If strong is the new skinny, then why bother with liposuction that focuses only on fat removal? Learn how Hi-Def Lipo at LJCSC can help you reveal that fit, sculpted shape you've worked hard for.
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre 9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037 Call: (858) 452-1981Text: (858) 203-2944 M–F: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
HD Lipo (High-Definition Liposculpture) in San Diego
Discover a new, lasting option to get that beautifully sculpted look.
Most people associate liposuction with fat reduction. But to leave it at that leaves out the true power of this popular procedure. Expertly performed liposuction is as much about sculpting as it is about removing fat. At La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, our plastic surgeons have always understood this fact. That’s why we’re excited that HD Lipo, or hi-definition liposculpture with PAL®, is available at LJCSC!
Liposuction – HD Lipo At A Glance
Goal: Defined, “six-pack” abs
Anesthesia: Local or general
Average Procedure Time: 3.5 hours (female); 4.5 hours (male)
Recovery: 1 to 2 weeks
Resume Exercise: 4 to 5 weeks
Final Results: 9 to 12 months
Longevity: Permanent (if you maintain a stable weight)
We were the first plastic surgery practice in California to offer this advanced HD Lipo technique. Our San Diego HD Lipo specialist, Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes, is one of a very limited number of plastic surgeons in the United States who have been extensively trained in the MicroAire high-definition liposculpture technique. Dr. Salazar was invited to train with one of the world’s most revered liposculpture experts, Dr. Ahmad Saad, at his practice in Barcelona, Spain. We’re thrilled that Dr. Salazar has brought this advanced technique to our practice—and so are our body contouring patients.
Dr. Salazar trained with international HD liposculpture expert Dr. Saad.
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Considering Hi-Def Lipo in San Diego? Here’s How It Works
With HD Lipo, Dr. Salazar can help you get the shape you’ve been visualizing but can’t seem to achieve fully with diet and exercise. He performs HD Lipo as a two-step procedure:
Power-assisted liposuction (PAL) removes unwanted fat, achieving a base level of contouring and leaving the treated area(s) leaner throughout.
HD Lipo sculpts the abs, chest, back, arms, legs, and other areas. Because Dr. Salazar has already removed baseline fat with PAL, he can focus on sculpting in incredible detail, following the natural lines of your musculature.
For Men
Reveal a hard-earned “six pack” with abdominal etching
Enhance definition in the shoulders, delts, and biceps
Sculpt the chest to achieve more defined, masculine pecs
And much more!
You won't believe her amazing HD Lipo results
Faster Recovery, Faster Results
Power-assisted liposuction is easier on you, plain and simple. The powered instruments loosen fat gently and precisely, allowing the surgeon to sculpt with great precision, ease, and minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Compared to older liposuction technology, PAL results in less postoperative swelling and bruising, less pain and soreness after surgery, and a quicker return to your normal lifestyle. You’ll enjoy your full results sooner, too. Dr. Luke Swistun also uses PAL to create stunning 360 Lipo results.
Notice the changes from pre-op to two years after surgery. This patient said, “Dr. Salazar changed my life.”
Safety, Care, and Expertise You Can Trust
As always, your procedure at LJCSC is performed in our on-site QUAD A-accredited surgery center, with our award-winning patient care team there to make sure you are safe, comfortable, and attended to every step of the way.
Dr. Salazar is our advanced HD Lipo specialist at LJCSC
Design the New You
Not sure how to get the look you want? Tell us about your goals, and we’ll show you the possibilities.
Our advanced fat removal and sculpting technique is more accessible than ever, thanks to convenient, affordable payment plans now available. Put down an initial payment of $3,000, and your HD Lipo can start at $233 per month for 60 months, once you qualify with average credit. Save even more if you can pay more upfront or have above-average credit! Click here to get prequalified.
High-definition liposuction pricing can vary depending on your specific needs and goals, so check out fee ranges and other details on our pricing page.
Also, we make applying for financing virtually effortless online or with our expert guidance during your consultation. What are you waiting for? It’s time to sculpt your way to a more fit, confident YOU!
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Discover how hi-def liposuction can help you get the body you want—discuss your goals with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon! At LJCSC, your complimentary consultation can even include computer imaging to help you envision what’s possible.
In just a few clicks, you can call us now, book a call, or request a call back to explore options at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre—San Diego’s most awarded and trusted cosmetic practice!
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