anything," she recalls. "When I had my abdominal liposuction I did feel some pain near the end of the procedure. I think it was because that procedure was more time consuming and most of the numbing solution had been extracted by the end of the surgery. This time I was very surprised to feel nothing."

Louise felt no pain after the procedure as well. After taking prescription pain medication for the first couple of days she realized she felt fine without it. She had very little discoloration and swelling as well. To ensure proper healing, Louise wore a foam pad under her chin along with a compression wrap 24 hours a day as Dr. Wang directed. After the specified 2-week period, Louise continued wearing the wrap at night for a couple of months to ensure the best results. "Even though Dr. Wang said it wasn't necessary, I decided to keep wearing the wrap when I was sleeping because it was easy to do."

If I don't act old, why should I look old?

A Wonderful Thing You Can Do for Yourself

With a firm, sculpted chin and neckline, Louise looks as vibrant and full of life as she feels. She couldn't be happier with the results of her procedure.

When asked if she felt vain about having her neck done, Louise emphatically answered No. "At my age it's a wonderful thing you can do for yourself. If I don't act old, why should I look old?" Louise understands that everyone has their own reasons for choosing plastic surgery and everyone has a right to feel good about how they look.

Her advice to others considering the procedure is simple, "Do it! Don't hesitate!" She also doesn't hesitate when asked if she'd recommend Dr. Wang, "After seeing his work and working with him for years, I wouldn't go to anyone else."

As her 60th birthday was rapidly approaching, Andrea looked for a reason to celebrate. What better way than with a party? But, she wanted to look great for that big event. "Since my face looked fantastic after Dr. Wang's chemical peel," she recalls, "I knew I could count on him to perk up my neck and upper arms. My chin reminded me of a bullfrog and there were pouches of fat above my elbows." As a retired airline employee, Andrea enjoys traveling with the friends she's made across the country. She was determined to keep herself looking as vibrant and youthful as she felt.

My chin reminded me of a bullfrog and there were pouches of fat above
my elbows.

No Need for Neck Lift Surgery

"I went for a consult with Dr. Wang to find out about getting a neck lift," said Andrea. "But, he talked me out of surgery. He told me I wasn't there yet." Andrea appreciated how Dr. Wang wasn't pushy about doing surgical procedures. "He wanted to do what's right for me, not what would bring in the most money." Instead of neck lift surgery, Dr. Wang suggested laser liposuction in Pasadena with his new AccuSculpt™ system. Because this new technology can tighten skin as well as remove unwanted fat, it was the perfect way to improve the appearance of Andrea's neck and her arms.

Dr. Wang performed Andrea's procedure in his office using injections of local anesthesia, as he does with the majority of laser liposuction patients from Pasadena to Riverside, California. "The procedure itself I don't regret," Andrea explains, "it's just that I'm squeamish around needles. I felt OK for the neck procedure, but when he got to my arms I felt terrible. I was so nauseous," she recalls. "His staff was really sweet to me through the whole thing and I got through it. But, if I could do it over again, I'd choose to be asleep."

Easy Recovery

After she returned home the day of her procedure, Andrea took pain medication only for the first day or two. "The areas felt sore to the touch, but otherwise I felt fine," she said. She returned to Dr. Wang's office at regular intervals so he could verify that she was healing properly. "One of the best things about Dr. Wang is his follow-up care. He put my mind at ease by seeing me often and letting me know that I was healing properly."

When it comes to laser liposuction, I'm a believer.

Although Dr. Wang had explained that the skin tightening could take some time, Andrea was shocked with her appearance initially. "The first week after surgery, I freaked out. The fat was gone from my arms, but they looked like bat wings." While wearing compression wraps continuously, each week the loose skin tightened, looking better and better. "The outcome is great," she said. "You just have to be patient."

Results Worth the Wait

The day of her special birthday party Andrea felt as wonderful as she looked. "People ask if I've lost weight and they say I look younger. I think I look better overall, but still natural." She is also thrilled with being able to expose her arms again. "It had been 15 years since I'd worn any top with sleeves that came above the elbow. When I went on a recent trip to Hawaii with the girls, I went sleeveless. When it comes to laser liposuction, I'm a believer," says Andrea.