Body Contouring Liposuction in Bluffton | Aaron Mason, MD

Understanding Liposuction: Body Reshaping in Bluffton

A fit and well-proportioned body represents health and vitality. Despite good health and fitness, some individuals experience disproportionate body contours due to localized fat deposits, often resulting from hereditary factors rather than lack of diet or exercise.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty or suction lipectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to remove localized excess fatty tissue. The technique focuses on slimming and reshaping specific body areas, improving overall body contours and proportion.

Liposuction Techniques

• Traditional liposuction: Surgical suctioning of excess fat deposits
• Tumescent technique: Infusion of saline solution with adrenaline and potential anesthetic
• Ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty (UAL): Ultrasonic energy liquefies fat prior to surgical suctioning

Treatable Body Areas

• Cheeks, chin, and neck
• Hips and buttocks
• Upper arms
• Thighs
• Breast or chest area
• Inner knee
• Back
• Calves and ankles
• Abdomen and waist

Ideal Liposuction Candidates

The best candidates for liposuction are healthy adults within 30% of their ideal weight, featuring firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone. Specific criteria include:

• Healthy individuals without life-threatening illnesses
• Non-smokers
• Individuals with specific body contouring goals

Procedure Considerations

Liposuction is a highly personalized surgical procedure requiring careful evaluation of individual concerns, skin tone, fat distribution, and potential techniques. The process involves making small incisions for cannula insertion and fat removal using surgical vacuum or manual suctioning.

Important Notes

Liposuction is not a weight loss solution or cellulite treatment. It is a body contouring method best suited for targeting specific, diet-resistant fat deposits. Patients should maintain realistic expectations and commit to a healthy lifestyle post-procedure.

For more information about Liposuction in Bluffton, submit an enquiry to Aaron Mason, MD.