Liposuction

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Liposuction, Miami, FL, Dr. Oliver Chang

Liposuction is a body-contouring procedure that can redefine your silhouette by removing stubborn deposits of fat from the body, face, arms, legs, breasts, male chest, and more. This procedure features a small, suctioning cannula that can precisely pull fat from nearly any region, allowing you to achieve the slender, sculpted shape of your dreams! (1)

Dr. Oliver Chang of OC Plastic Surgery is a nationally recognized, double board-certified plastic and general surgeon. Dr. Chang has more than 15 years of experience, has trained at some of the leading institutions in the world, and is board-certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Each of these experiences demonstrates his high level of technical skills, expertise, and dedication to helping his patients. By working with Dr. Chang, you feel confident knowing that you are under the care of one of Miami’s leading liposuction experts.

If you are ready to get started and schedule a consultation with Dr. Chang, please contact us online or call (786) 254-3975.

About Liposuction

Liposuction, or a suction-assisted lipectomy, is a revolutionary procedure that can accentuate your figure’s natural curves by removing unwanted fat deposits.

With liposuction, Dr. Chang can refine your silhouette and elevate your unique proportions, restoring the harmony and balance across your entire body. Beyond aesthetic improvements, liposuction provides an opportunity for you to rediscover your self-assuredness and embrace a more vibrant lifestyle.

You do not have to feel frustrated with your figure when you can discover the artistry of body contouring with liposuction, a transformative experience that goes beyond the ordinary, empowering you to live confidently and beautifully.

Benefits

Liposuction offers more than just a physical transformation. When undergoing this procedure, you can enjoy the following benefits for yourself:

  • Targeted Removal: Dr. Chang can precisely eliminate fat from nearly any region, including more delicate or hard-to-reach areas.
  • Seamless Results: Dr. Chang removes fat with a focus on harmonizing with surrounding features. You will emerge from treatment with smooth, flowing contours.
  • Elevated Proportions: Liposuction can restore the balance between the treated areas and the remainder of your figure.
  • Tailored Procedure Plans: Dr. Chang personalizes each liposuction procedure according to your personal anatomy and aesthetic goals.
  • Enhanced Confidence: Transforming your silhouette can help you redefine your confidence and help you feel empowered by your own appearance.

Candidates

It may be time to consider liposuction if stubborn, diet-resistant deposits of fat in your midsection, extremities, chest, face or elsewhere are degrading your natural appearance and physique and becoming a source of frustration.

To undergo this procedure, you should be in good general health and hold realistic expectations regarding your results. It is important that you lead a nicotine-free life, or are willing to quit smoking at least four weeks before the procedure. (2) As this is a contouring procedure, you will also need to be at a stable or maintainable weight and have good skin elasticity. Dr. Chang will finalize your candidacy when he meets with you for your consultation.

Personal Consultation

Your personal consultation is your opportunity to learn more about liposuction and how it may help you achieve your goal silhouette. During this meeting, you and Dr. Chang will discuss several topics. He will explain how he performs liposuction, the areas he can treat, and the benefits and limitations of the procedure. He will ask you about your medical history, discuss your personal concerns, and learn more about your ideal aesthetic. He will also perform a physical examination to assess your fat distribution and skin quality.

Using this information, Dr. Chang will then design a surgical plan that is exclusive to your anatomy and your personal goals.

To schedule this private consultation with Dr. Chang, please contact us online or call (786) 254-3975.

Preparation

Before you undergo your procedure, you may need to prepare by making certain lifestyle changes. To help you, Dr. Chang will give you a set of detailed pre-operative instructions, which may direct you to:

  • With the proper medical guidance, refrain from taking any medications or supplements with blood-thinning or antiplatelet properties.
  • Prepare to take time away from your professional responsibilities, personal commitments, and social activities.
  • Have a trusted friend or relative drive you home after your procedure, and if needed, stay with you for your first night of recovery.
  • Acquire any medications or prescriptions that you will need for your recovery.
  • Avoid consuming any nicotine or alcohol in the weeks before your procedure, as well as the weeks following it.

Dr. Chang also believes that the best results come from a proper foundation. He encourages exercise and other healthy habits ahead of your procedure. He also highly encourages building lean muscle, especially if you are on a weight loss journey. This will build a better foundation for ideal liposuction results, and the skin becomes tighter with slow, progressive weight loss prior to liposuction.

Procedure

Your procedure will begin with Dr. Chang cleansing and sanitizing your skin. After this step, you will receive general anesthesia to keep you comfortably asleep throughout treatment. Dr. Chang will then make a small incision near your targeted treatment area to access the underlying fat deposits. Through this incision, he will inject a tumescent solution, containing epinephrine, lidocaine, and saline, which will minimize bleeding and make the fat easier to remove.

He will then insert a thin suctioning cannula to break down the fat and suction it out. Through this process, he will carefully resculpt and recontour your figure to accentuate your natural curves.

After achieving your desired silhouette, he will carefully suture each incision shut. His team will then transfer you to a recovery suite to rest for a brief period of time.

Recovery

After your liposuction procedure, you will need to take some time to focus on yourself and your recovery. You can expect to experience some swelling, bruising, or tenderness around the treated areas. These effects will subside on their own as you continue to heal, but you can also manage them with plenty of rest and/or prescription medication. Dr. Chang may also provide you with a compression garment to wear, which will help prevent further swelling.

You will be able to return to most of your routine after resting for one to two weeks. However, you will need to avoid anything strenuous or physically demanding until Dr. Chang gives clearance.

Dr. Chang will provide you with a set of written instructions to help guide you through the phases of your recovery. By following each one, you can ensure a smooth, safe, and quick return.

Results

After recovering, you will be able to experience your full, refined results. Your liposuction procedure will reveal the natural contours and curves of your silhouette, which will appear more slender and alluring. The targeted areas will appear more balanced and proportionate to the rest of your body, free from asymmetry and irregularities. Beyond physical transformations, liposuction can also elevate your sense of self-confidence and lead to a more empowered lifestyle.

The results of your liposuction procedure will be long-lasting, with effects that you can enjoy for several years to come. To best preserve your renewed appearance, Dr. Chang recommends that you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Continuing to develop muscle, exercising regularly, and maintaining a stable weight will prevent surrounding fat cells from enlarging, keep the skin tight, and preserve your muscular foundation and definition.

Fat Grafting

Liposuction and fat grafting go hand in hand. As Dr. Chang removes fat from one area of the body, he obtains what many surgeons now consider to be the ideal filler medium. (3) Autologous fat, or fat from your own body, is readily available, completely biocompatible, and can enhance various features without a risk of rejection or allergic reaction. Dr. Chang can use this fat to enhance muscle definition, augment the breasts, increase buttock volume, smooth facial irregularities, and more. This process also provides the dual benefit of enhancing one area while reducing another. If you are interested, Dr. Chang can help you explore these possibilities during your consultation.

Skin Tightening After Liposuction

Unfortunately, a very common effect of liposuction is skin laxity. After removing fat, the skin does not always tightly conform to its new reduced volume (which is why having good skin laxity is so important). However, Dr. Chang offers several energy-based devices that can tighten the skin without increasing your downtime. A few options include:

  • VASER Liposuction: Standing for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance, this advanced liposuction technology emits ultrasonic waves during treatment. This helps to liquefy the fat, making for a smoother, less traumatic removal, and it stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin.
  • Renuvion/J Plasma: This treatment uses helium plasma to emit heat into the treatment area, which stimulates collagen production and tightens connective tissues.
  • Morpheus8: Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy. As microneedles make tiny, precise punctures in the treatment area, RF energy heats the underlying tissues. The RF energy stimulates collagen and elastin production, and the gentle punctures prompt the body to enter a healing phase, which also stimulates collagen and elastin production. As this tightens the skin, it also helps to enhance dermal quality and complexion.

Cost of Liposuction in Miami

Dr. Chang will discuss your financial obligations with you once he has met with you in person. This is because the cost of your liposuction procedure will vary depending on various factors, such as the amount of fat that Dr. Chang removes, the areas he treats, and the overall complexity of your procedure. He also offers financing for those who qualify.

For more information, please request a consultation online or call (786) 254-3975 to reach our Miami office.

FAQ

What areas can liposuction treat?

Dr. Chang can address nearly any region with enough fat. These include regions such as your torso, appendages, breasts, face, the male chest, and more.

Can liposuction help me lose weight?

No, liposuction is a body-contouring procedure, not a weight-loss one. Prospective patients should already be at a stable weight and have good skin elasticity to ensure attractive, harmonious, and long-lasting results.

Will my liposuction procedure leave scars?

Although Dr. Chang takes great care when placing every incision, each surgical procedure will carry some degree of scarring. Liposuction leaves fairly minimal scarring, which will fade on its own as you continue to recover.

How much fat will Dr. Chang remove with liposuction?

The amount of fat Dr. Chang removes will vary depending on your anatomy and the concerns you want him to address. During your consultation, he will discuss the details of your treatment plan more thoroughly once he has a chance to meet with you.

How will I know if I qualify for liposuction?

Attending a personal consultation is the best way to confirm whether or not liposuction is right for you. Here, Dr. Chang will ask you about your medical history, listen to your concerns, converse about your goals, and examine your natural anatomy. He will then take these details and either create your treatment plan or suggest a suitable alternative that can help produce similar results.

References

  1. Wu S, Coombs DM, Gurunian R. Liposuction: Concepts, safety, and techniques in body-contouring surgery. Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. 2020;87(6):367-375. doi:https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.87a.19097
  2. Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/
  3. Shauly O, Gould DJ, Ghavami A. Fat Grafting: Basic Science, Techniques, and Patient Management. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open. 2022;10(3):e3987. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/gox.0000000000003987