If you’re seeking a way to refine your body shape and eliminate stubborn fat that resists diet and exercise, liposuction at Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery may be the ideal solution. This transformative procedure targets and removes unwanted fat from areas such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, and arms, helping you achieve a more sculpted and toned silhouette. With cutting-edge techniques and personalized care, our experienced team can help you achieve a more contoured figure, boosting your confidence and enhancing your overall appearance.
If you’re ready to embrace a new, slimmer you, schedule a consultation today and discover how liposuction can redefine your body and renew your self-esteem.
What is liposuction?
Liposuction is a dynamic body contouring procedure designed to target and eliminate stubborn fat deposits that persist despite diet and exercise. The procedure begins with the administration of anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Through small, discreet incisions, a thin, flexible tube called a cannula is inserted to gently suction out excess fat from specific areas such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, buttocks, and arms. The fat is carefully removed, sculpting and reshaping the body for a smoother, more contoured silhouette.
Am I a candidate?
Liposuction is an excellent option for individuals who are looking to enhance their body contours and remove stubborn fat deposits. Ideal candidates typically:
- Are Looking to Remove Excess Body Fat: Liposuction can reduce excess fat in the neck, abdomen, hips, thighs & knees, buttocks, arms, back & bra rolls, chest (male gynecomastia), and ankles.
- Are at a Stable Weight: Candidates should be close to their ideal weight but have localized fat that is resistant to diet and exercise.
- Have Good Skin Elasticity: Healthy skin with good elasticity will better conform to the new contours after fat removal.
- Are in Good Overall Health: Candidates should be free from medical conditions that could impact the healing process or increase surgical risks.
- Have Realistic Expectations: Those considering liposuction should have realistic goals about what the procedure can achieve, understanding that it is not a weight-loss solution but a body contouring tool.
If you fit these criteria and are ready to refine your body shape, liposuction could be a transformative step toward achieving your aesthetic goals.
What can I expect during a liposuction procedure?
During a liposuction procedure, you can expect a meticulous and tailored approach at our state-of-the-art plastic surgery center in Virginia Beach. Our comfortable, welcoming surgery center is accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities and has been fully-accredited for over 15 years.
The process begins with anesthesia to ensure your comfort, allowing you to relax while the procedure is performed. A small, discreet incision is made in the targeted area, through which a thin, flexible tube called a cannula is inserted. This cannula is used to gently suction out excess fat from the area.
Throughout the procedure, your surgeon will carefully sculpt the area to achieve a smooth, contoured result. The procedure typically lasts between one to several hours, depending on the extent of fat removal. You’ll be monitored closely as you wake from anesthesia, and a compression garment may be applied to support your body’s new contours during recovery.
What can I expect from the results?
After a liposuction procedure, patients can expect a noticeable improvement in body contours, with a smoother and more sculpted appearance in the treated areas. As the excess fat is removed, the targeted areas—such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, or arms—are reshaped to enhance your overall physique. Of all the procedures we perform, liposuction has a very high satisfaction rate with very little downtime and virtually minimal scarring.
While results are immediately visible, the final outcome may take a few months to fully materialize as any residual swelling subsides and your body adjusts to its new contours. Most patients find that liposuction not only improves their silhouette but also boosts their confidence and self-esteem. With a healthy lifestyle and regular exercise, the results of liposuction can be long-lasting, helping you enjoy a more balanced and attractive body shape.
What is the recovery time for liposuction?
In general, liposuction is not a painful experience. The procedure feels similar to a deep-body bruise for 3-5 days. Most of our patients are back to work 5 days later, but they wear their garment under their clothes for up to 2-4 weeks.
Following the procedure, you will need to wear a compression garment for approximately 2-6 weeks. Post-operatively, we’ll combine your garment with a postoperative nutritional regimen to decrease your salt intake, increase your protein, and decrease your carbohydrates to optimize your healing and decrease the amount of extra fluid your body will accumulate. Ultimately, these factors will combine to give you the best possible result.
FAQs
Once the fat has been removed with liposuction it won’t come back. As long as your body weight stays the same, the fat will never return to the area it has been removed from. While we do leave some fat cells in the areas that we perform liposuction on, that is a necessity so that you have a smooth, even contour of your skin.
Liposuction can be used to remove localized fat accumulations on almost any area of the body. In most patients multiple areas can be treated in one surgery.
Yes, we find that adding liposuction to breast augmentation, breast lift, or a tummy tuck only enhances the result. When you come in for your personal consultation we will address all of your desires and expectations to make sure we come up with a personalized approach and combination of procedures that give you the best result. Our goal is your goal; giving you the body you always dreamed of.
Request a liposuction consultation in Virginia Beach
Ready to reveal a more sculpted version of yourself? Schedule a liposuction consultation at Galardi | Bowen Plastic Surgery and take the first step toward achieving your ideal body contours. Our expert team is dedicated to helping you enhance your shape and boost your confidence with personalized care and attention. Whether you’re looking to target stubborn fat or refine your physique, liposuction offers transformative results that can help you feel and look your best.
Call us today at 757-496-5556 or fill out the form below to request your consultation. Embrace the opportunity to change your life—your journey to a more confident you starts here!
