Tumescent Liposuction

As an alternative to standard liposuction under general anesthesia, the board-certified physicians at Palo Alto Dermatology Institute may discuss local anesthesia tumescent liposuction for the removal of excess or enlarged fat cells that accompany age and genetics. This body sculpting technique permanently removes fat cells that have enlarged over time. Patients experience relief from excess or enlarged fat cells on the abdomen, waist, hips, knees, thighs, and breast regions. The results include trimmer waistlines and smoother stomachs, as well as the more toned and flatter appearance of the thighs, arms, hips and buttocks.

How Tumescent Liposuction works

Tumescent liposuction differs from traditional liposuction in methodology and recovery. With tumescent liposuction, patients will receive local anesthesia and remain awake during the surgery. During the procedure, a very narrow, stainless steel tube or cannula is inserted through tiny punctures in the skin to break up large globules of fat from areas of concern. Because the cannula is both narrow and strong, minimal force is required to navigate through the fatty tissue. The results include a lower risk of deep penetration and less tenderness or bruising as a result of surgery. Patients often resume normal activity within 1 to 2 days.

For some patients, a combination of tumescent liposuction and SmartLipo liposuction may be recommended especially if there are areas of loose skin or fibrotic tissue from a prior surgery. The licensed professionals at Palo Alto Dermatology Institute will discuss all options with you and explain the differences in techniques and recovery times of each liposuction procedure. Results may vary from patient to patient as may the number and type of tumescent liposuction procedures necessary to achieve desired results on each area of the body.

Disclaimer

Treatment results will vary, talk to a practitioner to see if this treatment or procedure is right for you.