Liposculpture

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The Manhattan Liposuction Surgeon, New York Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, David Rapaport, MD performs all liposuction using the tumescent technique. The tumescent technique of liposuction has become, according to most experts, the new gold standard in liposuction. This liposuction technique involves the injection of a dilute solution of lidocaine (a local anesthetic) and epinephrine (a drug which controls bleeding) prior to performing the actual suctioning of the fatty tissue. The suctioning is performed using a 3 to 4 millimeter cannula (metallic rod) inserted via a tiny puncture in the skin. This technique effectively reduces blood loss, allows for increased fat removal and improved sculpting, and speeds recovery. Most of the plastic surgeon’s patients return to work within 3 days following their procedure.

Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction (UAL) involves using a cannula (metal rod) which vibrates at ultrahigh frequency and actually causes fat cells to melt. The liquefied fat is then removed with regular liposuction cannulas. UAL is particularly useful in situations where the area treated is more dense, such as male breasts, or where relatively higher volumes of fat are to be removed. The Manhattan, New York Plastic Surgeon has extensive experience with UAL and utilizes it when he feels it will benefit his  NYC patients.

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Liposculpture is surgery to improve the contour of your body by removing pockets of excess fat from specific areas of the body. “Lipo” originates from Greek word “lipos,” meaning fat. It is also sometimes called as “fat removing” or “suctioning”.

Liposculpture and liposuction are popular types of cosmetic surgery as they help patients better shape their overall body. Body Contouring is becoming increasingly popular as diet and exercise is often not enough for fat removal. In the high growth markets of San Francisco or New York Liposuction is pretty popular; and it is catching up in the relatively smaller cities as well.

However, liposculpture is a serious surgical procedure and involves often reportedly a painful recovery. Hence it is very important to approach a qualified surgeon who is well experienced, capable and understands your specific needs. Don’t go solely by cost, this is a serious operation and needs to be treated as such. But the results can be dramatic, especially in the hands of a skilled plastic surgeon.

Some of the questions you may ask during your initial consultation are :

• How many surgeries have you done?
• Where will be the surgery? Can I see the premises?
• What are the pre-operative procedures and post operation steps?
• Anything specific to my body I need to know?
• Which liposuction procedure will I need?     and so on…

What is important is whether the Liposculpture surgeon you choose is right for you.

Some Things to Consider

• Find out about your surgeons credentials
• Check for testimonials from his/her existing patients
• See the Before/After Photos – was there any work done for your body type?
• Meet the doctor and check out the premises – do you feel comfortable?
• Do you have any special fear? Can you talk it over with the doctor?