Liposuction: Fat Removal Surgery in Chicago | CI Plastic Surgery

Nirav Patel • February 11, 2020

Liposuction is one of the best cosmetic procedures which is done to remove excess fat in different parts of the body such as stomach, thighs, hips, necks, cheeks, upper arms, etc. to improve irregular body shapes. This procedure is also called body contouring. As we all know, people always go for different exercises and diets to burn the fat in the body. But the right choice to improve the body's appearance is to go for the best liposuction cosmetic procedure. CI Plastic surgery is one of the best Plastic Surgery Clinic in Chicago and known for all types of cosmetic plastic surgeries. Liposuction is a procedure that can also be done with other surgeries such as facelifts, breast reductions, tummy tucks and more. A tummy tuck is a procedure of rejuvenating the appearance of the abdomen by removing excess fat and strengthening the weakened muscles. CI Plastic is best known for the Tummy tuck plastic surgery in Chicago where Dr. Dhaval Patel is a well-experienced and Double board certified plastic Surgeon.

Liposuction is not an overall weight-loss method and it does not remove cellulite, dimples, and stretch marks. It is the process of enhancing the contour of the body by removing the fat cells in different areas. CI Plastic Surgery is also known for the best Cellulite reduction treatment in Chicago to reduce cellulite appearance. People should only go for liposuction procedures who have good skin elasticity, have good muscle tone, having fat that doesn’t burn with diet and exercises, aren’t overweight or obese, and more importantly who don’t smoke. Dr. Dhaval Patel, being one of the Best Plastic Surgeons in Chicago will go through your past health status to ensure that you are perfectly ready for the surgery.

Types of Liposuction:

CI Plastic Surgery is best known for Liposuction Plastic Surgery in Chicago that includes the hands of a famous surgeon who is known for his successful surgeries. Before the procedure, the surgeon will mark the areas that will undergo the liposuction treatment. Dr. Dhaval Patel will discuss with the patient to know the expectations and then the suitable type of procedure will be implemented. Before going for any plastic surgeries, it’s very important to research about the clinic and surgeons. CI Plastic Surgery is one of the renowned Plastic Surgery Clinic in Chicago where Dr. Dhaval Patel is being recognized as the Winner of multiple patient’s choice, best plastic surgeon in Chicagoland, area, and Realself top 100 Surgeon awards.

  • Tumescent Liposuction:
This is the most common type of liposuction procedure which includes local anesthetic (lidocaine), a drug (epinephrine), and an intravenous salt solution (IV). The mixture of all these solutions is injected into the areas before the fat is removed. Lidocaine helps to numb the area where the incisions are made, Epinephrine is the solution that helps to reduce the loss of blood, bruising, and swelling. The IV solution helps to remove the fat easily along with it. The surgeon will make small incisions to insert the cannula (thin tubes) which is connected to the vacuum to remove the fat and fluids. This type of liposuction takes much more time than other procedures. To undergo this type of treatment, approach to the CI Plastic Surgery which is well-known for the best Liposuction Plastic Surgery in Chicago.
  • Ultrasound-assisted Liposuction (UAL):

Ultrasonic Liposuction includes high-pitched sound waves to liquefy fat in specific areas. This process is usually done with the tumescent liposuction for more precise body contouring. The injected tumescent fluid helps to liquefy the fat, making the process much easier. Ultrasonic sound waves are transmitted to a thin tube, called a cannula. When cannula comes in contact with the fat, the sound waves quickly liquefy the fat and easily vacuumed it out. This procedure is often performed with the tummy tuck which is meant to get rid of excess skin in the abdomen. This type of surgery is mainly used in areas such as chin, neck, cheeks, calves, ankles, and knees. Liposuction Plastic Surgery in Chicago is mainly known for 360 liposuction with Bodytyte and Skintyte technology.

  • Laser-assisted Liposuction (LAL):

This procedure uses high-intensity laser light to breakdown fat for easy removal. The surgeon inserts a tube through a small incision to deliver laser energy and heat into the fat. Therefore, the fat is removed via a cannula. This procedure is only implemented in confined areas such as chin, jowls, and face. To remove the excess fat in the chin, cheeks, and neck, you can also approach the best Facial Liposuction Surgery in Chicago to improve the appearance of your face.

  • Power-assisted Liposuction:

In this procedure, a cannula is used which moves back and forth motion to pull out the fat easily and faster. This causes less pain and swelling and allows the surgeon to remove fat with more precision. This process is mainly used when there are large volumes of fat to be removed. If you are tired carrying the excess fat and willing to get rid of it, visit Dr. Dhaval Patel who is one of the Best Plastic Surgeons in Chicago and follow the pre and postoperative measures suggested by him to experience a healthy life.

Procedure:

  • Local or general anesthesia is given before the start of the procedure.
  • The surgeon will make incisions where the process needs to be carried further.
  • The type of liposuction method will be implemented as per the necessity.
  • Fat is vacuumed out through the suction tube.
  • After the fat is removed, the surgeon will insert some drainage tubes to remove blood and fluid.
  • Then further postoperative medications will be suggested by our surgeon.

Risks:

  • Hematoma (Bleeding under the skin)
  • Swelling
  • Reaction to anesthesia and other medications
  • A blood clot in the lungs
  • Change in skin sensation

Recovery:

Of course, after the overall procedure, swelling and bruising will be observed. Our surgeon, being one of the Best Plastic Surgeons in Chicago will suggest medications to reduce the pain, swelling and bruising, antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection. Wear the compression garment for at least 4 weeks to reduce the swelling. Avoid smoke to reduce further complications. CI Plastic Surgery, being one of the best Plastic Surgery Clinic in Chicago also available in various places such as Orland Park, Oak Brook, Hoffman Estates, Streamwood, West Chicago, Elgin, Barrington, Fox Lake, Buffalo Grove, Rockford, Naperville, Geneva, Hanover Park, Vernon Hills, Hinsdale, Wheaton, and Schaumburg.


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