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Liposuction
is a very effective technique for removing the soft breast tissue
while a small incision may be necessary to remove isolated elements
of thick firm tissue. Liposuction is also often an excellent option
for men with isolated collections of bothersome fat distributed
throughout the abdomen, belt line or flanks ("love handles").
These areas of fat are sometimes an inherited trait and may not
respond to diet, exercise or other wight-loss regimens. Abdominoplasty,
or tummy-tuck, is also very effective in smoothing and refining
the male abdomen particularly if the skin is loose or stretched
such as after weight-loss surgery.
Are
you a good candidate?
- If you
have excess subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and
exercise.
- If you
wish to change the contour of your body. Commonly involved areas
are the:
- Abdomen
- Thighs
- Hips
- Waist
- Inner Knees
- Trunk
- Male Chest
- Neck
- Chin
- Most patients
are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes.
Intended
Results
- A permanent
improvement in the contour and proportion of the treated area
of concern.
- A more
flattering figure or physique, in or out of clothing.
Procedure
Description
- The procedure
is done on an outpatient basis.
- General
anesthesia is usually used for safety and comfort.
- Small suction
tubes (cannulas) are inserted through very short incisions placed
in inconspicuous locations near the fat deposit, and excess
fat is removed.
Recuperation
and Healing
- The patient
goes home with a compression garment covering the treated areas.
Compression is advised for 4 to 6 weeks as it helps reduce swelling
and helps you to achieve the final result more quickly. Once
pain and soreness decrease, it is frequently more comfortable
to wear lycra or spandex exercise pants or a store bought girdle.
- Post Operative
massage is often used 1 to 2 weeks after surgery to decrease
swelling, bruising, and promote healing.
- Bruising
and swelling usually resolve in 2 to 4 weeks. The final result
often takes shape over 2 to 3 months.
Other
Options
- Additional
procedures that could enhance the result is a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Insurance
Guidelines
- These procedures
are usually considered cosmetic and are not covered by insurance.
The patient is typically responsible for the full payment.
Note
- The specific
risk and suitability of the procedure for a given individual
can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical
procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that
do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications
are unusual. Such possible complications are best reviewed with
your plastic surgeon prior to surgery.
Photographs
- No photographs
are currently available for this procedure.
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