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We all have them — those small pockets of fat that just won’t go away no matter how hard we diet and exercise. Luckily, liposuction is a minimally invasive treatment that removes unwanted fat from almost any area of the body, including the abdomen, buttocks, cheeks, chin, hips, knees, neck, thighs, and upper arms. This procedure is expertly performed at Sieber Plastic Surgery.
Liposuction is not a weight loss technique, it is a body contouring technique that specifically targets fatty bulges to sculpt and re-contour the affected areas so that they are more proportional to the rest of your body.* The result is a firmer, leaner, younger looking you.*
Liposuction surgery can be used as a stand-alone procedure or in combination with another cosmetic procedure such as abdominoplasty, neck lift, face lift, or other body contouring procedures.
The best candidate for liposuction surgery is physically healthy, and within 10 lbs. of his goal weight, but with areas of excess fat that are simply resistant to regular diet and exercise.
During your liposuction procedure, Dr. Sieber will make a series of small incisions in the areas being treated. A fluid is then placed through these incisions to both numb the area and make removal of the fat easier with a narrow, blunt-tipped tube called a cannula. Once your ideal contour has been achieved, the incisions are closed with sutures which will be removed in the office one week after surgery.
As with any major surgery, all medications and supplements which cause an increased risk of bleeding should be stopped 2 weeks prior to surgery. Please see our list of medications and supplements to avoid. As always, make sure to check with your doctor before stopping any medications.
Most patients experience a quick recovery after liposuction surgery. Here’s what you can expect while you are healing.
First, you will be placed in a foam vest and compression suit to help reduce the accumulation of fluid beneath the skin where fat was removed. The vest and compression suit must be worn 24 hours a day for the first month. After that, the foam vest can be removed, and a tighter compression is to be worn for 12 hours a day (day or night) for another two months.
You will have two drainage tubes (one in front and one in back), which will be removed seven to 10 days after surgery. All patients should start receiving lymphatic drainage massages starting the day after surgery.
Common symptoms after traditional surgical liposuction include: Swelling, Bruising, Minimal pain (controllable with medication)
Most patients are ready to return to work within five to seven days, particularly those who work desk jobs. It may take three to six months for all swelling to resolve completely.
Best Plastic Surgeon
Focusing on cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body, San Francisco Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Sieber is a board-certified plastic surgeons in the San Francisco Bay Area with specialized fellowship training in cosmetic surgery. He has completed further training in the latest non-surgical procedures including dermal fillers, botulinum toxins, and laser skin rejuvenation.
Liposuction for men is a popular cosmetic procedure designed to remove stubborn fat from areas like the abdomen, love handles, chest, and back. Men often struggle with fat deposits that don’t respond to diet or exercise, and liposuction offers a precise, effective solution.
Dr. Sieber customizes each treatment to match the patient’s body goals and ensures natural-looking, masculine results. The overall cost of male liposuction depends on factors such as the number of areas treated, the complexity of the procedure, and anesthesia fees. During your consultation, Dr. Sieber will provide a detailed breakdown of your personalized treatment plan and associated costs.
Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. It’s a body contouring procedure that will remove stubborn pockets of fat and help your clothes fit better, but most patients do not lose any significant amount of weight from liposuction.
The amount of skin contraction which occurs after liposuction surgery is going to be dependent on your age and the quality of your skin.* Healthy skin usually contracts after surgery. During your initial consultation, Dr. Sieber will access your anatomy as well as your skin to tell you whether or not he feels that liposuction will be able to meet your goals or if you’ll need additional surgery to remove and contour any excess skin.
Though liposuction removes your fatty tissue, gaining a significant amount of weight after surgery will adversely affect your results since you will regain fatty tissue proportionally throughout your body. Liposuction results are best maintained by those patients who eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and maintain a stable weight.*
To find out more about a liposuction for men surgery with San Francisco Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Sieber, call us today at 415-915-9000.
References
https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/liposuction
*Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person. Editorial content, before and after images, and patient testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of specific results.
