Liposuction
in Charlotte, NC
our Contours Your Way
Mecklenburg County Liposuction at Charlotte Plastic Surgery
Unveil a more confident, refined version of yourself with liposuction in the heart of Mecklenburg County at Charlotte Plastic Surgery. Our skilled surgeons, committed to achieving your aesthetic goals, employ advanced techniques to sculpt and contour your body. At our office in Charlotte liposuction offers a personalized approach, targeting stubborn fat deposits and enhancing your natural curves. Trust our expertise and dedication to guide you through this body contouring experience, tailored to your unique aspirations.
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Liposuction Before & Afters
Fight That Exercise-resistant Fat
What is liposuction?
If you want to improve your shape by slimming areas of your body that exercise just can’t help, then liposuction in Charlotte might be your ideal procedure. Liposuction is a proven, effective solution for permanently removing stubborn areas of fat. The most common locations for this cosmetic body procedure include the neck (“double chin”), upper arms, abdomen, hips, and thighs.
There are multiple ways to perform liposuction, but Charlotte Plastic Surgery endorses and uses just a few: suction-assisted lipoplasty, ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty, and power-assisted liposuction in Charlotte NC. These different methods utilize the super-wet technique, which ensures fat is targeted more precisely, and post-operative bruising and swelling are minimized.
“Every visit was personal and left me feeling confident about my decision. I am 100% satisfied and couldn’t be happier with my results. One of the best decisions I ever made was choosing a Charlotte Plastic Surgery surgeon!”
Beyond the Bulge
What are the benefits of liposuction?
Liposuction not only improves physical appearance but also boosts confidence, providing a personalized solution to stubborn fat that may resist diet and exercise. Explore various benefits of liposuction tailored to your unique aesthetic goals, and embrace a newfound sense of self-assurance with the expert team at Charlotte Plastic Surgery in Mecklenburg County. This body contouring procedure is designed to sculpt and reshape targeted areas by removing excess fat deposits for a more defined silhouette.
Your Liposuction Experience
Your Liposuction Consultation
What's the first step toward liposuction?
If you believe that liposuction is the correct procedure for achieving your desired outcome, we invite you to contact us at Charlotte Plastic Surgery. We will schedule a consultation, which will include a discussion of your concerns, goals, and a brief physical examination. This is vital for us to ensure that you are a good candidate for an effective and safe procedure. Reach out to Charlotte Plastic Surgery to schedule your consultation today.
Surgical Overview
Your Liposuction Procedure
LENGTH: 1-2 hours or more.
ANESTHESIA: Usually asleep.
IN/OUTPATIENT: Usually outpatient.
DURATION OF RESULTS: Sensible diet and exercise.
While some trademarked techniques may be heavily promoted by others, they don’t always meet our standards at Charlotte Plastic Surgery. Certainly, we understand the value of embracing the latest technology, but if a method doesn’t have proven success for our patients, then we won’t use it. That’s our promise to you.
What are your options regarding liposuction in Charlotte, NC?
Indeed, liposuction is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in the United States, and it’s been that way for decades. As with any other surgical procedure, liposuction has advanced and evolved over the years. Today, there are a few cutting-edge practices that ensure optimal results while also emphasizing patient safety.
Suction-Assisted Lipectomy (SAL)
This more traditional form of lipectomy breaks up fat and uses a high-negative-pressure vacuum to remove the fat through a hollow instrument known as a cannula. The cannula is inserted through a small incision in the skin, often placed in inconspicuous areas to hide the visibility of any potential scars.
Ultrasound-Assisted Lipoplasty (UAL)
For fibrous body areas or larger amounts of fat, this technique involves inserting an ultrasound probe beneath the skin to “liquefy” the fat before it’s suctioned. This is particularly effective for the more stubborn fat deposits.
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
It’s also worth mentioning the emergence of PAL, or power-assisted liposuction. This is a procedure wherein the physician uses a vibratory device that is easy to control, thus allowing for a more precise and thorough fat-removal process. PAL devices create quick, small vibrations that break up the fat into minuscule pieces, which are then easily suctioned away by the surgeon.
Sculpting Your Ideal Silhouette
Liposuction Results
With our liposuction Charlotte patients will watch as stubborn fat is expertly removed, revealing a refined and contoured silhouette. Our skilled surgeons employ precision to achieve your desired aesthetic, ensuring natural-looking and harmonious results. Witness the transformation as excess fat is sculpted away, enhancing your body proportions and leaving you with newfound confidence.
Reshape, Refine, Renew
Liposuction Recovery and Aftercare
Initial swelling and bruising gradually subside, and following post-operative instructions is key for optimal healing. While returning to normal activities within a few days, more strenuous endeavors may require additional recovery time. Our team emphasizes gentle care, prescribed medications, and regular follow-ups, ensuring a comfortable healing process. As weeks unfold, revel in the unveiling of your sculpted contours, and trust our commitment to your well-being throughout your liposuction recovery.
Liposuction
Frequently Asked Questions
As with any surgical procedure, liposuction in Charlotte NC is typically accompanied by some recovery time. It is normal for modest amounts of pain to be experienced immediately after the procedure, though your doctor can prescribe you medication to mitigate this pain. Most patients say that the pain feels like bruising and mostly subsides after the first 48 hours, though you may still feel some tenderness here and there for a few weeks after the procedure.
It is also common for there to be a little residual swelling for a few weeks after the procedure. The best way to minimize this is simply to get a little light exercise, such as walking, and wear any compression garments provided to you by your surgeon. Your surgeon will probably recommend this as early as possible. Heavy exercise should be avoided for a couple of weeks. Your plastic surgeon can speak with you more about what you can expect from the recovery process.
Many patients come to us asking if liposuction will help them lose weight. This is actually a very common misconception: liposuction is not about losing weight and shouldn’t be considered as a weight loss solution. On the contrary, liposuction is all about body contouring. It’s all about redefining the shape of your body, not about your weight per se. Because of this, liposuction is generally recommended for those who live a healthy lifestyle. If you have a healthy diet and get regular exercise yet still have problem areas that aren’t as contoured as you’d like, that might mean that you are a great candidate for liposuction. In fact, we generally feel that the best candidates for liposuction are those who are already fairly close to their ideal body weight. You’ll learn more about whether or not you are a good liposuction candidate when you consult with one of our renowned plastic surgeons.
Temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, soreness, and burning sensation. Super wet: Temporary fluid drainage from incision sites.
With any surgery, risks such as infection and blood clots exist. Our surgeons will always talk with you about potential risks specific to your procedures in your consultation. Other risks include asymmetry, skin irregularity, pigmentation changes, fluid retention or loss.
You can expect to be back to work in one week. For more strenuous activity, you’ll need to wait a bit longer and give yourself two to four weeks to heal. Full recovery from swelling and bruising: Two to six months or more. A post-operative garment is usually necessary. More extensive surgery may require longer recovery times.
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