Liposuction
in Memphis
Advanced Modern Liposuction
Why Choose Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis for Liposuction?
At Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis (PSG), we understand that achieving your ideal body shape can be challenging, even with diet and exercise. Our board-certified plastic surgeons specialize in advanced liposuction techniques, including power-assisted liposuction and skin tightening with BodyTite, FaceTite and AccuTite. With years of experience and a commitment to personalized care, we offer tailored solutions to help you achieve your desired contours.
For individuals who have maintained a steady and healthy weight over an extended period but face persistent irritation and embarrassment due to stubborn excess fat deposits, our Memphis liposuction is an effective and transformative solution.
The board-certified plastic surgeons at the Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis consistently help their patients achieve their aesthetic goals through the effective application of liposuction. View our Before and After galleries at the bottom of the page!
Liposuction at a glance
- Purpose: Remove stubborn fat deposits
- Procedure Time: 1-3 hours, depending on areas treated
- Recovery: 1-2 weeks for most activities
- Results: Visible immediately, final results in 3-6 months
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Liposuction Before & Afters
Sculpting Your Silhouette
What is liposuction?
Liposuction is a surgical procedure targeting specific areas of the body, breaking up and permanently removing fat cells. This results in a transformative change, refining the body's shape for a leaner and more streamlined appearance in the chosen areas. It is important to note that liposuction is not intended for weight loss; weight management should be addressed through diet, exercise, or specialized weight loss surgical procedures.
At Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis, we offer traditional and advanced power-assisted liposuction and skin-tightening with BodyTite, FaceTite, and AccuTite. These innovative methods remove fat and tighten the skin, providing more comprehensive body contouring results.
BodyTite
BodyTite is an advanced body contouring procedure combining radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis (RFAL) and traditional liposuction. It simultaneously liquefies fat and tightens skin, providing more comprehensive results than traditional liposuction alone.
FaceTite
It's designed to address signs of aging in the lower face and neck area.
AccuTite
AccuTite is an advanced, minimally invasive facial rejuvenation procedure that uses radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis (RFAL) technology. It’s designed to address signs of aging along the lower face and jowls.
Confident Curves
What is the liposuction procedure like?
On the day of your procedure, our experienced surgeons will begin by making small incisions in the targeted areas. We then insert a thin tube called a cannula to break up and suction out the excess fat. For power-assisted liposuction with BodyTite or FaceTite, we use radiofrequency energy to liquefy fat and tighten skin simultaneously, enhancing your results.
Depending on the extent of treatment, the procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Our team prioritizes your comfort and safety throughout the process.
Beyond the Bulge
What conditions does liposuction address?
Liposuction effectively addresses stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. Common treatment areas include:
- Abdomen and waistline
- Thighs and hips
- Arms and back
- Chin and neck (often using FaceTite)
- Chest (for men with gynecomastia)
Our surgeons will assess your concerns and create a personalized treatment plan to achieve your desired results.
The Power of Precision
What Areas Can Be Addressed with Liposuction?
Liposuction can be performed on various areas of the body where excess fat accumulates.
Liposuction at the Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis is a treatment that can be effective for many areas of the body, including the:
- Abdomen
- Back
- Flanks
- Hips
- Thighs
- Knees
- Arms
- Neck
While it's most commonly used on the abdomen, thighs, and hips, our advanced techniques allow us to target smaller areas like the chin and neck with precision.
Targeted Fat Removal
What are the benefits of liposuction?
Liposuction at the Plastic Surgery of Memphis stands out as a highly favored cosmetic surgery among patients due to its proven effectiveness and a range of substantial advantages. Among these are:
- Permanently removes fat cells from a target area.
- Removes fat cells that have resisted diet and exercise.
- Enhances your appearance and how others may look at you.
- Safely and effectively removes fat.
- Increase motivation to stay healthy and maintain your new contours.
- Boosts self-confidence.
- Targeted fat removal for improved body contours
- Boost in self-confidence and body image
- Long-lasting results with proper diet and exercise
- Versatility in treating multiple areas in one session
- Minimal scarring due to small incisions
With BodyTite and FaceTite, you also benefit from skin tightening, which can enhance your overall results.
Sleeker Curves for Men & Women
Am I a candidate for liposuction?
Ideal liposuction candidates are adults close to their ideal body weight but struggle with stubborn fat deposits. You should be in good overall health, have realistic expectations, and maintain a stable weight. During your consultation at Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis, our board-certified surgeons will evaluate your health history and aesthetic goals to determine if liposuction is right for you. There are limitations depending on your weight.
More than anything, the best candidates have common aesthetic concerns that can be resolved from lipo. Remember, liposuction surgery does not solve weight problems or the appearance of cellulite. However, both can be positively affected by this procedure.
Not everyone should undergo lipo. The best candidates have the following characteristics:
- They are at a healthy weight that can be sustained
- They have realistic goals for contouring their body.
- Diets and exercise have been unable to get rid of the fat
- They don't smoke
On the Mend
Liposuction Recovery
Recovery from liposuction, particularly when using advanced techniques like BodyTite, FaceTite and AccuTite, is typically straightforward and relatively quick compared to more invasive procedures. Here's what you can expect during your recovery period:
BodyTite Recovery
After a BodyTite procedure, most patients experience minimal downtime. You may notice some swelling, bruising, and discomfort in the treated areas, but these effects are usually manageable with over-the-counter pain medication. Here's a general timeline:
- First 24-48 hours: Rest is crucial. You may experience some drainage from the incision sites, which is normal.
- First week: Most patients can return to light activities and desk jobs. Wear your compression garment as directed to reduce swelling and support healing.
- 1-2 weeks: Bruising and swelling begin to subside. You can gradually increase your activity level.
- 3-6 weeks: Continue wearing your compression garment. Most patients can resume more strenuous activities and exercise.
- 3-6 months: Final results become apparent as all swelling resolves.
FaceTite / AccuTite Recovery
FaceTite / AccuTite recovery is often even quicker than BodyTite, given the smaller treatment area:
- First 24-48 hours: You may experience mild swelling and numbness. Use cold compresses to manage discomfort.
- First week: Most patients can return to work and normal activities. Any visible effects can usually be covered with makeup after 5-7 days.
- 1-2 weeks: Swelling continues to subside, and you'll start to see improvements in your facial contours.
- 3-6 weeks: Continue to protect your skin from sun exposure. Most patients have fully recovered by this point.
- 3-6 months: Final results become visible as the skin tightens.
For both procedures, our Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis team provides comprehensive aftercare instructions. We recommend:
- Wearing compression garments as directed
- Avoiding strenuous activities for the recommended period
- Staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy diet
- Attending all follow-up appointments
Remember, everyone's recovery is unique. Our experienced surgeons will create a personalized recovery plan based on your specific procedure and individual needs. We're committed to supporting you throughout your recovery journey to ensure optimal results and your comfort.
Customized Curves
Liposuction Results
After liposuction, you'll notice an immediate change in your body contours, but the final results become apparent as swelling subsides over the following months. Most patients see their final results within 3-6 months. The fat cells removed during liposuction do not regenerate, so the results can be long-lasting with a healthy lifestyle. Many patients report increased confidence and satisfaction with their body shape long after the procedure.
Liposuction
Frequently Asked Questions
Liposuction is NOT a weight loss solution but rather a body contouring procedure. It's best for removing stubborn fat deposits in specific areas.
The amount of fat removed varies depending on the individual and the treatment area. Our surgeons prioritize safety and natural-looking results over maximum fat removal.
Traditional liposuction does not tighten skin, but our BodyTite,FaceTite and AccuTite treatments offer skin-tightening benefits and fat removal.
While the treated fat cells are permanently removed, the remaining fat cells can still enlarge with weight gain. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your results.
Power-assisted liposuction, like BodyTite,FaceTite and AccuTite, uses radiofrequency energy to liquefy fat and tighten skin, potentially leading to smoother results and quicker recovery.
We typically recommend wearing the compression garment for 4-6 weeks to minimize swelling and support optimal healing.
While non-surgical fat reduction treatments are available, liposuction typically provides more dramatic and precise results.
An advantageous aspect of undergoing liposuction is the ability to combine it with various other procedures, maximizing your overall results. Procedures that can be combined with liposuction include:
- The Mommy Makeover: This term broadly encompasses several procedures consolidated into a single session, commonly sought after pregnancy-induced changes to the body. Mommy Makeovers may involve additional enhancements such as tummy tucks, breast augmentation, and butt lifts.
- Abdominoplasty: Often called a tummy tuck, this procedure is frequently performed with liposuction. Liposuction is employed to extract fat from the abdomen, while the tummy tuck focuses on removing excess skin and repairing abdominal muscles. The combined effect results in a slender and firmer abdomen. It's important to note that there is no "Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck" dilemma, as they serve different purposes. Instead, liposuction complements the outcomes of a tummy tuck by addressing fat removal in the targeted area.
- Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation: Liposuction can be utilized by extracting fat from a designated area and subsequently injecting it into the breasts for augmentation. This process, known as fat transfer breast augmentation, not only trims the chosen area but also enhances the size of your bust.
- Butt Lifts: Likewise, liposuction can be employed to remove fat from one body area and then injected into the buttocks for reshaping. This mirrors the concept of fat transfer breast augmentation, where slimming occurs in one area while enhancing another—in this instance, the buttocks.
The primary distinction between liposuction and weight loss surgery lies in their purposes. Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that eliminates existing fat cells but doesn't prevent their potential return. Essentially, liposuction alters the contours of your body by suctioning out fat.
In contrast, weight loss surgery is intended to restrict food intake by reducing stomach size. Approval for this surgery involves a lifestyle change, and the process entails several steps.
A personal consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons is the first step for anyone considering liposuction. During this meeting, one of our surgeons will assess your physical and emotional health and discuss your specific goals for surgery.
They will explain the body contouring methods that may be most appropriate for you. Suggestions for other procedures may also be discussed. Liposuction is not a treatment for weight loss or a substitute for diet and exercise. It also does not treat cellulite or loose, saggy skin. We will work with you to recommend the procedure that is right for you and will come closest to producing the desired body contour.
Liposuction should be done for you and no one else. Liposuction may be a good option if:
- You are bothered by fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise.
- You are within 30% of your ideal weight.
- You are a non-smoker.
- You do not have a life-threatening illness or medical conditions that could impair healing.
- You have firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone.
- You have specific, realistic goals and a positive outlook.
To book your Memphis liposuction consult, call your Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis team at 901-295-7478 to start your journey!
Before & After Photos
