Liposuction

Childbirth is one of the most amazing experiences a woman can go through, but your body may go through some changes in order to give life. Many mothers are choosing to have a mommy makeover to regain their pre-pregnancy physique. How soon is too soon for plastic surgery? The answer is ultimately up to your body. Our […]

What is the liposuction procedure like? Small incisions (1/8th to 1/2 of an inch) are made to treat unattractive fat deposits on your body. A special “tissue wetting” solution containing lidocaine and epinephrine is injected into the treatment area to minimize bleeding and reduce postoperative discomfort.  A small cannula (hollow tube) is inserted and used to break […]

When patients are considering any type of plastic surgery procedure, one of their main concerns tends to be scarring. Although liposuction is much less invasive than other cosmetic surgery procedures, it still requires an incision, meaning a scar is unavoidable. However, this does not mean scarring has to be noticeable. Drawing from many years of experience, Dr. Angelchik works […]

Phoenix residents who are considering visiting a plastic surgeon to undergo liposuction should know they have options when it comes to their procedure. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Angelchik has years of experience with the liposuction procedure and helps you make the important decisions determining how pleasant your liposuction experience will be. One of the most important […]

Liposuction is one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the United States. Modern techniques incorporate innovations such as ultrasonic energy, power-assisted cannulas, wetting solutions, and more, allowing liposuction to treat a wider variety of body areas than ever before. Some of the most frequently-requested liposuction treatment areas include: Thighs Abdomen Neck Hips Waist […]

Like all surgical procedures, liposuction is accompanied by some minor soreness and discomfort. The intensity and duration of this soreness may vary depending on the location of your procedure and the amount of fat removed. The soreness is generally the most pronounced for the first two to four days of your liposuction recovery. After that, it should steadily […]

Liposuction can be a life altering procedure, providing you with many benefits. It is a great way to get rid of stubborn pockets of fat that have been resistant to diet and exercise. The end result is a more toned and sculpted body contour that will leave you looking and feeling your best. But the benefits […]

Many people mistakenly view liposuction as an alternative to weight loss. It is important to understand that liposuction is not a weight loss surgery like gastric bypass or lap-band surgery; instead, it is a body contouring procedure designed to help healthy individuals shape and tone their bodies in limited ways. Good liposuction candidates should already be at […]

The safety of liposuction depends on several factors – many of which can be controlled by you. Like all surgical procedures, liposuction comes with a certain degree of risk, but major complications are rare. If you are in strong metabolic health, at your target weight, and have realistic expectations, liposuction is one of the safest and most effective […]