Body Contouring Liposuction in Atlanta, GA | Morgan Cosmetic Surgery

Understanding Liposuction: Precision Body Contouring

Liposuction, commonly known as "lipo", is a specialized surgical procedure designed to slim and contour body areas by removing excess fat cells. It is important to understand that liposuction is not a weight loss solution, but a body sculpting technique best suited for patients with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or lower.

Advanced Liposuction Technique

Morgan Cosmetic Surgery utilizes Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) by MicroAire, an innovative system featuring a motorized cannula. This advanced technology enables a precise, reciprocating motion that makes fat removal less traumatic and more controlled.

Key Liposuction Characteristics

• Performed under general anesthesia at an outpatient surgery center
• Maximum safe fat removal is 5 liters per session
• Requires wearing a compression garment for up to 6 weeks
• Initial recovery time of 1-2 weeks

Liposuction and Body Composition

Understanding fat dynamics is crucial after liposuction. If patients lose 5-10 pounds post-procedure, removed fat remains permanently gone. However, maintaining consistent weight is key to preserving results. Weight gain can cause fat redistribution to new body areas.

Skin Considerations

The standard PAL system does not inherently tighten skin. For patients desiring simultaneous skin tightening, radiofrequency treatments or laser liposuction techniques can be recommended as complementary procedures.

Recovery and Results Timeline

• Initial swelling makes area appear larger immediately after surgery
• Approximately 6 weeks: Initial body contouring results become visible
• 6 months: Final, refined results are fully apparent

For more information about Liposuction in Atlanta, GA, submit an enquiry to Morgan Cosmetic Surgery.