PLASTIC SURGERY PROCEDURE: Liposuction

In today's world, looking and feeling good means having a fit, well-proportioned body. However, for many people, this may seem like an unreachable goal. Sometimes even a strict diet or a disciplined exercise program can't conquer stubborn areas of excess fat. For those who seek a smoother or better-proportioned body contour, liposuction may be the answer.

Liposuction, also called lipoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes deposits of excess fat from specific areas of the body, face or neck. Liposuction can be used to slim the hips and thighs, flatten the abdomen, shape the calves and ankles or eliminate a double chin.

Liposuction is most commonly recommended for men and women of normal weight who simply want to improve their body contour. The procedure can produce excellent results for people who have deposits of excess fat that make certain body areas appear disproportionately large. Although liposuction is not a treatment for obesity, it can permanently alter body proportion and is sometimes the only way to eliminate fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise.

People of almost any age may undergo liposuction; however, patients with good skin elasticity will achieve the smoothest contour after fat is removed. You may be a good candidate for liposuction if you desire fat removal or contouring in any of the following areas:

Liposuction Can:

• Be performed on several, areas of the body at the same time or be done in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery procedures, as long as you understand that there is increased risk and your surgeon feels that having multiple procedures is a safe option for you.
• Be used to treat some cases of gynecomastia, or male breast enlargement, which occurs in both teenagers and adult men.

Liposuction Can't:

• Serve as a substitute for dieting and exercise
• Effectively treat cellulite (a condition that gives the skin a dimpled appearance)

Also, certain medical conditions may complicate liposuction. They include: diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease, and previous surgery near the area to be contoured. It's important to let Dr. Almonte know if you have any of these medical conditions or if you have had surgery in the past.

A personal consultation is the first step for every patient considering liposuction. During this meeting, Dr. Almonte will assess your physical and emotional health and discuss your specific cosmetic goals for the procedure.

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Dr. Arnold Almonte, D.O.

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