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Liposuction for Men

With Dr. Vincent Riccelli · Boca Raton, Florida

Liposuction for Men

Demand is on the rise for male liposuction, using techniques that deliver the results and minimal downtime men seek in cosmetic procedures.

Liposuction works in the fat beneath the skin

Liposuction removes selected fat deposits beneath the skin. Skin elasticity and the existing contour help determine what the procedure can address.

Cross-section showing skin above a yellow fat layer, a liposuction cannula within that layer, and muscle below.
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The cannula works within the fat layer.

Loose skin may need a different approach.

Liposuction works in the fat beneath the skin

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Cross-section showing skin above a yellow fat layer, a liposuction cannula within that layer, and muscle below.

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Achieving that v-shaped male physique is not only attractive, but helps a man maintain a healthy hip-to-waist ratio necessary for optimal overall health and well-being. When diet and exercise and sometimes heredity keep you from meeting your goals, liposuction is a surgical option to getting there.

Techniques used in liposuction include:

  • tumescent liposuction — uses local anesthesia
  • power-assisted liposuction — (PAL) uses a gently-vibrating cannula to remove fat cells
  • ultrasonic-assisted liposuction — (UAL) uses a cannula that produces ultrasonic energy that causes the fat cells to liquefy making them easier to extract

Liposuction for men in the hands of a skilled surgeon and a body contouring expert can be a powerful tool, targeting areas of stubborn fat, removing that so-called “spare tire” and helping to achieve that v-shape. This procedure is typically about 2 hours and does require a few days of recovery. Bruising and swelling is normal and diminishes in due course. Your procedure may include one or some application of several techniques, selected to achieve the best result for each individual case.

To learn about liposuction for men, please read the guide below or contact Ennis Plastic Surgery at 561-405-9020 to book a consultation or ask us a question. We are here to help you get the look you desire.

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