Stubborn pockets of fat do not always respond to changes in diet or exercise. For patients in Broward County who want to reshape specific areas, Hollywood Dermatology performs tumescent liposuction within our cosmetic surgery services. Dr. Eduardo Weiss is double board-certified in dermatology and micrographic dermatologic surgery, has more than three decades of experience, and lists tumescent liposuction among his areas of expertise.
What Is Tumescent Liposuction?
Tumescent liposuction is a surgical body-contouring technique used to remove localized fat. Before fat is removed, a large volume of diluted numbing solution is placed into the fatty tissue. This causes the tissue to become firm and swollen while numbing the region and helping limit bleeding.
A thin tube called a cannula is then inserted through small openings in the skin to remove selected fat deposits. The goal is to refine body contours, not to produce significant weight loss. Liposuction also does not reliably correct cellulite or markedly loose skin.
Who May Be a Candidate?
This procedure may be worth discussing if you are near a stable, healthy weight but still have an area of disproportionate fullness. Good skin elasticity can help the skin settle more smoothly after fat removal.
Before recommending surgery, we review your medical history, medications, previous procedures, skin quality, and the amount of fat you would like reduced. Common areas for liposuction include the abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, upper arms, back, neck, and jawline. The number of areas treated during one procedure varies by patient.
What Happens During Tumescent Liposuction?
Tumescent liposuction can be performed using local anesthesia. When local anesthesia alone is used, you remain awake while the area is numb. The tumescent solution is placed first, followed by careful removal of fat with the cannula.
Procedure length varies with the size and number of areas being treated. We explain the surgical plan, anesthesia approach, and aftercare before your procedure so you know what to expect.
Recovery and Results
Swelling, bruising, soreness, temporary numbness, and drainage from the small incision sites can occur after liposuction. A compression garment may be recommended to support the tissues and help control swelling during early healing.
Many patients can return to light daily activities within several days, although larger or multiple areas can require more recovery time. Your shape becomes clearer as swelling subsides, with continued improvement over the following weeks and months.
The fat cells removed during liposuction are permanently removed, but remaining fat cells can enlarge with weight gain. Maintaining a relatively stable weight can help preserve your new contours.
How Does Liposuction Compare With Nonsurgical Fat Reduction?
Surgery and nonsurgical fat reduction serve different needs. Liposuction physically removes fat and may create a more noticeable change in a selected area, while nonsurgical methods generally produce more gradual reduction without incisions.
Our fat and cellulite treatment services include CoolSculpting®. For fullness beneath the chin, KYBELLA® may also be considered. If anesthesia is a concern, our article about liposuction under local anesthesia gives additional background.
Why Choose Hollywood Dermatology for Tumescent Liposuction in Broward County?
Body contouring requires attention to both fat distribution and skin quality. Dr. Weiss brings decades of dermatology experience and specific expertise in tumescent liposuction, and our practice includes both surgical and nonsurgical approaches to localized fat. That range allows us to recommend care based on your anatomy, goals, and comfort with recovery rather than steering every patient toward the same procedure.
Discuss Your Body-Contouring Goals
If a stubborn pocket of fat continues to bother you, an in-person evaluation can help determine if tumescent liposuction fits your goals. Call Hollywood Dermatology at 954-961-1200 in Hollywood, FL, or contact us to arrange a consultation.
