Laser liposuction offers a minimally invasive, simple way to dramatically improve the way a person looks. While it is not a solution for the extremely obese, it is perfect for the great number of people who are in generally good shape, but who remain frustrated by fat that won't burn away. Laser liposuction is scientifically proven to eliminate that fat and sculpt the body in to a more desirable shape.

The best way to lose weight and stay in shape is to combine a smart diet with a consistent exercise regimen. A small investment in four or five training sessions can equip anybody to pursue a safe, effective exercise plan. Numerous diets can be found in any neighborhood bookstore, which have been evaluated by the medical profession and which feature tasty, healthy recipes and diet concepts.

However, some areas of the body are extremely difficult to target with exercise, and the small pockets of fat that grow there often don't go away just because you're on a healthy, low-fat diet. Frustrating belly fat, underarm pockets,and excess fat on the buttocks are all examples of these.

Now we live in a photoshopped culture, in which body ideals are more omnipresent and more unattainable than ever. You can't go through a grocery store line without seeing a collection of magazines screaming about the weight loss secrets contained in their pages. While obesity is reaching an all-time high, so are investments in diet programs, gym memberships, exercise equipment, and cosmetic surgery.

Much of that effort isn't directed at obesity. It's directed at pesky fat that still clings to otherwise healthy bodies. That fat may be more likely to drive a person to extremes of diet and exercise than being overweight. We work out; we eat well; we do our best. It still hangs on. It is easy for someone who already diets and exercises to go overboard to get rid of persistent fat.

Extreme diets, most notably those that are coupled with amphetamine-like diet pills, come to the market regularly and present an easy road to rapid weight loss. They deliver results, but with those results come severe consequences to short- and long-term health. Generally speaking, extreme diets should be avoided, except under close medical supervision.

Someone who can't get rid of a chicken wing or a pooch might also be attracted to an extreme exercise regimen. This can be extremely damaging, however, straining the body and leading to injury. In addition, short-term muscle strain can often be masked by endorphins, putting the body at risk for long-term damage that will actually make it more difficult to stay fit in the future.

By contrast, it is easy to get rid of problem fat with laser liposuction. Fat cells are literally burned away by the laser, making it a lasting solution. Minimal anesthesia is required, so it can be completed on an outpatient basis, with many people returning to normal activity within days.