Small-Area Liposuction - AesthetiCare AesthetiCare

Have you been frustrated by those persistent pockets of fat that refuse to budge despite your best efforts with diet and exercise? Perhaps you’ve achieved your ideal weight but still struggle with stubborn areas like love handles, bra bulge, or that double chin that makes you self-conscious in photos. If this sounds familiar, you’re certainly not alone.

Many people reach their fitness goals only to discover that certain areas of their body seem immune to even the most dedicated workout routines and healthy eating habits. These stubborn fat deposits can be incredibly frustrating and can prevent you from feeling confident in your own skin, even when you’re at your healthiest.

Small-area liposuction can help you achieve the refined body contours you’ve been working toward by targeting resistant fat deposits that diet and exercise simply cannot eliminate.

Understanding Small-Area Liposuction

Small-area liposuction is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove localized fat deposits from specific body areas. This outpatient surgery uses advanced techniques to target small, stubborn fat resistant to traditional weight loss methods.

Unlike large-volume liposuction, small-area liposuction focuses on refinement and contouring rather than dramatic fat removal. The procedure uses small cannulas and precise techniques to sculpt and define specific areas, creating smoother, more proportionate body contours. This targeted approach allows for faster recovery times and more natural-looking results.

The procedure works by inserting a thin tube called a “cannula” through tiny incisions to break up and suction out unwanted fat cells. Advanced techniques such as tumescent liposuction help minimize discomfort and reduce recovery time while maximizing precision and safety.

Common Areas That Small-Area Liposuction Addresses

1

Double Chin and Submental Fat

Fat accumulation under the chin creates a double chin appearance that persists regardless of weight loss. Small-area liposuction can eliminate this stubborn fat and create a more defined jawline and youthful profile.

2

Love Handles and Flanks

These persistent fat deposits on the sides of the waist are notoriously resistant to exercise and can prevent you from achieving the streamlined silhouette you desire.

3

Bra Bulge and Back Fat

Fat that accumulates around the bra line and upper back can create unflattering bulges that affect how clothes fit and your overall confidence.

4

Inner and Outer Thighs

Stubborn fat deposits on the thighs can create imbalanced proportions and prevent you from feeling confident in fitted clothing or swimwear.

5

Upper Arms

Fat accumulation in the upper arms can create a heavy appearance that many find bothersome, especially when wearing sleeveless clothing.

6

Abdominal Areas

Small pockets of fat that remain after weight loss can prevent you from achieving the toned abdominal appearance you’ve worked hard to attain.

The Small-Area Liposuction Journey

Consultation and Planning

Your journey begins with a thorough consultation where Dr. Korentager evaluates your areas of concern and overall body proportions. You’ll discuss your aesthetic goals and expectations, allowing him to develop a customized treatment plan. He’ll assess the quality of your skin and the amount of fat to be removed and determine the best approach for your specific needs.

Procedure Day

You’ll arrive at our outpatient surgical facility, where the procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation. Small incisions are made in inconspicuous locations, and a tumescent solution is injected to minimize discomfort and bleeding. Dr. Korentager then uses specialized cannulas to carefully remove targeted fat deposits with precision and artistry.

The procedure typically takes one to three hours, depending on the number and size of treated areas. Most patients go home the same day with compression garments to support healing and optimize results.

Recovery and Healing

Recovery from small-area liposuction is generally comfortable and straightforward. Some swelling, bruising and mild discomfort are normal. Compression garments help minimize swelling and support the healing tissues.

Most patients can return to work within two to five days, depending on the extent of treatment and the physical demands of their job. Light activities can be resumed within a few days, while more strenuous exercise should be avoided for about two weeks.

Initial results are visible once the swelling subsides, typically within a few weeks. Final results develop over several months as tissues settle and any remaining swelling resolves completely.

Long-Term Results and Maintenance

Small-area liposuction permanently removes fat cells from treated areas. The removed fat cells will not return, making results long-lasting when combined with a healthy lifestyle. However, remaining fat cells can still enlarge with weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight is essential for preserving your results.

Most patients enjoy their results for many years, with the improvements becoming a permanent part of their body contours. The key to maintaining results is continuing the healthy lifestyle habits that brought you to your ideal weight in the first place.

To maximize longevity, maintain a stable weight through regular exercise and healthy eating, stay hydrated and follow a consistent skincare routine to keep your skin healthy and elastic.

Paired Treatments

Small-area liposuction can be effectively combined with other body contouring procedures for more comprehensive results. It works well alongside surgical procedures like tummy tucks or can be performed with other small-area treatments in a single session for efficiency.

The procedure also beautifully complements nonsurgical treatments. CoolSculpting can address other areas of concern, while skin tightening treatments can enhance the smoothness of treated areas. Body contouring treatments like radiofrequency can further refine results.

During your consultation, Dr. Korentager will discuss how small-area liposuction can be integrated with other treatments to help you achieve your complete body contouring goals.

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Ideal Candidates for Small-Area Liposuction

The ideal candidate for small-area liposuction is someone who is at or near their ideal weight but struggles with localized fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise. Good candidates typically have specific areas of stubborn fat that bother them, good skin elasticity for optimal healing, realistic expectations about results and commitment to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Most patients are adults who have reached a stable weight and are bothered by specific areas rather than needing overall weight loss. Good overall health and non-smoking status are essential for safe healing and optimal results.

Individuals who may not be ideal candidates include those who need significant weight loss rather than spot reduction, have poor skin elasticity that may not contract well after fat removal, have unrealistic expectations about dramatic body transformation or have medical conditions that impair healing.

Meet Dr. Richard A. Korentager

We are excited to have Dr. Richard A. Korentager, MD, FACS, bringing his exceptional expertise to small-area liposuction procedures at AesthetiCare. With over 40 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Korentager brings unmatched precision and artistry to body contouring procedures.

As a board-certified plastic surgeon and Chair of the Department of Plastic, Burn and Wound Surgery at the University of Kansas, Dr. Korentager understands the importance of precision in achieving natural-looking results. His extensive surgical experience has taught him that successful small-area liposuction requires technical skill and an artistic eye for proportion and symmetry.

Dr. Korentager’s approach to small-area liposuction focuses on creating subtle, natural-looking improvements that enhance your existing body contours rather than making dramatic changes. His meticulous attention to detail ensures that results look proportionate and harmonious with your overall physique.

Precision Body Contouring for Your Goals

Small-area liposuction represents a refined approach to body contouring that focuses on precision and natural-looking results. By targeting specific areas of concern, this procedure can help you achieve the body contours you’ve been working toward without the downtime and recovery associated with more extensive procedures.

At AesthetiCare, Dr. Korentager’s expertise in small-area liposuction ensures you receive the highest level of care and optimal results. His artistic approach to body contouring creates improvements that look natural and proportionate to your overall physique.

The beauty of small-area liposuction lies in its ability to provide targeted solutions for specific concerns, allowing you to fine-tune your body contours and achieve the confidence that comes with loving how you look and feel.

Ready to Achieve Your Ideal Body Contours with Small-Area Liposuction?

If you’re frustrated by stubborn fat deposits that won’t respond to your healthy lifestyle efforts, small-area liposuction may be the precision solution you’ve been seeking. Don’t let isolated areas of stubborn fat prevent you from feeling confident and comfortable in your own skin.

With Dr. Korentager’s expertise in precision body contouring and our commitment to exceptional patient care, you can achieve the refined, natural-looking results you desire.

Call us at (816) 326-7207 or click below to schedule your small-area liposuction consultation today.

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Krissy is thorough and easy to talk to. She is confident in her skills and put me at ease.

Jessica is always keeping me up to date on new and exciting treatments. Although I have done multiple Intracel treatments in the past, this time she encouraged me to add on PRP. I highly recommend. Healing time was so fast!

Jessica did a great job always checking with me on how I was feeling. She was always concerned about how I was doing and doing the best job she could!

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