Liposuction

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is one of the greatest innovations in plastic surgery procedures because it allows large volumes of fatty tissue to be extracted while leaving virtually no scars. We offer our patients the latest technology in power assisted liposuction (PAL), always using the S.A.F.E. liposuction technique. The SAFE technique helps achieve a smooth appearance, dislodge fat cells, and reduce the risk of any rippling or contour abnormalities after the aesthetic plastic surgery.

Benefits of Liposuction

There are many benefits for those considering liposuction. These include:

• Improved contours of areas of the body like the chin, abdomen, arms, buttocks, flanks, and thighs
• Enhanced skin tightening via stimulation of collagen production, helping to firm skin
• More shapely transitions from the lower back to the buttock
• Opportunity to use excess fat deposits removed with liposuction for augmentation of other areas such as the face, breasts, or buttocks

Who is a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

If you have specific localized fat deposits or stubborn fat deposits that you would like to target, then you are a potential candidate for liposuction. However, liposuction is not an alternative to weight loss. Those considering the liposuction cosmetic procedure should be within their normal weight range and have realistic expectations. The liposuction procedure can remove unwanted fat from the abdomen, thighs, upper arms, and flanks, as well as smaller areas like under the chin, in the bra area, and above the knee. It’s commonly used to remove fat deposits that don’t respond to diet or exercise. Liposuction can be performed alone or as part of a body contouring procedure, like a tummy tuck, to remove excess skin and achieve more dramatic results.

How is Liposuction Performed?

There are multiple liposuction techniques used depending on the patient’s goals. There is traditional liposuction, tumescent liposuction, laser assisted liposuction, ultrasound assisted liposuction, and suction assisted liposuction, all of which can effectively target and remove fat cells. Here, we offer power assisted liposuction. In the first step of a surgical procedure, a solution containing lidocaine and epinephrine is injected to prepare the area. Then, a cannula attached to suction is used to remove excess fat. Smaller areas of cosmetic surgery can often be done without general anesthesia, lowering the overall liposuction cost and recovery time.

Recovery After Liposuction

Your recovery time will depend on the number and size of the treatment areas. Patients can expect the majority of swelling and discomfort during the first 1-2 weeks after liposuction surgery. Movement is encouraged starting the day of your aesthetic surgery to aid healing. A compression garment is worn over the treatment area to minimize swelling and help the skin adapt to its new shape. This garment supports the area or the abdominal muscles depending on your procedure and assists in maintaining the new contours. Because there are no long incisions, patients typically experience minimal downtime and can resume normal activities soon after.

Your Consultation in Baltimore, MD

At the Aesthetic Center at Woodholme, we’ll help you explore your options for body contouring and determine which approach is best for you. Whether your goal is to remove fat from a specific area or improve your silhouette through a broader body contouring procedure, our team is here to help. We’ll also provide a full breakdown of costs and payment options so you can confidently plan your aesthetic plastic surgery experience.

If you are anxious to look and feel your best, contact board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Emile Brown today to schedule your liposuction consultation. We proudly serve patients from Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Annapolis and the surrounding areas of Maryland.