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Liposuction is commonly sought by people who are upset by the presence of fat deposits on the sides of the torso, known as the “flanks,” or the abdomen. Fat deposits on the flanks are commonly known as “love handles,” while fat deposits on the abdomen and flanks create the “spare tire.” People with love handles […]

Choosing a doctor, discussing your options, and asking questions are all preliminary steps toward the liposuction procedure itself. When you’ve finally said, “Yes, let’s do this,” you’ll still need to prepare for surgery. Here’s how to get ready physically, psychologically and logistically. Your Body The night before surgery, follow the instructions provided by your doctor’s […]

Once the surgical staff is confident that the anesthesia is working properly, your liposuction surgeon will begin the procedure. The specific steps will depend on the technique the surgeon has chosen to best fit the results you are looking for and the needs of your body. Commonly-used Liposuction Procedures Tumescent liposuction: The surgeon injects a […]

When you arrive on the day of your surgery, you’ll check in with the nursing staff. You will likely be asked to fill out some paperwork, and you’ll be asked to confirm your identity, so bring a photo ID in case it’s required. Please take some time to read the surgical consent form before you […]

In past decades, liposuction was performed on patients in the doctor’s office with the use of local anesthetia or in the hospital under general anesthesia. Today, we are able to offer several options including general anesthesia in an outpatient setting or a “twilight sleep” (conscious sedation). You and your surgeon will talk about the best […]