Joel B. Singer, M.D. - Liposuction

Liposuction

Ultrasonic-Assisted Lipectomy, Tumescent Lipectomy

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Liposuction

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Markings before surgery indicate precise areas to be treated with tumescent and ultrasonic liposuction. One month post-surgery, thighs, abdomen and hips are noticeably slimmer.

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Liposuction of the neck and chin improved contour of the neck and gave definition to the jawline.

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Liposuction of the hips and thighs improved the shape of this 24-year-old female.


Patient Assessment
	Individuals who have persistent deposits of fat in the "saddle bag" areas, abdomen, knees ankles, waist, arms and under the chin. Both women and men are candidates.
	Men with enlarged breasts may be candidates.

Procedure
	Tumescent technique-most commonly utilized-A solution of saline and aesthetic is injected first, making the area "tumescent", or swollen, to allow for easier separation of fat from other tissue.
	Ultrasonic technique-better sculpting ability in specific areas with dense tissue, such as the upper abdomen, male waist, male breasts and backs.-The procedure uses cannulas inserted through tiny incisions through which the fat is suctioned out after it is liquefied by an ultrasonic wand.

Recovery
	Patient goes home with a snug dressing and elastic girdle over the treated area, which helps the skin conform smoothly to the shape of underlying tissue.
	There will be some post-operative discomfort for a few days, easily controlled by medication.
	Swelling and discoloration usually subside within three to six weeks.

Intended Result
	For the areas liposuctioned, improved proportion with other body features.
	A more attractive physical shape in and out of clothing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recovery time for liposuction?

Recovery from liposuction surgery varies with each individual and depends on the location and volume of body area that is treated. We send the patient home in a compression garment, which decreases pain and swelling. They are generally sore for about two weeks, although most return to work within a few days.

When you remove fat with liposuction does it include the cellulite?

No, liposuction only removes bulges of fat. But we have a new treatment, which can address the dimpling appearance of cellulite: its called Silhouette. With a roller-like massage machine we treat the skin and achieve a very nice result. Some patients have liposuction followed by the Silhouette treatment to remove both fat deposits and the appearance of cellulite. Silhouette requires maintenance treatments every two to three months.

I have heard about good results with the Ultrasonic liposuction technique. Is this the technique that you use?

Ultrasonic liposuction is only one of two liposuction techniques we use, which allows us to choose the approach that is optimal for each patient. Ultrasonic liposuction is best for dense, fibrous areas, such as the male chest, upper abdomen, and "spare tire". Because women generally choose to have liposuction performed on areas that have softer fatty tissues, we find that the standard "tumescent" technique is better for overall body sculpting. The best results come from choosing the appropriate technique for a given body area.

With our genetic programming, many of us are predisposed to fail. Does the fat come back once one has had liposuction?

The body produces fat cells when you are young and this production stops at puberty. When you gain or lose weight the cells get bigger or smaller; the number of cells does not change. Liposuction permanently removes fat cells. They do not come back and new fat cells are not produced. You can, however, gain weight. But you will gain it proportionately over your entire body; it will not be disproportionately added to your "problem" area anymore.

Can liposuction give definition to men's abdominal muscles?

Liposuction is ideally suited to sculpting a specific area, such as the abdomen. We can address the indentation along the midline and make it more obvious with liposuction. The muscles will be more pronounced following fat removal. I would like to add that the combination of liposuction to remove fat and body building to develop the musculature can produce those washboard abs that men dream of.

Can fat cells come back?

Liposuction removes fat cells permanently. If you gain weight, you'll gain it proportionately. You won't gain weight in the hips, thighs, or tummy as you might have tended to do in the past, you will gain weight evenly over your entire body. Liposuction does permanently change your contour.

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