Liposuction is the surgical removal of
excess fat from specific areas of the body. It is used to
slim the hips, thighs, abdomen, and neck areas. It can also
be used to contour the fat around the ankles and hips. The
best liposuction candidate
is someone who has a relatively normal weight but has isolated
pockets of fat that have not responded to dieting or exercise.
Liposuction can be done at almost any age if the patient
is in good health and has good elasticity of the skin. Dr.
Lo is extremely proficient in liposuction and has performed
upwards of 600 liposuction procedures in his career. Before
and after liposuction photos
Procedure Description
The tumescent technique, a revolutionary
technique developed by a dermatologist in the late 1980's,
has made liposuction much safer. In the tumescent technique,
a solution is infused into the fat, which both numbs the area
and minimizes bleeding. After the solution is infused, liposuction
is performed in the desired area to remove the fat. An elastic
compression garment is worn over the treated area for several
days to weeks following the procedure in order to reduce the
bruising and swelling. The procedure is done on an outpatient
basis under local anesthesia. The duration of the procedure
is dependent on the number of sites that are suctioned. There
is minimal pain and the patient can usually return to work
in less than one week.
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The removal of
fat is usually permanent as long as the patient does not
gain any weight post operatively. |
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Liposuction is
not a substitute for weight loss. If a patient is significantly
overweight, Dr. Lo usually advises them to lose weight
prior to having liposuction. |
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Liposuction does
not improve cellulite, although Mesotherapy can in certain
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The results of
liposuction will vary in individuals as healing, skin
elasticity, and water retention is different. |
Concurrent Procedures
Liposuction is usually done as a solitary
procedure for safety reasons. The exception is neck liposuction,
which can be done in conjunction with a face
lift.
About Faces Cosmetic Surgery is located
in Tucson, Arizona. Our facility is renowned for its state
of the art cosmetic
surgery and reconstructive
surgery procedures. For more information on liposuction
or to schedule a consultation, please contact
us.
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