Liposuction

Liposuction is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from specific areas of the body to improve contour and proportion. It’s commonly used on the abdomen, thighs, flanks, and also as part of lipofilling procedures for breast enhancement or reconstruction.

Ideal Candidates

  • Patients with invasive breast fat.
  • Individuals with suspicious lymph nodes on imaging or physical exam.

Procedure Details:

  • Performed under local or general anesthesia depending on the volume of fat being removed.
  • A small cannula is inserted to suction out excess fat.
  • Often combined with other breast procedures for optimal aesthetic outcomes.

Medical Considerations:

Benefits:

  • Permanent fat removal from treated areas.
  • Enhances body contours and proportions.
  • Can be used to harvest fat for grafting in other cosmetic or reconstructive procedures.

 

Recovery:

  • Patients typically return to work in 1 week.
  • Compression garments are worn for 4-6 weeks to reduce swelling and support healing.
  • Results improve gradually over a few months as swelling subsides.