What Is Liposuction?
No matter how much effort you put in at the gym, you might still struggle with pockets of stubborn fat that hold back your confidence. Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery offers the most advanced techniques to effectively eliminate fat from different areas of the body. Liposuction is a body reshaping procedure that reduces fat from the abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks to produce a more defined appearance. It can also be combined with other body contouring solutions (like tummy tuck surgery) to create a more complete transformation. Schedule a consultation at our Chicago, IL plastic surgery practice to discover the results you can achieve with liposuction.
How Is Liposuction Performed?
Liposuction is performed as an outpatient procedure with the patient under general anesthesia. To start, your surgeon will make a very small incision near the treatment area. A cannula (a hollow medical tube) will be inserted and used to break up fatty tissue before vacuuming it out. After removing the desired amount of fat, we'll close up the incision and move you to a recovery room for monitoring. Depending on the amount of fat to be removed and the number of areas we're treating, your liposuction procedure could take 1 – 3 hours. Before releasing you, we'll discuss aftercare instructions and arrange a follow-up appointment at our Chicago, IL office to make sure the healing process is going smoothly.
What Are the Benefits of Liposuction?
When diet and exercise aren't enough to get the results you want, liposuction at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery offers a quick and comfortable way to remove excess fat and achieve your desired figure. Some of the benefits of this procedure include:
- Minimal scarring
- Targets health issues, including gynecomastia and lipodystrophy syndrome, among others
- Melts away stubborn fat from problem areas
- Improves self-image and confidence
- May improve health by lowering body mass index (BMI)
- Treats numerous body parts
- Helps body symmetry and harmony
- Reshapes and contours the physique
- Treatments are comfortable with minimal downtime
Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery Reviews
I've lived in Chicago for 20 years, and have visited a handful of different med spas and have been under the care of a couple of other plastice surgeons in the Chciago Metro area. However, no experience was as wonderful as mine with Dr. Simon at Northwestern. I've lost and gained quite a bit of weight over the last 15 years or so and decided to have chin lipo, and couldn't be happier. I feel and look amazing, and will not go back to another Doctor now. His PA MoniKa is equally as lovely, and caring as Dr. Moradian himself. I would recommend Dr. Moradian, his staff, and his practice to everyone I know!
Five stars is not enough. I came to Dr. Moradian for an upper bleph - my results were phenomenal. I didn't want to look surprised or crazy; I wanted to look like I got a good night's sleep. And that is exactly what he delivered. He and NSPS also went the extra mile to make sure I was comfortable. Dr. Moradian is truly a talented surgeon and I was lucky to find him.
I visited Dr Fine and his team after a failed breast reconstruction after being treated for cancer with mastectomy, chemo and radiation. From the first visit, there were noticeable differences between my prior surgeon and him. He and his team are empathetic and make their patients feel at ease and cared for. At each visit, he and his team have spent a lot of time with me. The visits never feel rushed. At my first visit, he looked at my infected reconstructed breast with an exposed implant and calmly explained what was necessary to fix it. He then explained the procedure he thought would be helpful and showed me before and after pictures of patients who had undergone the suggested surgery. The end result was gorgeous, by the way, in all of these pictures---even in post radiation patients. In this visit alone, he spent more time with me than my prior surgeon had spent with me over multiple visits. He answered all my very detailed questions. In my first visit with my prior surgeon, before my mastectomy, my husband and I were left alone in an exam room for about an hour with a saline-filled implant and silicone-filled implant on the counter to look at. The surgeon I went to before spent about 20 minutes with me in that visit and did not go into detail. The choices presented to me were implant reconstruction with saline- or silicone-filled implants or an abdominal flap procedure that takes 2-4 months to recover from. I am very career-oriented and don't have 2 months to take off of work. Dr Fine, on the other hand, gave me the option of a latissimus dorsi flap with a significantly shorter recovery time, lower complication rate, and better aesthetic result. He gives you his honest opinion based on 30 years of experience. He tells you the hard truths: such as that 50% of implant reconstructions fail after radiation therapy. I wish I would have known that before I started on this journey because I would have made very different choices. The icing on the cake was when he took out the infected implant in his office, which makes a woman feel really terrible and ugly and scared, and his very kind PA told me I have beautiful eyes. Wow. What a caring team.
I visited Dr Fine and his team after a failed breast reconstruction after being treated for cancer with mastectomy, chemo and radiation. From the first visit, there were noticeable differences between my prior surgeon and him. He and his team are empathetic and make their patients feel at ease and cared for. At each visit, he and his team have spent a lot of time with me. The visits never feel rushed. At my first visit, he looked at my infected reconstructed breast with an exposed implant and calmly explained what was necessary to fix it. He then explained the procedure he thought would be helpful and showed me before and after pictures of patients who had undergone the suggested surgery. The end result was gorgeous, by the way, in all of these pictures---even in post radiation patients. In this visit alone, he spent more time with me than my prior surgeon had spent with me over multiple visits. He answered all my very detailed questions. In my first visit with my prior surgeon, before my mastectomy, my husband and I were left alone in an exam room for about an hour with a saline-filled implant and silicone-filled implant on the counter to look at. The surgeon I went to before spent about 20 minutes with me in that visit and did not show me any before or after pictures. The choices presented to me were implant reconstruction with saline- or silicone-filled implants or an abdominal flap procedure that takes 2-4 months to recover from. I am very career-oriented and don't have 2 months to take off of work. Dr Fine, on the other hand, gave me the option of a latissimus doors flap with a significantly shorter recovery time, lower complication rate, and better aesthetic result. He gives you his honest opinion based on 30 years of experience. He tells you the hard truths: such as that 50% of implant reconstructions fail after radiation therapy. I wish I would have known that before I started on this journey because I would have made very different choices. The icing on the cake was when he took out the infected implant in his office, which makes a woman feel really terrible and ugly and scared, and his very kind PA told me I have beautiful eyes. Wow. What a caring team.
Dr. Moradian performed an incredible job! He’s one of the sweetest and compassionate doctors/surgeons I’ve ever encountered. He made me feel incredibly comfortable and relieved, putting all my anxieties to rest. I underwent a transaxillary breast augmentation, and I’m thrilled with the results. All of my friends and family are blown away by my outcome. I have a new sense of confidence that has changed my life. While I was in my recovery room, Dr. Moradian not only took care of me but also spoke to my family and answered all their questions. He exudes a sense of safety and ensures that you receive the best possible outcomes. He took the time to personally check up on me and kindly encouraged me to reach out to him. Dr. Moradian genuinely cares about your concerns and takes the time to explain everything in detail. I am so fortunate to have found him!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does liposuction cost?
The cost of liposuction depends on factors such as the technique used and the number of areas being treated. During your consultation, we will create a personalized treatment plan that takes your goals, needs, and budget into account. Once your plan is finalized, we will review the estimated pricing with you. To make your procedure more affordable, we accept multiple forms of payment and can assist you in finding low-interest medical financing.
What about nonsurgical liposuction?
Advancements in aesthetic technology have introduced many nonsurgical fat reduction options, including treatments like CoolSculpting, Vanquish, UltraShape, Liposonix, and KYBELLA. While nonsurgical options may help some patients with mild to moderate fat reduction, liposuction often provides more consistent and dramatic results. We will explain both surgical and nonsurgical options during your consultation and help you decide which treatment is best suited to your goals.
Will I have scars?
Since liposuction is a surgical procedure, small incisions are necessary, which will result in minor scarring. However, we take great care to minimize the visibility of scars by placing incisions in natural creases or less noticeable areas. After your procedure, we will provide thorough aftercare instructions to help your incisions heal properly and fade over time.
Will my results last?
To maintain your long-term liposuction results, staying committed to a healthy lifestyle is important. While liposuction removes targeted fat cells, future weight fluctuations can still affect your outcome. We recommend patients reach or be near their ideal weight before surgery and maintain a stable weight afterward. Pregnancy or significant weight gain after liposuction can impact your results, though additional treatments, such as a mommy makeover, can help restore your appearance if needed.
Get Rid of Stubborn Fat
Say goodbye to unsightly fat and enjoy a slimmer, more confident appearance with liposuction at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery. If you're close to your goal weight and looking for extra help to attain your ideal shape, our Chicago, IL plastic surgeons are here to help. Contact our practice today to arrange your consultation and learn more.
