Liposuction

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is known as lipoplasty and liposculpture. Dr. Conor B. Turley has extensive experience performing liposuction for cosmetic purposes, both alone and in conjunction with other body sculpting procedures such as tummy tucks and body lifts.

Liposuction removes unwanted fat that isn’t affected by dieting and exercising, and can only target fat that is just below the skin (subcutaneous). Many areas of the body can be treated with liposuction, and during a single surgery more than one may be targeted. Areas that are commonly targeted include the following:

neck
upper arms
the male chest for gynecomastia
love handles
back
stomach
buttocks
hips
saddlebags (outer thighs)
inner thighs
around the knees
calves

Liposculpture is ideal for the removal of unwanted fat that is negatively affecting your body contour. It will help you get the slimmer and better proportioned body you’ve always wanted.

Please note that liposuction is not recommended as a replacement for healthy exercise and diet. The procedure is only for spot reduction procedure where fat is stubborn.

General Liposuction Surgical Procedure
Liposuction is usually performed under general anesthesia with sedation or under local. The type of anesthesia for you depends on the extent of correction.

One or more tiny incisions are made in the desired area, into which a narrow tube known as a cannula is inserted to reach unwanted fatty tissue beneath the skin, vacuuming it out. Once a sufficient amount of fat is removed to achieve the desired result, the incision(s) is dressed.The exact techniques for your procedure may vary depending on the technique used and your body.

Recovery After Liposuction
A complete list of post-operative instructions will be given to you. Follow them closely to help your body recovery quickly and properly. You’ll most likely require plenty of rest and limit your movement. Dressings, applied immediately following surgery, will help the recovery process. You may also need to wear a support garment, also known as a compression garment, for a couple of weeks to maintain support. Any discomfort experienced following surgery can be minimized with prescribed oral medication. Complications are rare, and can be minimized by following post-operative care instructions carefully.

Dr. Turley applies newer surgical techniques, and coupled with his expertise in the procedure, this allows patients to experience faster recovery.