New Jersey Plastic Surgery Blog

Liposuction isn’t for everyone. Here are three healthy motivations to decide if plastic surgery is right for you.

1. You are Content with Your Weight

Liposuction is not a cure for obesity. However, if you are content with your weight and just want to reshape your body, liposuction might be right for you.

Remember, liposuction doesn’t change your overall health and can’t make up for poor nutrition or lifestyle choices. Liposuction also isn’t a great idea when recovering from pregnancy or menopause because weight fluctuations are common.
If you’re not just recovering from pregnancy or menopause where great weight fluctuations are common, then liposuction might be a good choice for you!

2. You Have a Healthy Lifestyle and Want to Balance Your Body Proportions

Many people have dramatic weight loss stories, but find that there’s just one last pocket of stubborn body fat that won’t leave. If you have a healthy lifestyle and maintain a constant weight, liposuction can be a good way to get rid of that last stronghold of fatty tissue.

Liposuction is most effective at:

• Sculpting your body shape
• Carving contours
• Creating more pleasant proportions

Liposuction is a tiring surgery, and can hurt for up to a week. Swelling usually diminishes within the first 3 weeks, but you may not fully recovered until up to six months later.

If you already have a lifestyle that keeps you at a consistent weight or body size that you are happy with, but still can’t lose those last few pounds, then liposuction can be a good option for you.

3. Breast Reduction for Men

Gynecomastia is fairly common among men. Enlarged breasts are a natural part of male physiology. Liposuction is one of the simplest and cheapest ways for men to reduce their breasts. As long as they are at a consistent weight and are healthy, a liposuction procedure can permanently reduce their breasts to more acceptable proportions.

If you’re looking to get a liposuction for enlarged male breasts, you should look for a qualified, experienced surgeon. Research their liposuction methods and schedule a consultation to ensure that they are right for you

There are other surgeries that can reduce male breasts, but liposuction is usually the most cost effective. There are more dramatic surgeries, such as breast reduction or liposculpting, that can also work well.

Liposuction is a great option for many people. There are also other cosmetic surgeries that can help you get the body you want. If you still have questions or concerns, call 908-879-2222 to schedule a consultation today and find out what your options are for a healthy liposuction!

Have you recently developed a routine exercise regiment as a form of weight loss? Maybe you want to get rid of a set of love-handles, or just trim your waistline in preparation for an upcoming special occasion. Perhaps you’ve even begun eating healthier and dieting, but you’ve simply been unable to reach your weight loss goal. Have you considered liposuction?

Best Candidates

Visit Dr. Weinstein for an initial consultation to decide if liposuction is right for you. The best candidates are in good health, exercise regularly, eat well, and are within 25 pounds of their desired weight. You may have difficulty removing excess weight through diet and exercise and desire permanent weight loss results.

What are the Risks?

As with any medical procedure, there will always be a slight risk. Every one’s body doesn’t physically respond, recover, or heal the same. The most common risks can include an allergic reaction, full thickness skin necrosis, fainting, and hyper-pigmentation at the incision. You may also experience hematoma, or a collection of blood under the skin.

Prior to your surgery, Dr. Weinstein will inform you of the best to avoid side effects and reduce risk.

What Happens in a  Consultation?

The initial consultation is a preliminary procedure. Dr. Weinstein will examine the focus areas of your body, skin and bone structure. He’ll also review your medical records for any known illnesses, allergies, and current medications. Any further concerns and questions will also be answered during this time. Always feel free to ask questions at any point before and after your surgery.

Reasons for Liposuction

Liposuction was designed to reduce the accumulation of difficult fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. Liposuction should not be viewed considered an alternative to a healthy diet and exercise routine. Aside from one’s personal goals, the most common reasons for liposuction are:

• Removing neck fat
• Trimming stomach and waistline
• Removing fat from knees and thighs
• Removing excess fat from hips and buttocks
• Trim or remove body fat from your upper arms
• Removing excess body fat from your calves and ankles

Types of Liposuction

Weinstein Plastic Surgery Center practices all forms of liposuction to maximize your results. Our state-of-the-art facility allows us to perform SmartLipoand LASER Lipo. We also practice tickle liposuction that is performed under sedation using a syringe, and ultrasonic liposuction that destroys and removes fat.

Recovery Time

Most patients can recovery within one week, although others have recovered within 2 to 3 days after receiving a very minor liposuction procedure. Swelling begins diminishing between 7 to10 days and moderate workouts can be resumed in approximately 2 weeks. Full recoveries typically range between 4 to 6 weeks.

Don’t deprive yourself any longer — get the body you want and deserve! Don’t hesitate to call Weinstein Plastic Surgery Center today to schedule your consultation and learn what options are available to you.