Liposuction Overview

Liposuction is a popular treatment that removes stubborn fat deposits on the abdominal wall, hips, and thighs when the area does not respond to a healthy diet or exercise regime. It is not, however, used as a method of weight loss. Results may also vary from person to person. Lipoplasty can also be used on the upper arms, face, knees, calves, and ankles. Liposuction can be combined with other surgical procedures and/or can be used to treat multiple areas of the body at a time. If you would like to learn more, please call and schedule a consultation today, and let us help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Led by a trio of renowned plastic surgeons, our team brings years of experience and expertise to every procedure. We make sure to remain at the forefront of the latest advancements in plastic surgery techniques and technology so we can guarantee our patients the highest quality care and the most ideal possible results.

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Do I Qualify?

Liposuction is most commonly performed on the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, neck, and even on knees. To be a good candidate, patients should be in good health and experience:

  • Excessive (under 20 pounds) localized fat deposits that cannot be altered with diet and exercise
  • Disproportionate areas of the body
  • Good skin elasticity
  • Completed weight loss
  • No future plans for pregnancy

Age can be a factor in liposuction, as skin loses elasticity and firmness as we grow old. The procedure can be performed as long as your skin has good elasticity.

Different Types of Liposuction at Elite Plastic Surgery

There are several variations on liposuction our plastic surgeons use at Elite Plastic Surgery, including:

Tumescent

A large amount of an anesthetic solution is injected into the fatty tissue. The fluid consists of local anesthetic lidocaine, a drug that contracts the blood vessels (epinephrine), and an intravenous (IV) salt solution. The lidocaine helps to numb the area during and after surgery, epinephrine minimizes blood loss, and the IV solution eliminates the fat more easily.

Super-Wet Technique

Being a short process, the super-wet technique is quite similar to tumescent liposuction. The only difference is that less amount of fluid is required during the surgery. In other words, the amount of fluid injected is equal to the amount of fat to be removed.

Power-Assisted (PAL)

This is liposuction performed using a power vacuum tool with a suction technique.

Ultrasound-Assisted (UAL)

This technique makes use of ultrasonic vibrations to liquefy the fat, thereby making it easier to remove. This technique can be applied to the upper abdomen, sides, and back. After liquefying the cells, they are vacuumed out. Being a longer process, UAL can be done externally above the surface of the skin with a special emitter or internally below the surface of the skin with a small, heated cannula. However, the risk of burns and scarring comes from the ultrasound waves.

4D Liposuction via VASERLipo

VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance. This technology helps reduce pain and downtime by melting fat away and even transferring the fat to other parts of the body for fat transfer breast lift and Brazilian butt lift. Another benefit of VASER High Definition Lipo is the ability to target problematic areas with much more accuracy than traditional liposuction in order to help sculpt problem areas. High Definition VASER Lipo can even help sculpt the abdomen to create more defined, “six-pack abs.”

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Common Areas Treated

  • Arms
  • Chin
  • Thighs
  • Love Handles
  • Stomach
  • Bra Strap Fat (Upper Back and Chest)
  • Mons Pubis
  • 360 Lipo (stomach and love handles)

Liposculpture

Liposculpture refers to body sculpting using liposuction along with other less-invasive reshaping procedures. Unlike conventional liposuction, the fat is not entirely removed. Only a part of the fat is removed as a part of the body contouring process, and a more aesthetic shape is sculpted.

For example, hips, knees, abs, chin, neck and jawlines without much fat can be shaped using the procedure by removing or reshaping a small amount of fat. Liposculpture removes or reshapes the fat in a way that causes the look and feel of the muscles to become more prominent and well-defined. While liposuction is about fat removal, liposculpture is a body contouring procedure, and there is no need for general anesthesia or IV sedation.

While the former involves the removal of fat in significant volume, the latter refers to a process of toning, shaping, smoothing, sculpting, and tightening muscles via the removal or reshaping of fat in lesser amounts using surgical liposuction, laser, or other minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.

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Remove Stubborn Fat

Stubborn fat deposits can keep you from achieving the body you’ve always wanted. For patients who need assistance getting a slimmer body, schedule a consultation with our office today or for general information on this procedure, contact us on our website or call our office today!

We treat our patients like family at Elite Plastic Surgery. When you visit our practice, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of aesthetic experts who will offer you a guiding hand on your life-affirming cosmetic journey. Read what our patients have had to say, in their own words.

“I felt comfortable & confident I was in good hands!”

— K.M.

“Everyone there from Dr. Torabi to Gabi and then the office staff are so wonderful.”

— J.R.

“Everyone was beyond beyond nice.”

— D.A.

“I cannot express how happy I am with Dr. Torabi and his staff.”

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Why Choose Elite?

Visiting Elite Plastic Surgery means treating you to a truly elevated experience. At our practice, we dedicate ourselves to transforming both your appearance and your experience and we’ve earned a reputation for excellence thanks to the leadership of our talented lead surgeons. Drs. Rozbeh Torabi, Radbeh Torabi, and Ramyar Torabi are board-certified plastic surgery specialists, each one bringing extensive training, a reputation for academic excellence, and a keenly developed artistic sensibility to the table.

If you’re interested in learning more about how liposuction can help you, or you’d like to explore the various additional treatment options we offer, our team is standing by and will be excited to help you begin your cosmetic journey. Simply reach out to our Chandler or Phoenix location and set up your initial consultation with a member of our team today.

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