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Albert W. Chow M.D.
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San Francisco, CA 94109
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Contour Your Body’s Curves
Liposuction Procedures San Francisco
Liposuction is a body-sculpting procedure used to remove stubborn pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. Liposuction can effectively reduce love handles, saddlebags, or a bulging tummy. If you are interested in finding out more about liposuction procedures, contact successful San Francisco plastic surgeon Albert Chow. He would be happy to discuss how liposuction can help you develop a more beautiful figure during a private consultation.
About Liposuction
For many people, sometimes even the strictest diet does not eliminate stubborn body fat. To treat problems areas, Dr. Chow offers liposuction and other body contouring surgeries. Liposuction subtly contours the body, and is an excellent solution for eliminating small pockets of fatty tissue from different areas of the body. Liposuction is often performed in addition to a body lift to sculpt the entire physique.
Liposuction Candidates
The best candidates for liposuction are patients in good health, within 25 pounds of their ideal weight. Older patients with less elasticity in their skin may not have the same results as a younger patient with tighter skin; this should be taken into account before seeking treatment. Patients who have realistic expectations of the procedure are more likely to be happy with their results.
Liposuction Surgery
Generally performed as an outpatient surgery, traditional liposuction involves using general anesthesia or local anesthesia to sedate the patient. Depending on the amount of fat to be removed, liposuction can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Through a tiny incision, Dr. Chow inserts a narrow tube called a cannula into the fatty tissue beneath the skin to break up fat cells and suction them from the body.
Advanced Liposuction Procedures
Depending on your body type and desired results, Dr. Chow offers several advanced liposuction procedures to enhance your features. After a thorough evaluation, Dr. Chow can help you determine the most effective liposuction technique for your individual needs.
Tumescent Technique - One of the most popular liposuction options, the tumescent technique requires Dr. Chow to safely inject a large amount of fluid containing a local anesthetic and saline solution directly into the area of fatty tissue. The fluid helps the fat cells firm up and swell, making them easier to remove from the body. Although the procedure takes longer, it generally has smoother results, fewer complications, and faster recovery time than traditional liposuction. The tumescent technique also reduces the risk of excessive bleeding, bruising, and swelling that may occur after a liposuction procedure.
Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction (UAL) – Recommended as a supplement to tumescent liposuction, ultrasonic assisted liposuction involves the use of a special cannula that emits ultrasonic vibrations to liquefy fat cells so they are easier to remove from the body.
Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) - This technique requires the use of a mechanized cannula that produces small vibrations to move through fatty tissue. The operative time and recovery time is generally shorter for patients who chose this procedure.
If you are interested in liposuction procedures, contact Dr. Chow, serving San Francisco, Sacramento and surrounding areas, for the latest information about fat removal techniques.
The Liposuction Recovery Process
During the first few weeks, most patients experience a slight degree of discomfort, soreness, and swelling, which can be controlled by pain medication and compressions. Essential to a successful recovery, compressions help minimize swelling and speed up the healing process. Most discomfort generally subsides in two to four weeks. You’ll see your liposuction results taking shape within the next two to three months.
Liposuction Risks
As with any surgery, the risks and complications range from mild to serious. Certain risks may include heavy bleeding, infections, a bad reaction to anesthesia, prolonged swelling, and other irregularities that can make your road to recovery a little tougher. Dr. Chow is committed to minimizing the risks and helping you achieve a healthy recovery.
Contact Our Liposuction Surgeon
If you are seeking a skilled cosmetic surgeon who offers the most advanced liposuction procedures, contact the San Francisco plastic surgery office of Albert Chow to set up a consultation. Serving residents of Sacramento, Walnut Creek, Danville, Pleasant Hill and Brentwood, Dr. Chow uses the latest liposuction treatments to dramatically improve your body image.