Tumescent Liposuction

The Tumescent Liposuction technique has been widely popularized over the last several years as a logical progression from older liposuction procedures. The injection of a large volume of dilute local anesthetic (lidocaine) with very dilute adrenaline, to eliminate blood loss, has allowed safe and comfortable, large volume liposuction in our office. Thin syringe suction tubes (cannulae) are used to sculpt and remove the fat accurately and artistically. For most patients this procedure is accomplished with local anesthesia alone, although sedation is added when necessary. Since there is minimal bleeding with this technique, there is minimal bruising, swelling, or pain, and the results are evident much more quickly.

Patients are ready to leave the office almost immediately after surgery, shower at 24-48 hours, and return to work in a few days, with exercise at 2 weeks. A stylish compression garment is generally required for two to three weeks after surgery, limiting swelling and helping shape.

Tumescent Liposuction may be applied to many sites of the body including: Face and Neck, Abdomen (often with Mini Tummy Tuck), Hip/flank area, and Thigh/Buttocks areas. Other sites include the Male Pectoral / Breast area, arms, knees and calves. Combining Tumescent Liposuction with Mini Tummy Tuck is very useful to correct some of the undesirable skin and fat distribution changes following pregnancy.