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Understanding Liposuction Surgery
Diet and exercise-resistant fat across the body is common for both men and women, regardless of age or lifestyle. Even the fittest individuals can struggle with this concern.
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that addresses unwanted fat, and it can be the body contouring answer you’ve been searching for. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Geoffrey Kim performs liposuction in Denver, Colorado.
What Is Liposuction?
Liposuction is the gold standard of cosmetic fat reduction. This surgery is appropriate for men and women of all ages, whether they want to further define their weight loss efforts, combat the remaining fat pockets after pregnancy and childbirth, or address the stubborn fat pockets acquired due to genetics or lifestyle habits. This minimally invasive surgery permanently extracts unwanted fat cells from the body, allowing for smoother contours and a fitter physique.
While this surgery removes fat from the body, it is not designed for weight loss, a treatment for obesity, or an alternative to a healthy lifestyle with diet and exercise. Patients who achieve the best results are healthy individuals with localized fat pockets.
A consultation with Dr. Kim will help determine if liposuction is right for you.
Why Choose Liposuction?
Women and men choose cosmetic fat reduction to:
- Reduce stubborn pockets of fat
- Improve the balance of your figure
- Enhance your self-image and confidence
Liposuction can be used to remove fat in the following areas:
- Abdomen
- Waist
- Flanks
- Back
- Buttocks
- Thighs
- Knees
- Calves
- Ankles
- Chest
- Arms
- Neck/ double chin
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What Are My Liposuction Options?
Traditional Liposuction
During a traditional liposuction procedure, unwanted fat pockets are loosened and physically removed from the body using gentle suction.
Tumescent/Super-Wet Technique
The tumescent or super-wet technique is similar to traditional liposuction; however, it adds an infusion of saline, adrenaline, and anesthesia for easier fat removal.
Ultrasound-Assisted Lipoplasty
Ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty, or UAL, is an advanced technique that incorporates ultrasonic energy that heats and liquefies fat cells before removal to allow for a more comfortable and less traumatic process.
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How Is Liposuction Performed?
Liposuction is performed as an outpatient procedure, whether it is a standalone procedure or combined with other surgical enhancements. While every liposuction procedure is unique based on your needs and the techniques used, you can anticipate the following:
- You will have a final opportunity to discuss your liposuction with Dr. Kim, and predetermined incisions will be marked on and around the treatment areas.
- You will be given local or general anesthesia to make you comfortable and safe. A board-certified anesthesiologist (MD) conducts anesthesia for all cases.
- Small incisions will be made in the treatment areas, and a tumescent fluid will be injected to cause the fat cells to swell, allowing for easier removal.
- When UAL is used, ultrasound energy will be emitted to melt unwanted fat cells for easier removal.
- Fat cells are extracted with the use of a suctioning, vacuum-like device.
- The incisions are closed with sutures or skin adhesives.
- Your treatment areas are bandaged, and you can begin your recovery.
Many women and men incorporate liposuction into more significant body contouring procedures. In these cases, the above treatment protocol will be altered to include the additional surgical techniques.
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What Is Liposuction Recovery Like?
You will be taken to a recovery area immediately following your liposuction and monitored for a few hours before you are released to go home. Your treatment areas will be wrapped in gauze and compression dressings that help to reduce swelling and promote circulation.
Patients who undergo liposuction alone can expect their treatment areas to be sore, swollen, bruised, and tender; however, discomfort should only last a few days, and swellings will significantly subside over the following days and weeks. Any post-operative pain can be alleviated with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication. Antibiotics may also be provided to help prevent infection.
Patients who combine liposuction with other body contouring procedures, such as a tummy tuck or a Mommy Makeover, can expect a longer recovery.
Most patients return to desk-type jobs within one week but should avoid strenuous exercise for a few weeks.
When Will I See My Liposuction Results?
You will start to see the results of your liposuction immediately after your surgery; however, bruising and swelling will camouflage your results. Your slimmer contours will continue to develop over the following weeks and should be finalized within a few months.
Liposuction creates a slimmer, more toned appearance in the treatment areas. While you may not see a radical shift on the scale, you will notice that your clothes fit better and your contours are smoother.
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How much is liposuction in Denver, CO?
Your liposuction cost varies depending on the size and number of treatment areas and any surgical procedures combined with liposuction. Additional factors like surgeon, anesthesia, and facility fees will also be included. Dr. Kim performs liposuction in his state-of-the-art surgical facility.
You will be given a price estimate once your surgical plan has been established — including any combined techniques. Financing options are available.
How can I prepare for liposuction?
Before your liposuction, you may be asked to:
- Get a blood test
- Take certain medications or adjust your current medications
- Avoid taking aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory drugs, as they can increase bleeding
Can liposuction tighten loose skin?
Liposuction is intended to remove unwanted fat pockets; it does not remove loose or sagging skin and cannot significantly tighten skin that has lost elasticity. Because of this, liposuction is commonly performed alongside skin excision procedures.
What procedures can I combine with my liposuction?
Liposuction pairs well with nearly every body contouring and breast enhancement surgery. Common procedures include tummy tuck, arm lift, and Brazilian Butt Lift surgery. Liposuction is also a staple in Mommy Makeover surgery, which combines liposuction and tummy tuck surgery with breast enhancement surgeries like breast augmentation, breast lift surgery, or breast reduction.
Will the fat come back after liposuction?
Liposuction offers permanent fat reduction. The fat cells removed during the procedure will not return or regrow in the body. However, existing fat cells can still expand in size. This is why it is important to maintain a stable weight with a healthy diet and exercise.
Want to Learn More About Liposuction With Dr. Kim?
For more information about liposuction in Denver, Colorado, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kim, call our offices at (303) 741-3131 or complete our online contact form.