Procedures

Liposuction Surgery In Honolulu, Hawaii

Liposuction Surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii performed by a board-certified cosmetic surgeon. Information about Liposuction, Body contouring and more.

Liposuction or Lipo-sculpture (body contouring) is a safe and effective means of removing stubborn fat deposits from areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. Dr. Herbich performs the tumescent technique in which dilute local anesthetic is infiltrated into the are to be treated. This procedure has the advantage of reducing pain and bruising in the area. He prefers this technique over the internal ultrasound technique which has the great disadvantage of occasionally causing burns which may scar the area treated.

The best candidates for liposuction are people who are near their ideal weight and have firm, elastic skin with pockets of excess fat in certain areas. You should be physically healthy and realistic with your expectations. Individuals with certain medical conditions may not be suitable candidates for liposuction.

The time required to perform liposuction varies considerably, depending on the size of the area, the amount of fat being removed, the type of anesthesia and techniques used. Through a tiny incision, a narrow tube is inserted and used to vacuum the fat layer that lies deep beneath the skin. The cannula is then pushed and pulled through the fat layer, breaking up the fat cells and suctioning them out by a vacuum pump or a large syringe. The fluid lost along with the fat is replaced during the procedure to prevent shock. The patient is under careful observation throughout the procedure and receives intravenous fluids during and immediately after surgery.

Liposuction Surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii performed by a board-certified cosmetic surgeon. Information about Liposuction, Body contouring and more.

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