Facial Liposuction

Dear Hatemycheeks I read your question and then I saw your picture and did a double take. Honestly you so don't need a face liposuction. First, let's talk about this and then I will discuss my concerns and then tell you what I think will help you. General plastic surgeons are trained to do everything under general anesthesia. It is like a cultural thing. However, they are not the only cats in town to do highly competent liposuction. Dermatologist actually get sued almost 100 times less... more

You do have mild excess jowl fat and this can be conservatively reduced by using small cannulas under local anesthesia in a sterile office surgical suite. This is called microliposuction. I use very small cannulas with diameters of 1.2 to 1.7 mm for this. Minimal bruising and minimal discomfort are expected, and it is important not to over correct. Consult a qualified board certified surgeon, and ask to see before and after photos of his patients, because results do vary somewhat with... more

In general, facial liposuction in a limited area can be performed under local anesthesia if you can tolerate the injection necessary to anesthetized the area of concern. However, your surgeon should carefully analyze your facial anatomy to determine what modification would give you the result you are looking for. While removal of fat might, laxity of the skin might also be an element as well as anatomy of the adjacent areas such as the chin. Facial liposuction is tricky and has little room... more

I currently do ALL of my liposuction under local anesthesia.  Patients are very comfortable with a little valium or xanax by mouth - just to eliminate their anxiety.  The local completely eliminates any discomfort. Go ahead and have the procedure.  You'll be glad you did.

You can definitely have liposuction done under local anesthesia. The better question is will it solve the problem that you don't like. It seems that you don't like the jowl area. This can sometimes be treated with liposuction, but will sometimes require something different for the best results.  Choose the best procedures to match your needs and concerns. Always consult with doctors that are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery to ensure that you are in... more

Facial liposuction is great for addressing your concerns. It can be performed in the office under local anesthesia if your plastic surgeon is set up that way. To find a local board certified plastic surgeon, check out the American Society of Plastic Surgeons website. Then, interview with several of them and see who you're most comfortable with. Good luck!

Agre with Dr Yuan would be cautious as removal of fat may lead to more sagging skin..if it doesnt bother you too much i would probably leave it alone..if it does then conservative liposuction should give you what you want..GL