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Liposuction

Many patients seek liposuction in Boston as a method of fat reduction. Liposuction is one the most popular plastic surgery procedures because it is highly effective in removing unwanted fatty deposits and recovery is rapid. Remember that it is not a weight loss strategy, and patients who are significantly overweight are not candidates for the procedure.
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What is Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to remove fat from specific areas of the body, helping to improve body contours and proportions. It is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures.

Liposuction is not a weight-loss solution or a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. It is best suited for individuals who are close to their ideal weight but have localized areas of stubborn fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. 

Liposuction Consultation

If you are considering liposuction, the first step is a confidential consultation with Dr. Bartlett. At this time, he will perform a medical evaluation and listen carefully to understand your goals. He will answer questions about the benefits and risks of liposuction surgery, describe the treatment process, and may discuss alternative treatment options. 

Dr. Bartlett will create and personalize your surgical plan. He will give you instructions to prepare for your procedure. He will customize your pre-op and post-op instructions based on your medical evaluation. You will likely be asked to arrange for a friend or family member to drive you home after the surgery and to help out during initial recovery. You may also be asked to stop or change your current medications as part of the preparation since certain medications may result in increased bleeding and bruising and must be avoided. 

An ideal candidate is in good health and maintains a stable weight.

Liposuction – What to expect

Liposuction can address fat pads on the hips, thighs, abdomens, arms, neck and other areas of the body. Through small incisions around the area of fat deposit, a cannula (a thin tube) is inserted into the targeted region and then medical suction is used to remove the excess stubborn fatty tissue. The small incisions are sutured closed. This procedure may be performed in conjunction with other procedures such as facelift, breast surgery, abdominoplasty, and gender affirming surgery.

General anesthesia or IV sedation is recommended for this procedure. Since most liposuction is performed as part of another procedure the anesthetic technique will be influenced by the specific combination of operations.

1 to 2 hours. The exact duration of surgery will depend on the treatment plan, techniques used, and if there are other operations performed during your procedure.

Liposuction is most commonly performed in our AAAASF Certified office operating room setting in the Boston, Massachusetts, area.

Liposuction and Recovery 

Dr. Bartlett will wait for the patient’s condition to stabilize before sending them home. He will go over the details of the recovery process, providing instructions and prescription medications to allow the patient to have a safe and smooth recovery.

Patients are required to wear a compression garment for up to 3 weeks after the date of the liposuction procedure. This helps to control post-surgical swelling and improve contour. Bruising is common and present for several weeks. Pain medication is prescribed and is typically used for 2 or 3 days after surgery.  For liposuction only, it is recommended to take 1-2 weeks off from work.  If you are having liposuction as part of a larger procedure,( i.e. tummy tuck), the recovery period will be longer.

“The best things I would say are the results. I am very very happy with the results. There are no scars/marks of any kind and very precise results. Dr. Richard is an excellent surgeon and the surgery results are better than I expected. There are no scars/marks of any kind. Dr.Richard and his staff are very friendly. He is very direct in terms of expectation from the surgery.”

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Cost

The cost is dependent on factors such as the time it takes to perform the surgery, the type of anesthesia used, and the techniques utilized.

An estimate of the cost can be provided over the phone by the front desk administrator. After your consultation with Dr. Bartlett a specific, detailed quote will be provided.

Schedule a consultation

Contact our office to schedule a consultation regarding a liposuction with Dr. Richard A. Bartlett. He can let you know if surgery is the best option for you and can provide you with outstanding results from your procedure.

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