Liposuction in Atlanta

No; we perform liposuction in Atlanta as an outpatient procedure, meaning that once your procedure is complete, we will release you into the care of a loved one to be driven home.

There are a few things you can do to prepare for liposuction at Artisan Plastic Surgery:

• You will be under general anesthesia for liposuction surgery, so you will be required to refrain from eating anything after midnight the night before.
• You must refrain from using blood-thinning drugs like NSAIDs or supplements for at least two weeks prior to the surgery.
• Arrange for a friend to drop you at home after your surgery.
• You will also likely require assistance during the initial night post-surgery.

There are a few things you can do to optimize your results after your liposuction in Atlanta:

• Minimal activity for the first 2 to 3 days after surgery.
• Limit lifting, pulling, and pushing over 5 lbs for 10 to 14 days.
• You may return to non-strenuous work approximately 1 week after surgery.
• No sports or gym activity for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise directed by the medical team.
• Wearing compression decreases your risk of developing a seroma (collection of fluid) and reduces swelling. Your compression garment should be worn 24/7 for 3 to 4 weeks, then 12 hours a day for the next 3 to 4 weeks. You are given one compression garment from the hospital. You are able to take the garment off to wash it.
• Your sutures will be removed at your first post-operative appointment in approximately 1 week.
• Do not submerge your body in any bodies of water, lakes, bathtubs, oceans and pools, until you are cleared by the medical staff. We want your incisions to be healed prior to bathing or swimming!

Unless otherwise noted by our medical staff and assuming no complications, your post-operative appointments are as follows:

• 1 week to remove sutures with medical staff.
• 3 weeks with medical staff.
• Approximately 6 weeks with the doctor.
• Moderate discomfort which should be relieved by the pain medication.
• Small amount of bloody drainage on the tape covering your incisions.
• Oozing from the incisions.
• Moderate swelling and bruising which can take up to 6 months to resolve.

Call the office (404-851-1998) if you experience:

• Severe pain not responding to the pain medications.
• Excessive swelling or swelling that is greater on one side than the other.
• Incisions that appear to be opening, becoming very red, or hot to the touch.
• A fever.
• If you have calf pain or swelling in one leg. This can be a sign of a blood clot requiring immediate attention.

Temporary swelling, bruising, and soreness are common in the first few weeks following liposuction. Pain is usually minimal, but if needed, we can prescribe mild pain medication to manage any discomfort. Most patients return to their normal routine within 1 to 2 weeks, though we recommend waiting 3 to 4 weeks before returning to vigorous exercise.

Our surgical team will provide you with detailed post-op instructions. Depending on the areas you’ve had treated, we may ask you to wear a compression garment for several weeks. This will reduce swelling, support the overall healing process, and facilitate the skin naturally tightening after liposuction.

While you may start to notice improved contours of your body within the first few weeks, it’s important to note that swelling and bruising may take a few months to fully subside. We will keep you informed every step of the way, including when to expect your final results and when it will be safe to resume your normal activities.

Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to target and remove excess fat from specific areas of the body, such as the stomach, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, or neck. It can also reshape and contour these areas to enhance overall body proportions. Other terms for liposuction include lipoplasty and body contouring.

At Artisan Plastic Surgery, we offer liposuction in Atlanta to address various areas of the body, including:

• Hips & Thighs
• Abdomen
• Buttocks
• Lower Back
• Upper Back (“Bra Rolls”)
• Upper Arms & Underarms
• Knees
• Neck & Chin

Ideal candidates for liposuction are individuals who are generally healthy and near their ideal weight, but have specific areas of excess fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. Liposuction can also be used to enhance the shape of a targeted area or better define the muscles underneath.

However, it’s important to note that liposuction is not a weight-loss solution. It is not intended to replace diet, exercise, or bariatric surgery. Instead, liposuction is most effective for individuals with localized fat deposits who are able to maintain a stable weight. To achieve the best results, good skin elasticity is essential to allow your skin to naturally conform to your new, slimmer contours.

The procedure is performed through small, discreet incisions, minimizing scarring. With proper post-surgical care, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, the results of liposuction can be long-lasting.