Liposuction
Slip Into Your Sleekest Silhouette
Why choose MidAmerica Plastic Surgery for liposuction?
Sculpt your ideal silhouette with advanced liposuction. Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures, designed to target stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise.
Patients from Glen Carbon, IL, and beyond trust board-certified plastic surgeon Ryan Diederich, MD, for safe and effective liposuction care tailored to their specific goals. Dr. Diederich prioritizes a well-informed process from consultation through recovery, taking time to learn about your needs and educate you about the best techniques to achieve your goals. Read on to learn more, or schedule your consultation today.
Liposuction at a Glance
- What It Is: A cosmetic surgery to remove localized fat deposits.
- Benefits: Enhanced body contours, and improved self-confidence.
- Downtime: Typically up to 6 weeks
- Duration: The procedure takes 1-4 hours, depending on the extent.
- Results: Visible within a few weeks, with final results in 3-12 months.
Unveil Your Best Body
What is liposuction?
Liposuction is a procedure from MidAmerica Plastic Surgery that removes excess fat deposits from targeted areas of the body to improve its shape and proportions. Liposuction is especially good for people from Maryville, Edwardsville, and metro St. Louis who have stubborn areas of fat that won’t go away despite diet and exercise. We use tumescent lipo and other advanced methods to achieve harmonious results in accordance with the highest safety standards.
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What to Expect During the Liposuction Procedure
How is liposuction completed?
Before the liposuction procedure, the areas of liposuction are marked as a guide to plan the appropriate treatment. Liposuction is able to specifically target areas that you want treated.
The tumescent liposuction technique uses a saline solution mixed with anesthetics and epinephrine to shrink fat cells and reduce bleeding. The tumescent medication is infiltrated in the target area through very small access points and is completed with minimal scarring. This method provides a more comfortable experience with faster recovery and enhanced precision in sculpting and contouring the body. Liposuction can be completed as an in-office procedure or in the operating room depending on each patient’s needs.
Targeted to Your Goals
What areas of the body can liposuction address?
Liposuction can target various areas of the body, including:
- Abdomen: To remove excess fat around the stomach.
- Thighs: To address inner and outer thigh fat.
- Hips: To contour the waist and hips.
- Arms: To reduce fat in the upper arms.
- Back: To smooth out fat deposits along the back.
Each area treated contributes to a more sculpted and harmonious body shape.
Confidence + Comfort
What are the benefits of liposuction?
Liposuction offers several benefits, including:
- Enhanced Body Contours: Achieve a more streamlined and proportionate appearance.
- Improved Self-Confidence: Feel more comfortable and confident in your body.
- Long-Lasting Results: Once fat cells are removed, they do not return, provided you maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Minimally Invasive: Compared to other surgical options, liposuction involves smaller incisions and a quicker recovery.
Guidance at Every Step
Am I a candidate for liposuction?
Ideal candidates for liposuction are individuals who are close to their ideal weight but have localized fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. Candidates should be in good overall health, have realistic expectations, and be non-smokers. Those with significant weight loss or skin laxity may require additional procedures such as a body lift to achieve optimal results. If you have specific health concerns or conditions, Dr. Diederich will discuss these during your consultation to ensure that liposuction is right for you.
Seamless Support
Liposuction Recovery
Recovery from liposuction typically involves a few weeks of downtime. You may experience some swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed medications and over-the-counter pain relievers. It is important to follow Dr. Diederich's aftercare instructions, including wearing compression garments, avoiding strenuous activities, and attending follow-up appointments. Most patients return to their normal activities within 1-2 weeks, though it may take several months to see the final results.
Refined and Renewed
How long for liposuction results?
Your results will slowly become apparent as the swelling and fluid retention reside. It can take a few months or up to one year for the swelling to fully resolve. With continued practices of healthy diet and fitness, the fatty tissue should be permanently removed.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ryan Diederich
Dr. Diederich is a Southern Illinois native realizing his dream of giving back to the community. He helps patients feel and look their best with his surgical skills and compassionate care.
Now What?
Schedule Your Liposuction Consultation With Dr. Diederich
Dr. Ryan Diederich is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in a range of aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery in Glen Carbon, IL. If you’re looking for a plastic surgeon east of St. Louis, you can schedule a consultation online, or call us at (618) 288-7855 to schedule an appointment. A $200 consultation fee will be collected to reserve your appointment.
For more information see the American Society of Plastic Surgery topic “Liposuction”
*This article is intended as a guideline only. This is not intended as medical advice. There are no guarantees written or implied from the information presented here. Only a consultation can provide an appropriate evaluation and discussion regarding any procedure. Refer to your physician for medical decision-making and advice.
Liposuction
Frequently Asked Questions
Typically, up to 5 liters of fat can be safely removed in one session. It is important to understand that liposuction is not weight loss surgery. Rather, it provides targeted body contouring to help you achieve a more sculpted physique.
Dr. Ryan Diederich frequently performs liposuction for male patients. Their areas of concern often include:
- Double chin
- Chest (enlarged male breast tissue or “man boobs”) Gynecomastia
- Upper back
- Flanks (love handles)
- Belly
Dr. Diederich takes special care to enhance his male patients’ musculature and sculpt contours that enhance their masculinity.
Liposuction involves very small incisions, which usually heal with little to no perceptible scarring.
Yes, liposuction surgery can be combined with procedures such as tummy tucks or other types of body contouring for enhanced results. Dr. Diederich will learn about your goals to help you design a procedure that meets your unique needs.
Liposuction results are long-lasting, as the targeted fat cells are gone for good. However, if you gain weight, other fat cells in the area can grow larger, compromising your results. To maintain your results, stick to a healthy lifestyle including regular exercise and a balanced diet.
Liposuction is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the procedure's scope and patient preferences.
Some men and women may be good candidates for CoolSculpting®, a nonsurgical fat reduction treatment that produces less dramatic results than liposuction but requires no downtime. Your personal patient care coordinator will help you select the best treatment for your needs and preferences.
As with any procedure, there are risks. Fortunately, with liposuction, these risks are minimal. These include but are not limited to:
- Uneven contours
- Rippling or loose skin
- Skin or nerve damage
- Irregular pigmentation
- Infection
- Fat clots
- Blood clots
- Excessive fluid loss or fluid accumulation
- Unfavorable scarring
- Thermal burn or heat injury from ultrasound with the ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty technique
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding (hematoma)
- Change in skin sensation
- Skin discoloration or swelling
- Asymmetry
- Pain, which may persist
- Damage to deeper structures such as nerves, blood vessels, muscles, lungs, and abdominal organs
- Poor wound healing
- Persistent swelling in the legs
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Possibility of revisional surgery
