Sculpt and contour the body by removing stubborn fat.
Liposuction removes stubborn pockets of fat and sharpens body contour. We use high-definition techniques to sculpt the body, revealing natural muscle definition and curves.
InquireLiposuction is done under general anesthesia using the tumescent technique. Tumescent solution, containing dilute lidocaine and epinephrine, is infiltrated into the treatment zones to minimize blood loss, facilitate fat removal, and provide postoperative analgesia. Power-assisted liposuction (PAL) cannulas are employed to reduce surgeon fatigue and provide more consistent fat extraction. High-definition liposuction uses precise sculpting in the superficial fat layer to accentuate underlying muscle anatomy - particularly in the abdominal and flank regions. Multiple small access incisions (3–4 mm) are placed in inconspicuous locations. Fat aspirate volume is carefully monitored to remain within safe limits per ASPS guidelines.
Liposuction works best for healthy adults near their goal weight who have stubborn pockets of fat, not generalized weight gain. Good to excellent skin elasticity is essential for smooth redraping after fat removal; patients with poor skin quality may develop contour irregularities or loose skin and may benefit from a concurrent skin excision procedure. Stable weight for at least six months, non-smoking status, and the absence of coagulopathies or metabolic disorders are important prerequisites.
Following liposuction, a compression garment is worn continuously for four to six weeks to manage swelling and support skin retraction. Bruising and swelling are most pronounced in the first week and resolve substantially by three to four weeks. Most patients get back to desk work within seven to ten days. Vigorous exercise is restricted for four to six weeks. Final contour results, including full resolution of swelling and maximal skin retraction, are appreciated at three to six months.
Compression garment worn at all times. Drainage from incision sites expected in first 24–48 hours. Significant swelling and bruising.
Return to sedentary activity. Swelling diminishing but still present. Compression garment continues.
Light exercise may resume. Compression garment transitioned to daytime only. Contour improving progressively.
Full activity resumed. Final contour visible as all swelling resolves and skin redrapes over 3–6 months.
Liposuction risks include contour irregularities, skin waviness, and incomplete correction requiring revision. Seroma formation is the most common postoperative complication and is managed with compression and aspiration when needed. Significant blood loss requiring transfusion is rare when safe volume limits are observed. Skin burns can occur with thermal-adjunct devices; proper technique eliminates this risk. Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are prevented by early ambulation and appropriate VTE prophylaxis.
Non-surgical body contouring devices including cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting), high-intensity focused ultrasound, and radiofrequency-based platforms can reduce localized fat deposits without surgery or downtime. However, these treatments produce more modest results than surgical liposuction and are best suited for patients with minimal, well-defined fat pockets and excellent skin tone. For patients with concurrent skin laxity, a surgical approach combining liposuction with skin excision (tummy tuck, arm lift) is more appropriate.
Performed by Dr. Ruben Castro in Newport Beach, California