If hard-to-remove fat is what’s keeping you from getting the svelte body you’ve always wanted, you’re not without hope. Why? Because the excess bulge around your tummy or thighs can now be safely and effectively removed through tumescent liposuction.

Just like any other liposuction technique, tumescent liposuction removes fat in order to add contour to the body. However, there are several advantages to this technique over the traditional form of liposuction. Here are just five of these advantages:

1. It doesn’t require general anesthesia.

What you’ll love about this new tumescent liposuction technique is that it only needs local anesthesia to numb the area in your body where the cannula will be inserted.  This minimizes the risk of prolonged recovery or nausea that is often experienced by patients who have undergone general anesthesia. This makes it safer for the patient as he or she doesn’t have to worry about anesthesia side effects.

2. The target is more precise and thorough.

Local anesthesia doesn’t just benefit you, the patient, but Dr. Matarasso as well. Because you’ll be awake during the entire session, you’ll have muscle tone to move certain parts of your body. What this means is that it’ll be easy for the doctor to ask you to tighten or flex muscles so he can remove fat in certain areas of the body that were otherwise difficult if the patient is fully asleep. This reduces the chances of missed areas that will result in uneven fat removal.

3. It produces smoother results.

Tumescent liposuction uses a smaller cannula than the traditional one in suctioning fat so the amount of fat removed is controlled. This makes it a safer fat reduction method. As a result, patients will enjoy seeing a smoother result after the procedure.

4. There is less bleeding and bruising.

Because the tumescent liposuction technique targets specific fatty areas, Dr. Matarasso will inject lidocaine in saline solution into the targeted fat tissue.  This creates a numbing sensation only in the area where fat is being suctioned. The end result is that there is less bleeding and less bruising, making the recovery speedy and less painful.

5. It’s less expensive.

This technique is more affordable as it’s only performed using local anesthesia, making it a more cost-effective solution to contour your body.

To learn more about this body contouring procedure, consult with Dr. Seth L. Matarasso.

A Supplement to a Healthy Lifestyle

The best liposuction results are achieved on men that are already living a healthy lifestyle. Liposuction isn’t an alternative to the gym or healthy eating, but rather a supplement. It can be used to shape, sculpt, and refine the body as it removes stubborn fat deposits. This stubborn fat often sticks around even after your best efforts. Liposuction gently removes it, permanently. For many men liposuction is one of the most effective ways to achieve the sculpted look they’re after.

Target Problem Areas- Wherever They May Be

Liposuction isn’t just for the belly. It can be used to target problem areas across the body. Dr. Matarasso uses liposuction to treat excess fat in a variety of areas on his male patients including:

• Male Breasts (gynecomastia)
• Buttocks
• Abdomen
• Thighs
• Arms
• Waist
• Knees and Calves
• Neck

If you’re interested in learning more about liposuction, talk with Dr. Matarasso. He can help you decide if liposuction can help you achieve your goals and which areas would most benefit from treatment.

Precision and Accuracy with Tumescent Liposuction

Dr. Matarasso uses tumescent liposuction in his practice, a special type of liposuction that injects anesthesia right into the fat that will be removed. This anesthesia causes the fat to swell and firm allowing more fat removal with greater accuracy and precision. The anesthetic also constricts blood vessels for less blood loss during the procedure. This type of liposuction encourages quicker healing and less bruising and inflammation after surgery.

Many of our patients love tumescent liposuction for the quick recovery period. Many are able to return to work and regular activities after just a few days. The incisions used are very small which minimizes scarring and healing times. If you don’t want people to know you’ve had liposuction, don’t tell them. They’ll just think your sculpted look is all natural.

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Looking great isn’t just for the ladies. Men are increasingly turning to cosmetic enhancement to look their best too. Give us a call today and learn more about how liposuction can benefit you. We love our male patients!

What is Tumescent Liposuction?

Tumescent liposuction uses a unique type of anesthetic, making it possible to perform the procedure using local anesthesia and perhaps mild sedation. The special anesthetic also constricts the blood vessels reducing unnecessary blood loss and increasing the accuracy and effectiveness of the procedure. IV fluids are not needed during the procedure like with some other types of liposuction. Recovery after tumescent liposuction is faster than traditional liposuction with less bruising and swelling.

Dr. Matarasso enjoys using tumescent liposuction as this method gives him more control over the process with better end results. He loves helping his patients look and feel their best.

An Overview of the Procedure

Tumescent liposuction doesn’t require large cuts or stitches like traditional lipo. Instead a small incision is made in area where excess fat will be removed. A thin suction tube called a cannula is inserted into the incision while a high suction vacuum removes fatty tissue. Few stitches are needed and the minimally invasive approach is less traumatic to the body while still yielding great results.

Another benefit of tumescent liposuction is the lasting pain relief the treatment provides. The tumescent anesthesia used will provide pain relief for the first 36 hours, helping make recovery more pleasant. Dr. Matarasso will discuss your options if additional pain relief is needed.

Recovery from Tumescent Liposuction

After the procedure you may have some pain, bruising or swelling. You will also need to wear compression garments under your clothing for a short period of time. Most people can return to work 2-7 days after the procedure. You’ll start to see results in about 10 days with continued improvement for as long as a year.

If you want to shape, refine and improve your appearance, consider tumescent liposuction. We’d love to discuss your options; give us a call today and find out if this procedure is right for you.