Liposuction is one of the most popular and fastest growing procedures in plastic surgery. It is the most popular plastic surgery procedure among men. There is good reason for this increase in popularity. Liposuction is safe, has a short recovery time and produces great results for people who have exhausted other alternatives.

To be a good candidate for liposuction, you must have realistic expectations about what the procedure can do for you. It's important to understand that liposuction can enhance your appearance and self confidence, however it should not be considered a substitute for weight loss. Rather, the best results are obtained when it is undertaken in conjunction with a commitment to a healthy diet and a regular routine of exercise.

The technique that Dr. LeTard uses can best be described as Liposculpture. It is a highly refined method of sculpting tissue to achieve the desired body contour. To accomplish this, Dr. LeTard uses the Tumescent Technique and Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL). By using these methods, Dr. LeTard is able to essentially sculpt the tissue into the desired contour.

You may be a good candidate for liposuction if you have excess fat or desire contouring in any of the following areas:

• Abdomen and Waist
• Inner and Outer Thighs
• Cheeks, Jowls and Neck
• Hips and Buttocks
• Inner Knees
• Upper Arms
• Back
• Lovehandles

Liposuction can be performed on several areas of the body at the same time, and, in certain cases, can also be done in conjunction with other aesthetic procedures. Because of individual physical factors, not everyone will achieve the same results from liposuction. Dr. LeTard will take into consideration your unique characteristics in determining the most effective treatment for you.

To determine if you are an appropriate candidate for liposuction, please call and make an appointment.

The Procedure

Dr. LeTard performs liposuction with patients under intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. Through few inconspicuously placed incisions, he first infuses the tissue with a dilute solution (Tumescent Technique) and then uses fine cannulas to remove the fat.

Recovery

Recovering from liposuction varies from patient to patient and upon the extent of the procedure. There is always swelling that develops after surgery and often some bruising as well. Following surgery our patients are given a light compressive garment to wear over the treated area. This is worn continuously for 4 to 6 weeks. Bruises usually resolve within 7 to 10 days. The swelling resolves gradually. By the third week following surgery, the swelling has diminished enough for the results to start to show. However, the results will continue to improve as the remainder of the swelling resolves.

Results

The results following liposuction are among the most satisfying in plastic surgery. As the swelling subsides the patient's new shape becomes increasingly apparent. As there is a fixed number of fat cells in adults, this change is permanent. It is important to keep in mind that while this change is permanent, gaining a significant amount of weight will jeopardize the results.

Follow Up

Following a liposuction procedure, Dr. LeTard will regularly see patients to help ensure a smooth recovery and follow their progress for an extended period. Dr. LeTard and his staff at Plastic Surgery Consultants are committed to his patient's care and well being and are available to patients for any future needs they may have.