Liposuction
Even though many people in Southern California maintain a lean, fit appearance with a healthy diet and consistent exercise routine, there are certain areas of the body that are difficult to tone. For these "trouble spots," men and women visit Cosmetic Surgery Institute for liposuction in Palm Desert. This procedure is ideal for people who are in good health but who want to reduce specific areas of fat such as love handles, saddle bags, or a double chin.
An effective liposuction surgery near Palm Springs or Riverside requires a high degree of customization. Request a complimentary consultation online or call 760-837-0364 to discuss your options with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons.
Our Approach
At Cosmetic Surgery Institute, our surgeons approach liposuction with artistry and precision for personalized, long-lasting results. It begins with a thorough physical assessment in order to devise an effective method of body sculpting that will provide you with the shapely contours you want. Once a plan is developed and you are ready for surgery, our surgeons use very fine cannulas called "Capistrano Precision Cannulas" for more efficient fat removal. These extremely thin tubes allow our surgeons to perform liposuction on all areas of the body, often in a single sitting.
To help you maintain the results of your liposuction surgery, Cosmetic Surgery Institute provides extensive post-operative recommendations including exercise and nutrition. By adhering to a healthy lifestyle, you can preserve your new body shape or even enhance your results.
To view real results from some of our liposuction patients, visit our photo gallery.
Your Choices
What areas can be treated with liposuction?
Because of the Capistrano Precision Cannulas used at Cosmetic Surgery Institute, almost any area of the body where localized fat deposits exist can be treated. Frequently, we perform liposuction on areas such as the abdomen, thighs, back, buttock, arms, and chin.
How much weight can I lose?
Our patients may lose an average of 10 to 20lbs (or up to 4 dress sizes) after liposuction. However, your results will depend on the extensiveness of your procedure and the lifestyle choices you make after surgery.
Should I lose weight before liposuction?
It is a misconception to think that you must lose weight before having liposuction. Our surgeons find that after liposuction, the body's metabolism sky rockets for the next 6 months and our patients actually lose more weight and tone up after liposuction. Combined with proper nutrition and exercise, our patients can even improve and maintain their excellent results.
Am I a candidate for tummy tuck?
Many of our liposuction patients can also benefit from a tummy tuck. If you have excess skin in the abdominal area that has been stretched from pregnancy, weight loss, or aging, a tummy tuck can help firm and tighten the core muscles. Usually, these procedures can be performed simultaneously for your convenience. Your surgeon will be able to explain your options and whether or not a tummy tuck is right for you.
About Our Doctors
Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Mo Zakhireh and Dr. Bruce Landon balance art and science using innovative procedures with skillful execution. Under their experienced direction, you can become the best version of yourself.
What to Expect
Every liposuction procedure is performed in an out-patient setting at our modern medical facility to ensure safety. Depending on the extent of your surgery, general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation may be used.
Your surgeon will begin by making small incisions in the treatment areas. A sterile liquid solution is injected into localized fat deposits to reduce bleeding and allow for gentler, more thorough fat removal. Using controlled back-and-forth motions, your surgeon will move the cannula around under the skin to suction out excess fat cells. Our surgeons take their time during this important step in order to make sure that all of the fat is removed.
After your procedure, special compression garments are applied to help the skin conform to its new contour. Temporary bruising or swelling is to be expected but should resolve within a few days. Depending on the amount of work performed, you may return to work within 3 to 10 days.
Enhancing Your Look
Liposuction can often be enhanced with other body shaping procedures such as a tummy tuck or breast augmentation. Some men and women who choose liposuction of the chin and neck also opt for a face lift for additional rejuvenation effects.
