Liposuction

Liposuction can be an ideal treatment for individuals who would like to reduce excess fat pockets in areas such as the:

The best candidates for liposuction are typically individuals who are close to the ideal weight for their body type but are experiencing pockets of excess fat in isolated areas that are simply not responding to diet and exercise. Candidates should also be in relatively good overall health and have reasonable expectations for the results of liposuction. It is important to note that liposuction is not intended to be a weight loss treatment—it is a procedure that is primarily designed to recontour specific body areas by removing collections of isolated, excess fat.

During your initial, complimentary consultation, our plastic surgeon will talk with you about your concerns and determine whether you are an ideal candidate for liposuction. If so, our doctor will create a customized treatment plan designed to meet your expectations with beautiful results.

• Abdomen
• Hips
• Flanks/"Love Handles"
• Buttocks
• Thighs
• Calves
• Ankles
• Arms
• Back
• Breasts

Although both treatments can improve body contour, the ideal candidate, technique, and expectations may vary. Some of the more prominent differences between liposuction and BodyTite include:

In many cases, BodyTite can be combined with traditional liposuction to help reduce excess fat while tightening the skin for smoother, more natural-looking results. During your initial consultation, Dr. Ayman Hakki will discuss the best treatment plan for your individual needs.

Liposuction and tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) can both enhance the contours of the abdomen; however, they each target a different concern that may be difficult to improve with diet and exercise. Liposuction can be ideal for those seeking excess fat removal and/or eliminating stubborn fat pockets, while tummy tuck surgery is better suited to tighten and/or remove excess, loose skin, as well as to tighten or repair abdominal muscles. The main difference between liposuction and tummy tuck surgery is that liposuction can only remove excess fat cells—it is not capable of removing/tightening the skin and it does not address the abdominal muscles in comparison to what a tummy tuck can accomplish.

Generally, each procedure is an outpatient surgery that will require days to weeks of recovery time at home with similar side effects of swelling and bruising. It's also important to know both procedures may be paired together at the same time for patients who are affected by both excess fat and excess skin in the abdominal region. Dr. Ayman Hakki will review all options with you during the initial consultation to create a completely customized treatment plan unique to your enhancement goals.

Dr. Hakki typically utilizes one of two advanced liposuction methods: the tumescent technique or the "super-wet" technique. Both of these approaches can allow for an easier extraction of excess fat cells in the targeted areas and reduce blood loss during the procedure. Dr. Hakki will begin by making tiny incisions in the treatment area, followed by insertion of long, thin tubes called cannulas. These cannulas will be used to carefully suction out the excess fat and produce enhanced body contours. Residual scarring from liposuction is often barely noticeable since the incisions required for this treatment are typically quite small.

Liposuction is usually performed as an outpatient procedure and requires general anesthesia in many cases. Large-volume liposuction may necessitate an overnight hospital stay for some patients.

Liposuction can be extraordinarily effective on its own, or combined with tummy tuck surgery or other body contouring procedures for a more comprehensive aesthetic makeover.

Patients can expect bruising, swelling, and tenderness in the treated areas following the liposuction procedure; however, these effects should fade over the next few days and weeks. Our plastic surgeon will likely prescribe a compression garment to be worn for a specified period of time after surgery to help control swelling. Medication can alleviate discomfort during the recovery process. Most patients who have relatively small volumes of fat extracted are able to return to some of their normal daily routines after a few days. Individuals who have had larger amounts of fat removed may need at least a week of rest and recovery.

Would you like to learn more about liposuction and how it may help you achieve your cosmetic enhancement goals? Please contact Luxxery Boutique for additional information, or to schedule a complimentary consultation.

Generally, the initial results of liposuction can be seen immediately following surgery, and even more so once the majority of the swelling subsides. For many patients, there should be a noticeable difference in body shape after about two weeks and more visible results around three months post-surgery.

Patients seeking liposuction will usually agree their expectations are for a lifelong improvement. The good news is they can be, as long as a steady weight is maintained through regular diet and exercise. The extracted fat is permanently eliminated during the liposuction procedure, but weight fluctuations can play a role in other areas succumbing to storing fat cells and fat pockets. The best strategy is to continue to work on a healthy lifestyle to maximize consistent, long-term results.

Due to the very thin, special instruments (known as cannulas) used to suction out the excess fat during liposuction, the surgery typically does not create lengthy incisions, and therefore often results in very small scars. As the healing process continues within the first year post-surgery, many patients typically experience beautiful liposuction results with minimal visible scarring. During this time, scars may even begin to lighten, flatten, and blend in with your skin.

There are certain elements that may influence scars and the healing process, such as genetics, skin quality, following post-surgery instructions, use of skincare products specifically for scars, and other factors. Those who may be prone to hypertrophic, or keloid scars should mention this during their initial consultation.

Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ayman Hakki, takes great care with both incision placement and wound closure. He will customize this procedure with the goal of making any residual scarring as small and hidden as possible.

Liposuction is typically considered a safe procedure when it is performed by an experienced plastic surgeon. There are inherent risks with any surgical procedure, but if it is performed in a well-equipped surgical facility by a skilled and highly-qualified plastic surgeon, the risks can be lowered. For Dr. Ayman Hakki, the safety, comfort, and well-being of the patients are his top priorities. He is happy to discuss any concerns or questions you may have at your consultation.

At Luxxery Boutique, the starting cost for liposuction in one body area begins at $6,000 and typically ranges from approximately $7,000 – $9,000. These costs usually include the surgeon's fee, anesthesia, use of the surgical facility, and follow-up care. Each liposuction procedure is a personal experience so the overall cost will depend on your customized treatment plan. Prices and fees generally include the number of areas and location of the areas treated, the amount of fat that is removed, and pre- and/or post-surgery medicines.

Although liposuction cost varies, Dr. Ayman Hakki offers a free consultation to discuss a more personalized pricing estimate. You will also have the opportunity to meet with a financial coordinator to discuss available payment and financing options to meet your goals and budget. Please contact our office in Waldorf, MD if you have questions, would like more information, or if you are ready to schedule a consultation.

Liposuction is designed to reduce stubborn excess fat and contour the shape of the body, but is not a treatment to eliminate cellulite. The procedure may slightly reduce signs of skin puckering and the appearance of cellulite to a certain extent for some patients, but it is unlikely to completely remove it. This is due to the fact that cellulite is caused by the tightening of fibrous bands of tissue under the skin, ultimately pulling surface layers down and creating the tell-tale "dimples" that are characteristic of cellulite. Liposuction will have virtually no effect on those conditions as it can only remove excess fat cells from the area targeted for treatment.

When it comes to transferring fat, liposuction can be combined with other procedures for optimal results.

Natural breast augmentation with fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is designed to enhance the fullness of breasts by taking excess fat from another area of the body and injecting it into the breast tissue. It can be a standalone procedure or combined with breast implants. Liposuction is used to harvest the excess fat for breast enhancement, essentially providing a double-benefit for body contouring.

With facial fat transfer, fat from one area of the body is transferred to a facial region to enhance volume and definition. By utilizing liposuction, those fat cells are harvested and evenly distributed via injections. This procedure is meant to restore volume in the face and smooth creases.

Our plastic surgeon can talk with you about liposuction and fat transfer options to determine if this advanced procedure may be right for your needs.