Liposuction Baltimore

The number and location of fat cells in your body are largely determined by genetics, while lifestyle choices influence how large those fat cells become. That’s why even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, some areas of stubborn fat can remain resistant to change. Liposuction can target and remove these localized fat deposits to create smoother, more refined body contours.

Some of the key benefits of liposuction include:

• Targeted fat reduction in areas resistant to diet and exercise.
• More balanced, sculpted body contours.
• Improved fit and appearance in clothing.
• Long-lasting results with proper weight maintenance.
• Can be combined with other body contouring procedures for enhanced results.
• Boosted confidence and body image after achieving a more sculpted body shape.
• A finishing touch on weight loss efforts.

Liposuction can be performed on virtually any area of the body, making it a popular procedure for many men and women. Some of the most common treatment areas for liposuction include:

• Chin
• Neck
• Upper arms
• Chest
• Back and bra line
• Buttocks
• Abdomen
• Waist
• Hips
• Thighs
• Knees
• Calves

During your liposuction consultation, you’ll meet with Dr. Chang or Dr. Wang to discuss your goals, areas of concern and what you hope to achieve from surgery. Your plastic surgeon will perform a thorough physical evaluation, review your medical history and discuss your various body contouring options. Together, you’ll develop a personalized surgical plan designed to help you achieve your unique cosmetic goals.

In some cases, your plastic surgeon may recommend combining liposuction with other procedures. In fact, liposuction is one of the most common “partner procedures” because it can be easily added to many other surgeries without affecting the recovery process. Our plastic surgeons commonly use liposuction to enhance the results of tummy tuck surgery, neck lift surgery and mommy makeover procedures, among others.

Once your surgery is scheduled, we will provide you with detailed preoperative instructions to help make your procedure and recovery as smooth and successful as possible. 

In the weeks leading up to your procedure, you may be asked to:

• Maintain a stable, healthy weight.
• Stop smoking and avoid nicotine products to promote proper healing.
• Avoid taking certain medications or supplements that can increase bleeding risk, such as NSAIDs and some vitamins and herbal supplements.
• Arrange for a friend or family member to drive you home after surgery and assist you for at least the first 24 hours.

It’s also important to follow your surgeon’s specific guidelines about eating, drinking or fasting before your procedure. Taking these steps helps to ensure that your surgery goes smoothly and that you’re set up for a comfortable, straightforward recovery.

Because liposuction can be performed on various parts of the body, the recovery process varies from person to person and can depend on the specifics of your treatment. If only a small area is targeted, such as the chin, neck or knees, only 2 or 3 days of downtime may be necessary. Larger areas, such as the abdomen or thighs, may require at least a week of rest and reduced activity at home. Swelling, bruising and discomfort are typical but manageable with medication. Although most people can return to work after 1 week, it may take up to a month before a patient may fully return to his or her regular activities.

You’ll notice an improvement in your body’s shape soon after surgery, though swelling and bruising are normal during the early recovery period and can hide initial results. As swelling gradually subsides over the following weeks, your results will continue to become more visible, revealing a smoother, more sculpted appearance.

Final results typically develop within 3 to 6 months as your body fully heals and residual swelling diminishes. The treated areas will look slimmer and more defined, and clothes should fit more comfortably.

Because liposuction permanently removes fat cells from the treated areas, your results can last for many years. However, maintaining a stable weight through a healthy diet and regular exercise is key, since significant weight gain can cause the remaining fat cells to enlarge, potentially affecting your final outcome.

With healthy lifestyle habits in place, however, liposuction results can be very long-lasting.