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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
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Sometimes, no matter how much you diet or exercise, Mother Nature just isn’t on your side. That’s where liposuction (aka lipo or liposculpture) comes in. Our San Diego body sculpting patients are usually already eating right and exercising, and are still bothered by some aspect of their shape—a muffin top, thigh bulge, arm fat, or double chin, just to name a few.
Our board-certified plastic surgeons have helped thousands of men and women like you get rid of stubborn fat and step out with bodies they love from head to toe. Sound like what you’re looking for? Your transformation is just a consultation away!
You can get your dream procedure without the hefty price tag! Our liposuction surgery starts at just $145 per month with affordable payment plans. Put down $1,500 and qualify with average credit for 60 months. Got above-average credit or can make a larger initial payment? Enjoy even lower monthly payments!
Liposuction pricing depends on your chosen technique, the areas treated, and the fat volume to be removed. Check out additional cost info, including fee ranges for each technique by clicking here.
Applying for plastic surgery financing is a breeze online, or we’ll guide you through it during your consultation. Let’s make it happen – you’ll look amazing!
Liposuction may be right for you if you’re tired of almost having the body you want. People of all ages and body types choose lipo to get rid of those last couple of stubborn inches, and in many cases, to reveal the hard work they’ve already put in on their bodies. Some typical patient profiles include:
In medical terms, these common scenarios all describe people with some amount of excess subcutaneous fat (the jiggly fat under the skin that you can pinch). This fat resists diet and exercise, so it sticks around even when you’re doing your best to eat well and stay active. Fortunately, this is exactly the type of fat liposuction addresses.
In addition to traditional lipo, you have access to even more body contouring approaches at LJC.
Take your muscle definition to new levels with HD Lipo, or “hi-definition liposculpture” in San Diego. Specialist Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes sculpts areas in immense detail to reveal underlying musculature and give you that lean, ultra-fit look.
Sculpt seamlessly slimmer contours around your entire tummy, flanks, and back with 360 Lipo. Specialist Dr. Luke Swistun uses this technique to create stunning, individualized results that look amazing from every angle.
Liposuction is practically a head-to-toe option. Popular liposuction procedure areas include the:
Men are sometimes concerned about fatty deposits on their chest (gynecomastia). Liposuction can be an excellent option for treating this condition and sculpting a firmer, more masculine-looking chest.
While liposuction provides satisfying improvements on its own, it also “plays well” with other procedures. Our surgeons often combine it with the following procedures:
Liposuction is also a key part of Brazilian butt lift surgery (BBL) as it is used to harvest the fat that is transferred to the buttocks.
Not sure how to get the look you want? Tell us about your goals, and we’ll show you the possibilities.
Try Our Treatment PlannerLiposuction is not a weight loss solution. It works best in the context of a healthy lifestyle and realistic expectations. The procedure is intended to produce long-term improvements in the contour and proportion of the treated areas. Improved liposuction techniques now allow larger amounts of fat to be safely removed, making the procedure beneficial for people with many different body types.
Your body mass index (BMI) is an important factor in evaluating whether liposuction is a good solution for you. Ideally, your BMI will be in or near the normal range for your height. Calculate your BMI here >>
Patients who haven’t yet achieved their safe, ideal weight range for liposuction may benefit from our medically assisted prescription weight loss programs.
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We hear this question a lot. We do offer CoolSculpting at our Laser & Skincare Clinic, and it’s a great nonsurgical fat reduction option for certain patients. Like liposuction, CoolSculpting shrinks fatty bulges and helps your clothes fit you better. However, it’s not a substitute for liposuction. A few of the key differences:
In short, if you’re basically happy with your proportions, CoolSculpting may be a great option for you to remove stubborn fat without any recovery. If you want to treat multiple areas or have a larger amount of fat to address, liposuction may yield more satisfying results. We’ll help you weigh your options at your consultation.
Liposuction is done on an outpatient basis in our AAAASF-accredited surgical suite. Your board-certified anesthesiologist will place you under general anesthesia to make sure you’re safe and comfortable from start to finish. During the procedure, your board-certified plastic surgeon will insert small suction tubes (cannulas) through very short incisions placed in well-hidden locations near the fat deposits. He or she will suction out excess fat to sculpt that attractive new shape you’ve been dreaming of.
Expect to return home on the day of surgery with treated areas wrapped in compression garments to minimize swelling and promote healing. These garments are thin and fit easily under your everyday clothing.
As techniques for liposuction have advanced, recovery time has become shorter for most people. Here is a general timeline of what to expect:
Keep in mind that patient experiences vary. If you have liposuction in multiple areas or a larger amount of fat removed, your recovery may take a little longer.
Since 1988, more than 36,000 patients have had safe, successful procedures at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Because the fat cells are physically removed, your new contour will last a lifetime. However, it’s still important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you gain weight after your procedure, it may show more in other areas where fat cells remain denser, which could affect your results. Many people find that the boost in self-confidence they experience after their surgery renews their commitment to eating well and staying in shape.
If you’d like to explore your options for sculpting your dream body with liposuction, we’d love to hear from you! Request your free consultation online or call (858) 452-1981 today to get started.
1Source https://cdn.surgery.org/media/statistics/aestheticplasticsurgerynationaldatabank-2020stats.pdf
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