Liposuction

Arizona Lipo with Style.

Scottsdale – Liposuction is one of the most common plastic surgery operations performed. Liposuction typically leads to the permanent removal of fat containing cells from the body using a suction technique.

Why choose Liposuction?

Many people are unhappy about fat accumulated in different parts of their body. For that reason, liposuction has been the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the U. S. over the years. When liposuction first started it was nothing more than a technique to remove unwanted fat pockets. Several advancements have made liposuction safer and better. Modern techniques of liposuction can remove the unwanted fat, but also allow for sculpting of the body into a better shape. These modern advancements are important, but the experience of the surgeon is usually considered more important to achieving a good result with lipo than any other factor.

Lipo Advancements used in our Scottsdale Practice.

Some of the advancements used in our practice include tumescent liposuction technique for safer anesthesia, micro-cannula liposuction for a smoother contour, ultrasound lipo and laser liposuction to gently remove stubborn fat pockets, and lymphatic massage which allows the body to recuperate faster. The most popular areas for liposuction include the abdomen, hips, back, thighs, knees, upper arms, buttocks, cheeks and neck. This procedure is very popular because the recovery time is typically short, there is minimal pain and only tiny incisions. Keep in mind, that when more areas are treated with liposuction, the longer the recovery. When more fat volume is removed, more swelling and bruising is seen after surgery. Recovery for most patients is usually less than 2 weeks.

On the Safety of Liposuction.

Liposuction is safe when performed in a certified plastic surgery center with appropriate anesthesia personnel. Liposuction is not a weight loss method because there are limitations as to how much fat can be removed at one time. We recommend patients be as close as possible to their ideal body weight before having plastic surgery. A good diet and exercise regiment helps to keep you in shape before and after surgery. We recommend you consult with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for your lipo procedure. Our philosophy includes the belief that better liposuction always occurs when logical steps are used by the cosmetic surgeon to improve the outcome while minimizing the potential risks. Patients, of course, play a major role in deciding how much volume and where the procedure should be carried out.