Liposuction
Restore the harmony
You may eat healthy, go to the gym, even loose a bit of weight. But there is this stubborn zone of fat that just won’t go away. So frustrating ! Or you like your silhouette, but would love to have a bit more definition. Liposuction is an elegant procedure to give you that extra push to achieve the body you always wanted. It is also a perfect addition to other surgical procedures, such as a tummy tuck, breast reduction, arm lift or thigh lift. With minimal scars and minimal downtime, this procedure has many indications and can improve the aesthetics of a wide range of body areas.
The essentials
Liposuction is a procedure to remove unwanted fat from multiple areas of the body through minimal incisions and create a beautiful, natural silhouette with gentle curves and tightened skin.
Liposuction can give great results both for the reduction of bulging fat and for increased definition of the abdomen, waistline, arms, thighs, neck, and back.
Liposuction can be a surgery on its own or can be a recommended addition to other procedures, such as a tummy tuck, breast reduction, arm lift or thigh lift.
HD liposuction is a state-of-the-art liposuction technique to create athletic, toned bodies.
The suctioned fat can be used to improve the shape and overall aesthetics of other regions of the body, such as the breasts, gluteal region or face.
The best results in liposuction are achieved thanks to a combination of state-of-the-art machines, the power of radio-frequency, an artistic view of the body, patient-tailored post-operative compression protocols and dedicated post-operative care.
The main requirements before planning a liposuction are: a stable weight, a healthy lifestyle, and realistic expectations.
Consider a downtime of 1 week with easy wound care. Avoid physical activity for 6 weeks.
Respect the recovery time well and you will profit from the transformation for the rest of your life.
What is liposuction ?
Liposuction is a procedure with minimal incisions, but with maximal results. Depending on the zone that needs to be treated, a few 3-4mm incisions are needed to infiltrate a mixture of water with adrenaline. This liquid smoothens up the fat to make it softer to be sucked out. At the same time, the adrenaline makes the blood vessels contract to minimise bleeding. Once the fat is infiltrated, I use a variety of different cannulas (these are hollow, metal tubes with different tip shapes and sizes) to remove the excess fat and restore a nice, harmonious contour. To ensure the least amount of bleeding and bruising, I often add another product to the solution that I infiltrate, so you have minimal downtime afterwards. At the end of the surgery, I use a local anaesthetic product to numb te region and keep you comfortable immediately after the surgery.
Several areas of the body can benefit from liposuction. Depending on your wishes and expectations, I am able to give you:
A flatter, more defined abdomen that you will love to show on the beach or just look at in the mirror.
A tighter waistline. without the annoying bulging love handles, and that form the perfect transition between the torso and hips.
A more toned back that respects the natural curves of the body.
Slimmer, defined upper arms that look great in any shirt, tank top, or T-shirt.
Smoothened, slimmed down inner and/or outer thighs that make you want to wear a bikini or short dress again.
A tighter neck, that looks great from any angle and in any picture.
If you already have a fit body, but wish to increase the definition and create a true athletic body, head over to HD liposuction. I have built up an extensive experience in HD liposculpting, by getting extensive training by world pioneers, using the latest techniques and state-of-the-art instruments. Additionally, liposuction forms an integral part of several other surgeries, such as a tummy tuck, breast reduction, arm lift, and thigh lift.
Depending on the goal of the surgery, the suctioned fat is either eliminated or prepared to be used as a natural filling product to accentuate specific areas of the body. This is what we call “lipofilling”. With lipofilling, you can achieve a natural enhancement of the shape and volume of the areas of your choice. Lipofilling is useful for:
Enhancing the breast volume and shape (see Breast augmentation)
Improvement of the gluteal projection and hip width (see Brazilian Butt Lift)
Facial rejuvenation and enhancement of the cheekbones, eyebrows and lips (see Facial lipofilling)
The pre-operative design is very specific to your body type. I apply a very patient-tailored approach for this type of surgery. During the consultation, I will explain to you the procedure in more detail, with pictures and photographs, as well as which scars to expect and the post-operative care that will be needed. You can expect a down time of 1 week, with light dressings. In addition, the compression garments have to be worn for 6 to 12 weeks to get the best results.
Liposuction aims to remove unwanted fat and improve your body shape through small incisions and by using specialised liposuction cannulas.
A variety of cannulas are used to achieve the best results.
Liposuction can be indicated for a variety of body areas.
How can I give you the best results ?
Liposuction is that kind of procedure that can give you amazing results, but may also cause troubles and concerns. Although it seems like a fairly straightforward procedure, there are several things that need to be taken into account to minimise the risks and maximise the end result. That is why I spent an additional training in a highly specialised center in Marbella to learn all the tips, tricks, techniques and post-operative care that are needed to give you the results you are aiming for. My goal is not only to offer you what you ask, but go the extra mile and make you feel surprised and excited about your new body. That is why it was so important for me to learn all there is to know about liposuction. This includes:
The use of specialised liposuction machines: Although there are numerous devices on the market, I went for one specific machine. To give you the best results, I need a machine that gives me more control during surgery, reduces the risk of irregularities after surgery, and works in an efficient way to limit the anaesthesia time and get you on your feet as quickly as possible.
The use of radio-frequency devices for optimal skin tightening: Radio-frequency devices are state-of-the-art technology that give amazing results when added to liposuction. Whereas traditional liposuction may leave you with some saggy, loose skin, the use of radio-frequency allows me to not only remove even more fat, but also enhance skin contraction and tightness. The synergistic effect between liposuction and radio-frequency truly is the perfect marriage and I highly recommend it for most patients. Read more about radio-frequency here.
Tactical placement of the incisions: Although the incisions are limited and very small, the goal in aesthetic surgery is always to perfect every detail of the surgery. The same is true for the incision placement. I choose the optimal incision location and use specialised liposuction cannulas to give me access to every zone of your body. This results in the least number of incisions, located in well-hidden areas of your body.
The use of very specialised compression garments after the surgery: I work together with an international company that produces high-quality, comfortable compression garments that are specifically designed for each body part. Compression after the surgery is an essential part of the post-operative care to ensure optimal skin contraction and give the best results.
Modern additional treatment technologies to limit downtime and improve surgical outcome: I am a big fan of every modern piece of technology that can add to a better patient experience. At the practice, I therefore use a few additional devices that are a true game-changer with regards to post-operative care. Depending on the type of machine, I am able to resolve the most common side effects (such as small burns or skin discolouration), further improve skin tightening, or enhance body definition. The use of these devices is of course case by case dependent.
What are the benefits of liposuction ?
Liposuction has of course one main goal: to remove excess volume without major incisions. However, the way I approach it is different. I am a firm believer in the use of additional technologies to not only remove excess volume, but to tackle your fatty tissue, skin, and overal body contour. Any plastic surgeon can perform a simple liposuction, but it requires vision, technique, state-of-the-art technology, and high quality post-operative care to give you more than what you expect. The goals that I aim for and the benefits that you will have, are the following:
Improved body shape and contour
Smooth curves and restored body proportions
Tightened skin that follows your improved body silhouette
Better clothes fitting
Barely visible scars
Minimal downtime
Boost in self-confidence
Motivational results to maintain a healthy lifestyle
Are you a good candidate for liposuction ?
Patient selection is crucial for achieve the best results. This is true for every kind of surgery, but even more so in liposuction. Although there are a variety of indications and reasons to perform a liposuction, there are also limits. There are several factors that play a role, including your expectations, your current body weight, your skin laxity, your target zones, and your lifestyle. It is very important to realise that liposuction is not a way to loose weight. However, it is a surgical procedure that can reduce the excess volume in targeted areas to overall improve body contour and shape. To maintain a long-lasting result, your lifestyle should be optimised so you can enjoy the results of your surgery for years to come. So according to my view, you are a good candidate for liposuction if:
You have a stable body weight with a BMI below 32 (maximum 35, if in conjunction with an excisional procedure)
You maintain a healthy lifestyle
You wish to improve your body contour in certain areas that are difficult to slim down with exercise and diet
You wish to have an additional procedure, such as a breast reduction or tummy tuck, and would love a better harmony of your body overall
You are motivated to maintain keeping sport and diet into your daily routine to ensure long-lasting results
You have realistic expectations
If you recognise some of these signs, I recommend you to plan a consultation in order to see how we can improve your body shape and bring a positive impact to your life.
