Liposuction

While the best way to lose weight is to change nutrition and exercise habits, most people are not able to rid themselves of fat from specific areas. This is most commonly seen on the legs, buttocks, hips, stomach, arms, chin, neck and ankles. If diet and nutrition fail,  liposuction can remove fat in the problem area and return better tone to your body.

Dr. Gonzalez uses liposuction to provide a shapelier and more defined body shape to his patients. The process begins with him making a small incision on the area being treated. After this, a thin hollow tube is inserted into the incision and it starts vacuuming out the fat cells. Liposuction is an outpatient procedure, it is done under anesthesia and takes two or more hours depending on how many body parts are being treated. Some temporary side effects include temporary bruising, numbness, soreness and burning sensations, but these will subside in two weeks or less. One the site has healed; the patient will be able to see a tighter physique.

The procedure is perfect for those patients who are worried about scarring, and it can be combined with a tummy tuck to achieve the best results. At our practice in Orlando, Dr. Gonzalez will discuss with you which is the best method to help you achieve your goal body and decide on a treatment method that will be tailored to your needs.