In office liposuction safe?

In-office liposuction combined with Renuvion can be a safe and effective option for addressing localized fat and skin laxity when performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon. However, it is essential to note that treatments involving larger areas of the body should only be performed in an operating room under the supervision of an anesthesiologist for added safety. A thorough consultation with your surgeon will help determine if in-office treatment is suitable for your needs and ensure your goals can be safely achieved.

Thank you for your inquiry! An in-office visit or photos would help determine what option is better for you. There are factors to consider, the laxity of the skin and the amount of fat you would want removed. We would love to sit down with you to discuss your concerns. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss these options.

Thanks so much for your question,

The safety and success of the procedure depend heavily on the qualifications of the surgeon, the quality of the facility, and the adherence to proper medical protocols. Always ensure you have a thorough consultation with your surgeon to discuss your goals, evaluate your health, and determine the best approach for your specific needs.

Sincerely,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol

Hello, my name is Dr Igor Burko and I am a Plastic Surgeon at SY Aesthetics in NYC. Safety is of utmost importance prior to any procedure. It is difficult to answer this question without knowing your medical history and performing a physical examination. My recommendation is to consult with a trained plastic surgeon to discuss what procedure you are a candidate for.

There’s certainly nothing wrong with having small areas of liposuction in the office with a high concentration of lidocaine and just one area or two. But if the area has had previous liposuction or other work, there may be scar tissue where the surgeon has to be a bit more aggressive and it may be better to be under anesthesia. Also, if the areas that bother you have loose skin remember that liposuction can make it worse and will definitely want to combine it with skin tightening the machines like the Renuvion and maybe topical radio frequency like the Morpheus.

I have done awake liposuction and Renuvion The problem is, if you have had previous surgery in the area, it is much more difficult to numb and work through the scar tissue. This can make the procedure more painful and less effective.

My bigger concern is that with your history of weight loss, sagging skin, and previous skin removal surgery, I’m not sure lipo and renuvion will work to achieve your goals. Without photos it’s hard to say for sure, but I’m afraid you would end up disappointed.

In office liposuction can be safe. However, if you have lost weight and have hanging skin then in office liposuction will make your situation worse not better.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Liposuction under local with a little iv sedation for complete comfort is so much safer than general anesthesia and you usually get better results in liposuction since your doc can stand you up occasionally during the procedure to fine-tune the results which you can't do if under GA.

You did not post photos, nor discuss your medical issues, so I cannot be specific. However, in office awake liposuction is very safe if done on appropriate patients and by a physician who is trained. Most of my liposuction procedures are done in my office.

There are times when liposuction can be performed under local anesthesia but these are typically limited to small areas. An evaluation is needed but you may be a candidate for BodyTite which does not require general anesthesia. However if you are wanting to address several areas as well as improve skin laxity then surgery under general anesthesia is recommended for your safety and to optimize your results.