Liposuction

Liposuction, also known as Liposculpture, is a procedure that can help contour the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck.

If you have stubborn bulges that won’t go away, no matter how much weight you lose, you may want to consider what Liposuction can do for you.

If you’ve ever looked in awe at sleek, beautiful people living confidently in perfectly contoured bodies and wondered how they got so lucky, you might be surprised to find out how many of those “lucky” people are actually products of talented plastic surgeons like Dr. Gartner.

With advances in plastic surgery, today doctors can create smooth, sleek body contours as if they were sculptors. The more experience a doctor has, the more precise the outcome. Dr. Gartner has years of experience using Liposuction alone and in conjunction with other procedures to sculpt the body you desire.

Ideal Candidates for Liposuction

• Have realistic expectations
• Have tried diet, exercise and weight loss programs without getting permanent results
• Are only slightly to moderately overweight
• Have stable weight (not planning massive future weight loss or gain)
• Understand Liposuction is not a weight loss program
• Have firm, elastic skin and are in good health

What Areas can be treated with Liposuction?

For Women Stomach Waist Hips Thighs Buttocks Knees Lower Leg Double Chin Upper Arms

For Men Love Handles Abdomen Breasts Neck

Benefits of Liposuction

Liposuction is not a weight reduction treatment, but rather a method of reshaping and contouring areas of the body that are disproportionate or do not respond to diet and exercise alone.  Because Liposuction produces such immediate and visible results, the procedure has gained popularity among both men and women.

Is Liposuction safe?

Liposuction is a safe procedure as long as you are medically healthy. The surgery facility must be clean and properly equipped and the doctor must be highly trained. All surgery carries some degree of risk. Dr. Gartner will go over all the possible risks and complications with you during your consultation.

How will my skin look after Liposuction?

The changes following Liposuction are similar to what you would expect if you lost an equal amount of localized fat through diet and exercise. Liposuction is not a treatment for cellulite, although many patients do notice an improvement in the appearance of cellulite after the procedure.  Contour irregularities including depressions and wrinkling of the skin can occur in some patients, but treatments are available to help minimize these problems if they occur.

Is the fat removal permanent?

Yes. When the fat cells are removed via Liposuction, they are removed permanently and do not grow back.  Weight gain is still possible after Liposuction, however, because excess fat can be stored in the remaining fat cells in previously treated areas of the body.

Liposuction Procedure

The technique involves making a small incision in the affected area and inserting a hollow tube called a cannula. Fluid may be added to reduce bleeding and discomfort. Using a back and forth motion with the cannula, excess fat is suctioned and collected in a canister where it is measured.

Liposuction Recovery

Post-operative recovery is relatively quick, but bruising and swelling can remain for two to four weeks. Moderate exercise can be resumed after one week. Depending on the size of the areas and how many areas are involved, most patients are able to return to work in three to seven days. A compressive garment must be worn for four to six weeks for optimal results. If following surgery, you maintain a healthy lifestyle (including a sensible diet), perform moderate exercise and maintain your weight, excellent long-term results are expected. Occasionally, a touch-up may be desired to further improve an area that has been previously treated. The additional treatment can sometimes be performed under local anesthesia in Dr Gartner’s office.

Body Contouring

Liposuction is one technique used in body contouring. It can be performed on several areas of the body at the same time or in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery techniques to sculpt the body you desire.

Liposuction is but one of the many treatments we offer to revitalize your appearance. Patients enjoy renewed self confidence and a sleeker, more contoured body. Take a look at our before and after photos.