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style=\"padding-bottom:20px\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\" style=\"text-align:center\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">FAQ \u00b7 Mexico<\/span><h1>Frequently asked <span>questions<\/span><\/h1><p class=\"lead\" style=\"margin:0 auto\">The most searched questions in Mexico about our laser treatments, answered on the basis of medical guidelines and published studies.<\/p><div class=\"cta\" style=\"justify-content:center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=525535223243&amp;text=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20an%20assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book an assessment on WhatsApp<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/header><section style=\"padding-top:10px\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><div class=\"answer\" id=\"resumen\"><span class=\"tag\">In short<\/span><p>At Cl\u00ednica Obesidad y Envejecimiento in Mexico City, every treatment starts with a medical assessment. Here we answer the most searched questions about endovenous laser, biopolymers, breast lift, laser lipolysis and megalipolysis, and facial rejuvenation. We do not publish prices because each plan depends on the case; costs are explained during the assessment.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"alt\" id=\"endovenous\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Varicose veins<\/span><h2>Endovenous laser<\/h2><details open><summary>What is endovenous laser?<\/summary><p>A minimally invasive treatment that closes the diseased saphenous vein from the inside with an ultrasound-guided laser fiber under local anesthesia. NICE and ESVS guidelines rank it as the first choice when the patient is a candidate. More in the <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/endovenous-laser-varicose-veins-mexico\/\">complete guide<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Endovenous laser or radiofrequency?<\/summary><p>Both are thermal ablations and guidelines consider them first choice. A Mexican study of 80 patients found no significant differences between them at 7 and 30 days. The specialist chooses based on the Doppler ultrasound.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Laser or sclerotherapy for varicose veins?<\/summary><p>The NICE guideline recommends thermal ablation (laser or radiofrequency) first and keeps ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy as an alternative when ablation is not suitable. Spider veins are treated with other techniques.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What are the contraindications of laser for varicose veins?<\/summary><p>Active deep vein thrombosis, pregnancy, significant arterial disease in the legs and very tortuous or unsuitable veins require special assessment. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/varicose-veins-when-to-treat-with-laser\/\">when to treat varicose veins<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How much does endovenous laser cost in Mexico?<\/summary><p>It depends on the number of veins and what the Doppler ultrasound shows, so the cost is defined in the assessment. Book on WhatsApp to receive a personalized plan.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/endovenous-laser\/\">See endovenous laser for varicose veins \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section id=\"biopolymers\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Biopolymers<\/span><h2>Biopolymers and their removal<\/h2><details open><summary>What are biopolymers?<\/summary><p>Unauthorized filler substances (liquid silicone, oils, paraffin, polyacrylamide) injected to add volume. COFEPRIS considers them a high health risk. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/filler-substance-disease-symptoms\/\">symptoms of filler substance disease<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How is biopolymer removal from the buttocks done?<\/summary><p>It starts with an assessment and MRI to locate the material; medical management of inflammation is then combined with removal in localized areas, supported by laser technology. Removing 100% is not always possible.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can biopolymers be removed from the lips or face?<\/summary><p>It is assessed case by case: the face is one of the areas where these substances are most often injected, and the plan depends on the imaging results.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How long is recovery after biopolymer removal?<\/summary><p>It depends on the area and amount of material. In a series of 35 patients who had gluteal surgery, the most frequent complication was seroma, resolved with drainage. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/biopolymer-removal-recovery\/\">recovery after removal<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/laser-biopolymer-removal\/\">See biopolymer removal \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section class=\"alt\" id=\"breast\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Breast<\/span><h2>Breast lift<\/h2><details open><summary>Breast lift with or without implants?<\/summary><p>A lift corrects sagging and an implant adds volume. In a study of 149 patients by Mexico City surgeons, a lift alone had the highest satisfaction. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/breast-lift-with-or-without-implants\/\">the comparison<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can the bust be lifted without surgery?<\/summary><p>Breast sagging depends on the skin and internal support, so exercise, creams or garments do not correct it. When sagging is real, the medical option is a breast lift.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Which breast lift technique do I need?<\/summary><p>It depends on the degree of sagging, measured with the Regnault classification by nipple position. Mild sagging allows shorter scars; greater sagging needs more repositioning.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>When should I have surgery after pregnancy?<\/summary><p>It is best to finish breastfeeding, wait a few months and reach a stable weight. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/breasts-after-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding\/\">breasts after pregnancy<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/laser-breast-lift\/\">See laser breast lift \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section id=\"lipolysis\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Body contouring<\/span><h2>Laser lipolysis and megalipolysis<\/h2><details open><summary>Is laser lipolysis dangerous?<\/summary><p>It is a surgical procedure with uncommon risks. In a series of 1,000 cases there were 3 burns, 2 infections, 1 hematoma and 1 seroma, with no major complications. The laser-specific risk is a burn if energy is not controlled.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Laser lipolysis or liposuction?<\/summary><p>According to a 2025 review, laser assistance causes less bruising and pain and allows a return about 3 days earlier; traditional liposuction keeps advantages for large volumes. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/laser-lipolysis-vs-liposuction\/\">the comparison<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is non-invasive lipolaser the same thing?<\/summary><p>No. Laser-assisted lipolysis uses a fiber under the skin and fat removal; external non-invasive laser devices are a different technology with different results.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How long until results show?<\/summary><p>The contour takes shape gradually as swelling subsides over the following weeks and months.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What are the risks of laser megalipolysis?<\/summary><p>With larger volumes, the most frequent complication is seroma. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommends a hospital and overnight monitoring above 5 liters. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/who-is-laser-megalipolysis-for\/\">who it is for<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/laser-lipolysis\/\">See laser lipolysis \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section class=\"alt\" id=\"face\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Face<\/span><h2>Endolifting and laser facial rejuvenation<\/h2><details open><summary>What is facial endolifting?<\/summary><p>A 1470 nm diode laser inserted under the skin to stimulate collagen and improve firmness in mild to moderate laxity. A review of 23 studies found favorable results with mild, temporary effects. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/facial-endolifting-laser\/\">how it works<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is endolifting good or bad?<\/summary><p>It works for mild to moderate laxity but does not remove excess skin; for significant laxity a surgical facelift is the option. See <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/endolifting-vs-surgical-facelift\/\">endolifting or facelift<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How long does the endolifting effect last?<\/summary><p>The result is gradual and its duration depends on skin type, age and aftercare; it is explained in the assessment.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is fractional CO2 laser safe?<\/summary><p>It is safe with parameters adjusted to each skin. In darker skin the main risk is pigmentation and ablative lasers carry more risk of scarring, so the skin is analyzed with VISIA before treatment.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/laser-facial-rejuvenation\/\">See laser facial rejuvenation \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section id=\"clinic\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">The clinic<\/span><h2>About the clinic<\/h2><details open><summary>Where is the clinic?<\/summary><p>At R\u00edo R\u00f3dano 510, Cuauht\u00e9moc neighborhood, 06500, Mexico City.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What are the opening hours?<\/summary><p>Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How do I book an assessment?<\/summary><p>By WhatsApp or phone at +52 55 3522 3243.<\/p><\/details><p style=\"margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/how-to-get\/\">See how to get here \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><section style=\"padding-top:0\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"final\"><h2>Is your question not here?<\/h2><p class=\"lead\" style=\"margin:0 auto 24px;color:#fff;opacity:.92\">Message us on WhatsApp and book an assessment with the specialist.<\/p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=525535223243&amp;text=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20an%20assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book an assessment on WhatsApp<\/a><p style=\"margin:18px 0 0;font-size:14px;opacity:.85\">R\u00edo R\u00f3dano 510, Cuauht\u00e9moc, 06500 Mexico City \u00b7 +52 55 3522 3243<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" id=\"hub-ld\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/faq\/#faq\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/en\/faq\/\",\"name\":\"Frequently asked questions\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/#website\"},\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/clinicaobesidadenvejecimiento.com\/#organization\"},\"speakable\":{\"@type\":\"SpeakableSpecification\",\"cssSelector\":[\"#resumen\"]},\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is endovenous laser?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A minimally invasive treatment that closes the diseased saphenous vein from the inside with an ultrasound-guided laser fiber under local anesthesia. 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