In modern society, the perception of beauty pertaining to the human body emphasizes lean towards youthful appearance. This ideal has increased the demand for both surgical and non-surgical attempts to trim off excess fat and unsightly bulges. Areas that are resistant to diet and exercise can be altered by removing unwanted fatty tissue and loose skin by either liposculpture or direct surgical excision or a combination of both.
By the time a person reaches adulthood, they have acquired all of the fat cells that they will have throughout their life. The number and distribution of fat cells is genetically determined and unique to each individual. Women typically accumulate fat in the lower hips, upper thighs and buttocks; men tend to accumulate fat evenly around their lower half, in the abdomen and “love handles.” People who have specific areas of fat tissue deposits and are at or near their ideal body weight whose skin is sufficiently elasticity are ideal candidates for liposuction.
CONSIDERING LIPOSUCTION?
People considering liposuction should be aware that liposculpture improves contour but does not eliminate wrinkles and is not a treatment for obesity. To determine if you are a candidate for body contouring by liposuction, a evaluation with Dr. Bandy will answer most of your questions. Accumulation of fat in the abdominal area can be treated by either liposculpture or a tummy tuck. When determining which option is best, some factors may best is the elasticity of the skin, the presence or absence of stretch marks and whether the abdominal muscles have been separated. Some women who have had one or multiple pregnancies may not be a candidate for liposuction due to the loss of their skin elasticity and the separation of their abdominal wall muscles.
Rapid weight loss often makes it necessary to obtain the best results by direct surgical excision of excess skin. Virtually all areas of the body can be altered to improve contour, eliminate sagging skin, and highlight body image. Dr. Bandy is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
If you are ready to have the perfect body, book a consultation with Dr. Amy Bandy today by calling 949-574-0574 or filling out our online contact form.
