Cosmetic - Body Contouring

Liposuction

Liposuction or suction assisted lipectomy (SAL) is a procedure to remove unwanted excessive fat from specific regions of the body.

It is an effective procedure and the most common cosmetic procedure performed. Liposuction may be done alone or in combination with another cosmetic procedure. Areas treated include the abdomen, the flanks, the middle and outer thighs and the legs.

Other regions treated by liposuction are: the chin and neck, the arms, the back, the buttocks and the male breasts. Liposuction improves body contour by removing fatty deposits. It is not a substitute for weight loss. Patients with good skin elasticity may expect a pleasing result. If loose or hanging skin exists in areas being treated, other techniques may be helpful.

Small liposuction procedures may be performed under a local anesthetic as an outpatient. More extensive procedures (removal larger volumes or treatment of many regions) may require general anesthesia. However, most procedure are performed with IV sedation at our outpatient facility. Our doctors work through small pinpoint incisions hidden in skin folds. Before removal of fat, a "wetting fluid" or "tumescent fluid" is instilled. This is designed to minimize blood loss and reduce postoperative discomfort. Fat and fluid is then removed by various small 'cannulas' or hollow tubes.

Postoperatively, a support garment is typically recommended by our doctors to limit swelling and bruising,. Discomfort is controlled by medication and you may return to work in 1 to 2 weeks. While bruising resolves in 2 to 3 weeks, swelling may persist for 6 weeks or longer.

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Los Angeles plastic surgeons from UCLA Plastic Surgery offer all aspects of body contouring surgery including liposuction, tummy tuck surgery, and body lift - Surgery after massive weight loss. View before and after photos of these plastic surgery procedures, learn more about cosmetic surgery and schedule a consultation today.

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UCLA Cosmetic Surgery Center
UCLA Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite 465
Los Angeles, CA 90095-6960