Tumescent Liposuction...

your first step to a new you.

Why should I consider tumescent liposuction at Skin Specialists?

Dr. Joel Schlessinger studied tumescent liposuction with the dermatologist who developed it and has performed over one thousand cases-making him one of the most experienced tumescent liposuction surgeons in the country.

The new tumescent technique, as practiced at Skin Specialists, offers significant improvements over earlier methods.

• It is considered the safest method as only a local anesthetic is necessary. This allows for a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere during the entire procedure and a quicker recovery.

• It allows for the removal of larger amounts of fat with smoother, more natural results.

• There is virtually no blood loss.

• It has proven to be less painful, with minimized post-operative recovery time. Most patients are back to work within one or two days.

• Recovery garments are comfortable and only need to be worn one month, as opposed to the six weeks or more required by other methods of liposuction.

• Many times tumescent liposuction can be done instead of a "tummy tuck." Fortunately the cost is much less and recovery time is much quicker than the tummy tuck.

Which areas can be improved with liposuction?

The most frequently treated areas in women are the abdomen, hips, thighs, knees, back area, chin and neck. In men, it's the area just above the waist, the abdomen, chest, flanks and the neck and chin area.

How does it work?

At Skin Specialists, excess fat is removed through tiny openings with a small stainless steel tube called a cannula about the size of a sippy straw. The cannula is connected to a very powerful suction pump and inserted through these openings. Because the cannulas are so small there is virtually no discomfort, recovery time is lessened, and a better cosmetic result can be achieved.

If you've tried exercise and dieting and still have areas on your body that won't respond, you should consider the newest method of liposuction, ultrasonic assisted tumescent liposuction - invented by a dermatologist. Before you select a physician and undergo the procedure, it's important for you to know that all liposuction - even tumescent liposuction - is not alike.

You may want to discuss:

• The surgeon's training

• The type of operating room and whether it is State Accredited

• If sedation is necessary

• The anesthetic that will be used

• The diameter of the cannulas used to extract excess fat

• The length of time needed to recover

• Complication rates

-Invented by a dermatologist, there's no need for general anesthesia and your liposuction is performed in the safety and comfort of our state accredited ambulatory surgical center.

For many people, tumescent liposuction is a dream come true.

Skin Specialists and aesthetic day spa are under the direction of Joel Schlessinger, M.D., Board Certified Dermatologist and Board Certified General Cosmetic Surgeon. He is nationally and internationally recognized for his work in general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery.