Liposuction in New York, New York (NY)

Known also as lipoplasty, liposuction is a procedure used to extract excess fat deposits and improve the body’s contours. In order to remove these deposits, a metal tube (cannula) is guided through an incision made in the skin and inserted between the skin and the muscle, where the fat deposits are located. The cannula is hooked up to a suction pump that sucks out the fat. And as the cannula is steered through, it creates small tunnels through the fatty layers. Following surgery these channels collapse, resulting in a better contour.

Today, there are a variety of liposuction techniques that can be used, including:

Lipotherme
CoolLipo
SmartLipo
Laser liposuction
LipoLite
Vaser liposelection

All of these methods can be used to diminish localized fat deposits located in the:

Upper arms
Back
Thighs
Hips and buttocks
Waist and abdomen
Chest
Face (e.g. chin and cheeks)
Neck
Inner knee
Calves and ankles

While liposuction has its advantages, it is not an effective treatment for cellulite and obesity, nor should it substitute a healthy diet and exercise. The new body shape that is seen after liposuction is more or less permanent. The fat deposits that are removed during the procedure do not grow back; however, if the patient gains a considerable amount of weight, new fat cells can develop in the treated area. On the other hand, if the patient gains only a small amount of weight, the existing fat cells will get bigger as fat gathers in them, and this can mean that the persons figure will still hold the new body shape, only it will be a slightly larger version. Also to be considered is the aging process, which will play a factor in how the body changes its shape years after the procedure.

Depending on the patient, one or more sessions may be necessary. This is because there is a maximum amount of fat that should be removed on a single day to reduce the risk of serious complications, and it is 6 to 8 pounds. If more than eight pounds of fat need to be removed, multiple liposuction procedures will be performed, and they will be spaced out over a period of 3 to 4 weeks. After liposuction, the patient will see some results but not as much as will be seen within one to three months when postoperative swelling has gone down, the tunnels created in the fat have collapsed and healing has occurred.

About Dr. Michelle Copeland

Plastic surgery is easier and safer than ever before. Through both surgical and nonsurgical procedures (such as liquid facelifts,) New York plastic surgeon, Dr. Michelle Copeland can help you subtly change your looks in ways that will make you happier with your appearance and give you more confidence in both personal and professional settings.

Dr. Michelle Copeland is the first woman plastic surgeon with Harvard doctorates in Medicine and Dentistry and is the author of Change Your Looks, Change Your Life: Cosmetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery, and The Beautiful Skin Workout. Drawing on more than two decades of surgical experience, Dr. Copeland will make sure she understands what you are trying to achieve—and that you understand everything about the choice you are making. A successful outcome involves not only your looks but also your comfort and good health going forward.

Dr. Copeland works with an international clientele, drawing patients from Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Whether it’s a virtual consultation or in-person, Dr. Copeland will answer all of your questions and explain the options, costs, recovery, and all aspects of treatment for surgical procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, liposuction, rhinoplasty, and non-surgical treatments like Botox, Kybella, fillers, and other non-invasive techniques. Your consultation with Dr. Copeland is the first step to looking and feeling better.

Dr. Copeland now offers Advanced CoolSculpting®— a non-invasive technique to contour your body by freezing unwanted fat away with no surgery or downtime. Combined with ultrasound and light energy for optimal results, and with DualSculpting capability to treat two areas at once and cut treatment time by 50%.

Call today to find out how you can achieve a slimmer, more toned contour without surgery. Ask about options for financing through PatientFi or CareCredit

Featured Specialist for Liposuction in New York, NY

Dr. Michelle Copeland

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1001 fifth ave
New York, NY 10028

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