Abdomen, Belly Fat Removal Flanks Liposuction

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Abdomen Waist Flanks Liposuction Before & After Results

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Can I Get Abdomen Liposuction?

Many people may have the false assumption that belly fat removal is specifically for the morbidly obese, but this is not the case. People who have areas of fat they’ve not been able to “crunch off” may also choose fat removal surgery as a fix.

The licensed plastic surgeon at Millennial Plastic Surgery in New York City has extensive experience working with patients of all body types. Your goals guide the treatment plan, while your surgical team provides clear, realistic expectations about potential outcomes before and after abdominal liposuction. This patient-centered approach helps your plastic surgeon to ensure informed decisions and confidence in your care.

We can’t wait to meet you! We offer comprehensive consultations with Dr. Shokrian, and his team both virtually and in person.

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What Is Flank Liposuction?

Flanks are those areas that run around your sides. Your flanks include the upper part of your abdomen and your back. Flank liposuction is a procedure to remove the fat deposits stored around your stomach area to give you a thinner, slimmer shape. It’s your abs, your abdominal muscles, that often don’t respond to diet and exercise as much as you’d like. Abdomen liposuction can be a quick goodbye to the belly fat you’ve always wanted gone. Reasons you may need a little extra help for belly fat reduction include:

1. Genetics
2. Improper or irregular exercise routines
3. Specific diets that may limit certain nutrients

Some people find that while their belly remains fairly flat, fat seems to like to hang out in the infamous love-handles, which may be the only area you really need lipo. Lipo of flanks is available to smooth out your waist area and finally erase the annoying fat that no amount of exercise seems to touch.

During this procedure, the unwanted fat is suctioned out through small tubes inserted under the skin. Talk about an instant fix. This procedure can be life changing for those who have struggled for years to achieve the shape they want.

How Should I Prepare for My Belly Fat Reduction?

The pre-op directions for belly fat reduction and lower abdomen liposuction follow a few basic steps.

In the few weeks before body cosmetic surgery, maintain a healthy diet and activity level. Also, take care of your mental health before surgery.

• Check in with your doctor. It’s comforting to know that you and your surgeon are on the same page when it comes to the details of the procedure and your expected results.
• Refrain from smoking. If you do use tobacco, quit at least two weeks before your liposuction. Smoking can cause a lot of nasty complications during and after surgery, including blood clots, increased pain and thicker scars.
• Avoid anti-inflammatories. Anti-inflammatory drugs, blood thinners or any other over-the-counter supplements can interfere with medicine given to you during surgery and may cause excessive bleeding and pain. Your doctor may advise you to refrain from taking certain medications two to three weeks before surgery if it’s safe to do so.
• Be aware of the risks. As with any surgery, liposuction of the lower abdomen comes with some risks. Wrinkled areas of skin may remain, depending on your skin’s elasticity. Other risks may include contour irregularities, asymmetry, fluid accumulation, numbness of the waist area, infection, and the possible need for a touch-up procedure.

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How Does Liposuction Work?

After a consultation with your plastic NYC surgeon to ensure you’re a good candidate, you can plan a date for the surgery. The procedural steps usually include:

• Anesthesia to ensure you don’t feel any pain or discomfort
• An incision or multiple small incisions
• A small tube called a cannula inserted under the skin on your abdomen, lower abdomen or into the deep fat pockets of your waist
• Unwanted fat suctioned out as your NYC doctor moves the cannula back and forth to loosen up excess fat, making it easier to remove
• Incisions closed, allowing the healing process to begin

A liposuction procedure can take up to four hours.

Although rates of recovery differ depending on how much fat is removed, as well as your body’s own response to surgery, most people are able to return to light, non-physical work after a few days. Full recovery takes up to six months. You may notice lumps or bumpy areas in the two to three months after surgery. These are common and diminish as you continue to heal. Closely follow the liposuction post-operative instructions that may include:

• Limiting your activity levels. Don’t push yourself for the first few months after surgery. Small tasks that require limited physical activity may put too much strain on the incision areas, so take things slowly and with caution.
• Maintaining a healthy diet. Your surgeon lets you know what you can start eating again. Drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise told not to by your doctor. Upset stomachs are common after any surgery so stick with a neutral diet if you begin to experience nausea with food like chicken, rice, bananas and tea.
• Keeping the incision area clean. Good hygiene is crucial after surgery. You can most likely shower and lightly wash the incision area within 24 to 48 hours after surgery. Keeping the incision area clean reduces swelling and helps prevent infection.

Your surgeon lets you know what you can start eating again, but most people go back to eating regularly after surgery. Drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise told not to by your doctor. Upset stomachs are common after any surgery so stick with a neutral diet if you begin to experience nausea with food like chicken, rice, bananas and tea.

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