LIPOSUCTION IN
NEW YORK CITY

New Look New Life (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/)has dedicated itself to providing safe and beautiful aesthetic results to our New York-based and out-of-town patients. In the privacy and safety of our certified operating room, Dr. Claudia Kim (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.newlooknewlife.com/dr-claudia-kim)and our skilled team personalize each treatment to the patient. We offer round-the-clock access and care so that no patient ever feels like they are alone in this process.

Liposuction is performed to reduce fat and provide a more toned appearance to the: • Abdomen • Hips • Thighs • Knees • Ankles • Buttocks • Back • Arms • Neck (under the chin)

Liposuction is often desired by individuals who struggle with stubborn areas of fat and are hoping to achieve a sculpted body contour. Ideal candidates for this procedure do not smoke, are in good overall health, and have realistic expectations of their results. While this surgery can offer significant benefits to any of its candidates, the best results are often seen in patients who are close to their ideal weight. Some patients may be better suited waiting for their treatment until after they have lost some weight naturally. Approved patients with a higher BMI may be required to undergo a series of carefully crafted liposuction treatments.

What Is Discussed During My Liposuction Consultation? Your consultation is essential to a successful liposuction treatment. During this meeting, Dr. Claudia Kim will: • Discuss your goals for your liposuction • Take your measurements and photos • Determine which areas are appropriate for fat removal • Recommend combination procedures, if necessary • Develop a customized surgical plan If you think you may be a candidate for liposuction, contact New Look New Life by calling (212)-830-6830 or book your consultation online.(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/book-now)

Liposuction is a highly nuanced and customizable procedure. Dr. Claudia Kim will work closely with you to design a treatment plan that will safely and effectively achieve your cosmetic goals. Liposuction is an outpatient procedure that usually takes between one and one-and-a-half hours to complete. This time allotment may be higher if there are multiple treatment areas or if your liposuction is being combined with another procedure. Depending on the techniques chosen, your liposuction will be performed under local or general anesthesia. In cases of general anesthesia, you will need a companion to drive you home and stay with you for 24 to 48 hours to assist with regular activities.

Tumescent liposuction, or traditional liposuction, involves the injection of a tumescent fluid that causes the fat cells to swell and become firm. This allows the fat cells to be more easily dislodged and removed during the treatment. Once detached from the tissue walls, the cells are carefully suctioned out through a narrow tube (known as a cannula) that is inserted through small incisions near the treatment site.

Tickle Lipo, which is also known as lunchtime liposuction or power-assisted liposuction, is a less invasive fat removal technique that can be accomplished in a shorter amount of time using only local anesthesia. This variation quickly eliminates fat in targeted areas, such as the stomach, thighs, hips, love handles, back, buttocks, arms, chest, ankles, and calves. Nicknamed for the tickling sensation it creates, this procedure uses an oscillating (vibrating) cannula to break up the fat cells before they are removed. This step minimizes trauma to the surrounding tissue, allowing for a nearly pain-free treatment. Patients can return to work and their day-to-day activities almost immediately following a Tickle Lipo treatment. Results will continue to improve in the days following your surgery.

Liposuction provides significant benefit as a standalone procedure; however, as this surgery does not address skin or muscle laxity, it may need to be performed with an additional body contouring procedure. Depending on your needs, you can combine liposuction with a Tummy Tuck,(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/tummy-tuck) Thigh Lift,(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/thigh-lift) Arm Lift,(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/arm-lift) or Breast Augmentation.(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/breast-augmentation) Combining these is incredibly popular for patients undergoing a Mommy Makeover.(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/mommy-makeover) Alternatively, you can choose to use the harvested fat to add volume and shape to other areas of the body through Fat Grafting (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/fat-grafting)or a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/bbl) Dr. Claudia Kim will discuss safe and effective combination surgeries during your consultation.

While Liposuction (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/liposuction)is the gold standard for permanently removing stubborn pockets of fat, it is not designed to tighten the overlying skin. If you have mild to moderate skin laxity, removing fat can sometimes leave the treated area looking slightly loose or deflated. By pairing your liposuction with a Renuvion® (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/renuvion)treatment, Dr. Claudia Kim (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.newlooknewlife.com/dr-claudia-kim)can actively shrink and tighten the skin from the inside out using advanced radiofrequency and helium plasma energy. This dynamic combination ensures your newly sculpted contours look incredibly smooth, firm, and natural.

Following your liposuction surgery, your incisions will be covered with small bandages, and your treatment areas may be wrapped with compression garments. These garments help reduce post-operative swelling by promoting blood circulation. Patients who undergo Tickle Lipo can return to work and their regular routines soon after their treatment. Patients who undergo traditional liposuction may require a few additional days to recover before returning to normal schedules. Regardless, all liposuction patients should refrain from strenuous activity for at least seven to 10 days. Dr. Claudia Kim provides all of her patients with her cell phone number so she can be reached at any time during recovery.

Liposuction is performed under anesthesia to prevent any pain during the procedure. Bruising and swelling are common following treatment, which may contribute to some post-surgical discomfort. Any soreness can be alleviated with prescribed pain medication or an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as TYLENOL®.

Your liposuction treatment requires small incisions to be made in the treatment area. While these incisions are small, they result in minimal scarring. However, these scars are strategically placed in indiscreet places—such as the natural creases of the body—and are nearly undetectable once healed. Any resulting scars will fade with time and can be minimized further with silicone strips and topical scar creams.

Your liposuction treatment will be personalized depending on your physical needs and aesthetic desires. At New Look New Life, a Tickle Lipo treatment starts at $3,500, and a traditional liposuction treatment starts at $5,000. This amount may fluctuate significantly depending on the extent of fat removal, the number of treatment areas, combined surgical procedures, and facility/anesthesia fees. You can view our Pricing Page (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/pricing)to learn more.

You will be required to stop all tobacco use for at least two weeks before and after your surgery. Smoking inhibits blood flow, which can increase your chances of complications. You will also be asked to stop any blood-thinning medication or herbal supplements, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and NSAIDs. Dr. Claudia Kim will provide you with a thorough list of preparation guidelines.

Traditionally, the maximum amount of fat safely removed during a single liposuction treatment is five liters, which correlates to roughly 10 to 12 pounds. While this amount may be appropriate for some, it varies significantly depending on your age, health, and BMI. You should discuss your specific options with Dr. Claudia Kim during your consultation.

Even though abdominal liposuction addresses the same region as a tummy tuck, they are not interchangeable. Liposuction only removes excess fat. A Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/tummy-tuck)removes fat and excess sagging skin while tightening separated abdominal muscles.

The best candidates for this combination are individuals who are close to their ideal weight, have stubborn fat they want to eliminate, and exhibit mild to moderate skin sagging. If you have severe, heavy skin laxity (which is often seen after massive weight loss or multiple pregnancies), Dr. Claudia Kim may recommend an excisional procedure like a Tummy Tuck (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/tummy-tuck)or Body Lift (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/body-lift)instead to guarantee the best possible results.

Liposuction is very safe when performed by a skilled, board-certified cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Claudia Kim. Complications are uncommon but can include adverse reactions to anesthesia, infection, bleeding, blood clots, prolonged healing, or skin irregularities. You can reduce your chances of complications by strictly following your post-operative instructions.

Not at all! One of the biggest advantages of combining these two procedures is convenience. Because Renuvion® is minimally invasive and utilizes the exact same tiny incisions already made for your liposuction cannula, it adds virtually no extra downtime to your recovery. You get the powerful, dual benefits of fat removal and skin tightening in a single surgical setting at New Look New Life.(https://www.newlooknewlife.com/)

There is a common misconception that fat is moved from one area of the body to another during liposuction. This is not true. Liposuction permanently removes fat cells. If you experience weight gain following treatment, your remaining fat cells will grow in size. Because there are fewer fat cells in the treated area, new weight gain may be more noticeable in untreated areas first.

You will begin to see the results immediately following your procedure, and these results will continue to improve over the following weeks as swelling subsides. Your liposuction results will be permanent as long as you maintain a stable weight by following a healthy lifestyle!

Yes! Achieving your dream body shouldn't cause financial stress. We offer convenient medical financing options through CareCredit®, Alphaeon Credit, Cherry, and PatientFi to assist you in paying for your body contouring. You can review our Pricing & Financing information (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/pricing)to learn how to break your procedure down into manageable monthly payments.

Absolutely. For active patients who have built a strong muscular foundation but have a stubborn layer of fat obscuring their definition, we offer specialized contouring techniques. Procedures like Abdominal Etching (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/abdominal-etching)utilize precision liposuction to highlight your natural musculature, giving you the "six-pack" or highly toned appearance you've been working toward at the gym.

Taking the first step is simple! Because liposuction results are highly individualized, we begin every journey with a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Claudia Kim. If you're ready to say goodbye to stubborn fat for good, you can Book Now (https://www.newlooknewlife.com/book-now)online or call our New York office directly at (212)-830-6830 to find a consultation time that fits your busy schedule!