Liposuction in Atlanta, GA

Introduction

Liposuction

At our boutique practice in Atlanta, liposuction is our most popular procedure. For some people, losing weight is as easy as breathing, or at least it can seem that way. This is usually not the case; however, for most people, it takes dedication to a proper diet and plenty of exercise to achieve the body type they desire. There’s another demographic that, even with their due diligence, age, and genetics, results in stubborn fat that seemingly collects with no hope of ever getting rid of it. At Dr. Lissa Plastic Surgery, we want to help our patients get rid of that unwanted fat with Liposuction in Atlanta. To learn about the different techniques we offer and if you’re a qualified candidate, keep reading below.

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What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that reshapes a specific area of your body by removing excess fat for a more contoured appearance. Dr. Lissa Bootstaylor uses a suctioning technique to remove excess fat from an area of your body, such as your waist or thighs, and reshape them. In some cases, you can undergo liposuction with a local anesthetic, but larger areas may require a general anesthetic, so you sleep through the procedure.

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What areas can Liposuction treat?

Liposuction works on nearly any problem area of your body where you’d like a more defined contour or silhouette. Some of the most popular areas for liposuction include:

  • Ankles – reduces “cankle” appearance
  • Arms – sculpts and defines to provide a toned appearance and “cut” upper arms
  • Back – removes dreaded back fat to soften and create a more feminine physique
  • Belly – create curves and sculpted abs and 
  • Buttocks – makes it more proportioned to the rest of your body
  • Chest or breasts – remove “side boob” or “man boob” fat
  • Flanks – remove love handles and muffin tops
  • Knees – reduces the opportunity for  “runners’ knees”
  • Neckline and the area under the chin – double chin removal
  • Thighs (Outer/ Inner) – defines thighs in proportion to knees and calves

You can get liposuction on more than one area at a time, or Dr. Bootstaylor may recommend combining liposuction with other procedures, such as a tummy tuck or Brazilian butt lift.

Dr. Lisa’s Liposuction Expertise

Dr. Lissa Liposuction Expertise in Atlanta

  • Dr. Lissa Bootstaylor has performed thousands of successful Liposuction surgeries throughout her career.
  • Named a Top Plastic Surgeon by US News and World Report
  • Received her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, did her plastic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh, and her surgical residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.
  • Dr. Lissa is a certified member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the Atlanta Medical Association, and the Atlanta Women’s Medical Alliance.
  • She is the Medical Director of Atlanta’s premiere plastic surgery center, Atlanta APC Plastic Surgery.
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Liposuction at First Glance

  • Surgery Time: Time will vary on the extent of the surgery and technique, but you should expect between one and four hours
  • Price: The cost of liposuction tarts at $2,000 per area
  • Recovery: Patients should be able to return home after their surgery, but the recovery time will vary. You can expect to be bruised and swollen for at least 10 to 14 days. You should be able to return to light work within a few days and slowly return to working out within two to three weeks.
  • Results: Depending on how much fat is removed, you can expect to see the final results within one to three months.

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High BMI Liposuction

Traditional Liposuction is performed on patients with lower Body Mass Indexes of 21-30, but when performed on patients with higher BMIs, there are some larger risks of medical problems and aesthetic challenges. In the past, the only way for Plus-size patients to undergo Liposuction was to lose enough weight before receiving the treatment, which, as mentioned above, is not always easy.

Over the last twenty years, Dr. Lissa has focused on highlighting her patients’ figures using liposuction and abdominoplasty surgery. Although this produced some excellent results, a large enough sample of patients had to be excluded because of the amount of downtime a tummy tuck required and the production of a long, visible scar.

Thankfully, when Awake Liposuction is performed in stages, patients with higher BMIs can see great, shapely results without the need for general anesthesia or long recovery times. Dr. Lissa can use her artistic eye to create a gorgeous hourglass figure using this technique. She has helped patients with BMIs as high as 47 who are in overall good health.

For more information on High BMI Liposuction, you can read more about it in a blog written by Dr. Lissa Bootstaylor HERE.

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Liposuction with Tummy Tuck

When you lose a lot of weight quickly, your skin is likely to become loose and sagging because your skin’s elasticity doesn’t have an opportunity to keep up. This is why many of our Atlanta patients combine a Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty with their Liposuction. One major benefit of this combination of procedures is that you can address exercise-resistant fat simultaneously by eliminating loose skin and repairing muscle tissue.

For more information on what takes place during an Abdominoplasty, please refer to its dedicated page HERE.

What are the Benefits of Liposuction?

Our patients have experienced the following benefits that Liposuction in Atlanta has to offer:

  • Boosts Self-esteem
  • Improved Health
  • Improvement in appearance and the way others perceive you
  • Lose stubborn fat that diet and exercise can’t
  • Permanently removes fat cells
  • Safe way to remove fat

Who are the Best Candidates for Liposuction?

It is also very important to understand that getting liposuction in Atlanta is not intended to be used as a weight loss tool but rather as a means of reducing and sculpting stubborn excess fat areas that normal exercise is having difficulty removing. We highly encourage practicing a healthy lifestyle to keep the weight off and maintain your appearance. To find out if you are a good candidate for any of our Liposuction procedures, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Lissa.

  • Are you in good shape and working towards sculpting your silhouette
  • Attempted to lose weight through normal diet and exercise but are having difficulty with fat storage in certain areas
  • In overall good health
  • Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or less 
  • Have good skin elasticity
  • Nonsmoker
  • Possess regions of localized fat that can be harvested.

What’s the First Step?

The first step to getting liposuction in Atlanta is to contact Dr. Lissa Plastic Surgery to schedule a consultation. During your visit to our boutique office, you’ll meet with Dr. Lissa Bootstaylor to discuss your treatment goals. She will examine the areas you want to improve, answer your questions, and review the various liposuction techniques she offers, working with you to determine the best option for your needs. Your lifestyle and medical history will also be discussed confidentially to minimize any risks during your procedure or recovery.

Once you and Dr. Lissa have agreed on the techniques and expected results, she will create a personalized procedure plan for you. Our Patient Coordinator will then assist with scheduling your procedure date and provide detailed pre-op instructions to ensure the safest and most successful outcome.

How Do I Prepare for My Liposuction?

Preparing for liposuction in Atlanta is important in ensuring your procedure goes smoothly, and you recover quickly and effectively. Here’s a guide to help you get ready for your liposuction with Dr. Bootstaylor.

By taking these steps to prepare for your liposuction with Dr. Bootstaylor, you’ll be setting yourself up for a smoother procedure and a quicker, more effective recovery. Follow all of Dr. Bootstaylor’s recommendations carefully, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions before the surgery!

  • Consult with Dr. Bootstaylor
  • Follow pre-surgery instructions
  • Arrange transportation
  • Prepare for home recovery
  • Stop smoking
  • Avoid alcohol and certain medications
  • Hydrate and eat well
  • Plan post-surgery care
  • Plan time off from work

Liposuction Recovery

Preparing for liposuction is important in ensuring your procedure goes smoothly, and you recover quickly and effectively. Here’s a guide to help you get ready for your liposuction with Dr. Bootstaylor.

  • Consult with Dr. Bootstaylor
  • Follow pre-surgery instructions
  • Arrange transportation
  • Prepare for home recovery
  • Stop smoking
  • Avoid alcohol and certain medications
  • Hydrate and eat well
  • Plan post-surgery care
  • Plan time off from work

By taking these steps to prepare for your liposuction with Dr. Bootstaylor, you’ll be setting yourself up for a smoother procedure and a quicker, more effective recovery. Follow all of Dr. Bootstaylor’s recommendations carefully, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions before the surgery!

Tips for Recovery

Recovering from liposuction surgery involves careful attention to both physical care and lifestyle choices to ensure the best results and minimize complications. Here are some key recovery tips:

  • Follow Dr. Bootstaylor’s instructions
  • Wear compression garments
  • Manage pain and swelling
  • Get plenty of rest
  • Drink water and eat right
  • Limit physical activity
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol
  • Be patient with your recovery
  • Follow-up with Dr. Bootstaylor

Following these tips and Dr. Bootstaylor’s guidance can help ensure a smoother recovery and better final results after liposuction.

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What to Expect on the Day of Liposuction Surgery

When you show up for your Liposuction, we will first ensure your comfort. If you’re getting normal liposuction, the type of anesthesia used will vary. Local anesthesia is used for small areas, and general anesthesia is used for more extensive procedures.

After making a small incision, usually between 0.4 and 0.8 inches in length, Dr. Lissa will insert a blunt instrument that is attached to a rubber tubing, passing it back and forth along your unwanted fat, essentially scraping it loose and vacuuming it, thanks to the machine it’s attached to that generates high vacuum pressure. Once finished, Dr. Lissa will cover up the incisions. 

The procedure can last from 30 minutes to four hours, depending on the area or areas being operated on and the technique used.

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Why Choose Dr. Lissa?

Lissa Bootstaylor, MD, has pioneered and perfected twilight liposuction for body contouring in both men and women. During this fast recovery procedure, five liters of fat can be removed without the “deep dive” of general anesthesia. Men and women in their 20s through their 80s rely on the expertise of Dr. Bootstaylor and her passion for providing the most comprehensive medical and aesthetic services with a personalized touch. As one of Atlanta’s premiere plastic surgeons, she is widely considered to have a wealth of knowledge and experience in her field.  She is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), and a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. She strives to create a plastic surgery experience and an aesthetic result that taps into your innermost desires for timeless beauty.

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Schedule a Consultation

If only those stubborn pockets of fat responded to diet and weight-loss efforts, men and women of all ages would have their ideal body shape and feel more confident wearing their favorite clothes. Fortunately, for those hard-to-conquer areas of fat, Lissa Bootstaylor MD, one of Atlanta’s top plastic surgeons, offers liposuction to contour your body and get rid of those annoying bulges. Liposuction is a time-tested procedure that can enhance your figure, and Dr. Bootstaylor specializes in removing fat and contouring your silhouette so you look good from all angles. Call us at (404) 240-2804 to schedule a consultation or book one online today.

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Liposuction FAQs

  • “Dr. Bootstaylor performed my plastic surgery several years ago in multiple areas. My results were amazing! She is a perfectionist.”
  • I don’t think there are words to describe the experience with Dr. Lissa and staff. The love and kindness is profound. They make you feel heard, but most of all, they make everyone feel beautiful. They treat you like family, not just another patient off of the street. Love, love love, Dr. Lissa Bootstaylor and the ladies of the office!
  • The entire staff was friendly and professional. They took the time to go over the entire procedure with me. As for Dr Lissa, she was very personable and she listened to me. And answered all my questions and concerns.

Patient Resources

We’re here to help, with a number of patient resources designed to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Read through the materials below, and don’t hesitate to reach out and set up your consultation to learn more about what we can do for you.

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