Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery Blog

This month, Dr. Randolph C. Robinson at Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, Colorado reported performing one of the first ultrasonic assisted abdominoplasties in Denver. The technique using high frequency vibration energy to cut through the tissue is thought to cause less tissue damage compared to other conventional methods such as electrocautery. The instrument that was used is made by Ethicon Surgical, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson based out of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Dr. Robinson said that the surgery took a little bit longer to perform than conventional methods, but the opportunity to cause less tissue damage during the procedure and thus speed the recovery will be of benefit. The Harmonic scalpel which was used during the procedure has been used in urologic surgery, thyroid surgery, and neurosurgery over the years, but is new in the cosmetic arena. The process is still under development, but it is hoped that the reduction in tissue injury during surgery will reduce complications and improve the healing process.

For more information please contact Tammy L. Garcia of Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery at 303-706-1100