Basic Questions to Ask Your Doctor as You Explore the Possibilities of Liposuction

When you visit Dr. Dennis Dass, M.D. in Beverly Hills, California, to get liposuction in your abdominal and flank area, you can expect professional and safe medical care. Here are some basic questions you may want to ask as you begin exploring if liposuction is right for you.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a body contouring technique developed to reshape targeted areas of the body by removing fatty tissues. Liposuction is a great body contouring option for those who, through a proper diet and adequate exercise, are having problems eliminating areas of fatty tissue, including in the abdominal and flank area. 

When you visit your board-certified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Dennis Dass, a tool called a cannula will be used. A cannula is a long, hollow needle used to physically suck out and remove your excess fatty tissues through tiny and precise incisions. These incisions are placed strategically to contour and shape the targeted areas properly. The amount of fatty tissue removed via liposuction will vary from patient to patient but can be anywhere from just a couple of ounces to several pounds.

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Am I a Candidate for Liposuction?

Before determining if you are a good liposuction candidate, you must have realistic expectations. When you look into liposuction options in the Beverly Hills, California area, you must understand that it is not a weight loss method. Liposuction is excellent for better body definition and contouring, but it should never be considered a suitable replacement for a healthy diet and proper exercise.

Patients who visit Dr. Dass who are physically fit, healthy, and are close to or have maintained a healthy body weight for six or more months are likely to be considered good candidates for the procedure. Another factor that we will look at is the elasticity of your skin. This is important because, once the fatty tissues have been removed, your skin will need to be able to return to its original state, or you will have flaps of loose skin.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Dennis Dass, please call (855) 496-4646.