Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that effectively removes stubborn fat from the body. ⁽¹⁾

Several factors, such as genetics, pregnancy, lifestyle habits, weight fluctuations, and hormonal changes, can all affect how and where your body accumulates and stores fat. While many people try to target their concerns with lifestyle changes such as regular exercise or dieting, these measures often fail to address more stubborn or hard-to-reach areas. With liposuction, you can precisely target these areas and recontour the regions that bother you most.

Dr. Daniel Markmann of Metamorphosis Plastic Surgery has been performing liposuction for more than 25 years and can help you achieve the results you seek. Dr. Markmann holds board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is known across Baltimore for his natural-looking results. Whether you are interested in achieving a leaner silhouette or a rejuvenated visage, Dr. Markmann’s surgical excellence has a solution.

To meet with Dr. Markmann, please request a consultation online or call our Ellicott City office (410) 465-3600.

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About Liposuction

Liposuction is a body contouring procedure that can create a more alluring, lean, and sculpted silhouette. It removes fat cells from around the body using a thin suctioning cannula, precisely addressing your concerns with ease and efficacy. The nice thing about Fat Cells is that you do not make new ones.

Treatment Areas

Liposuction can address nearly any part of the body, including the extremities, face, and breasts, including, but not limited to, the:

Depending on your goals and circumstances, Dr. Markmann can also target more than one area in a single treatment session, achieving more transformational results.

What are the different types of liposuction?

There are 4 common forms of liposuction:

1. Laser-assisted liposuction: In addition to the cannula used to suction the fat out, a laser cannula or fiber is first inserted to melt/destroy the fat cells. This creates significant heating of the tissues within the fat layer, including nerves, blood vessels, and skin. This technique may offer mild skin contraction, but the heat energy can also cause more complications. Dr. Markmann does lots of revision liposuction procedures from other surgeons who use this technique and finds that the scar tissue that this heating creates makes these revisions the hardest of all!
2. Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction (VASER): In this case, the suction cannula emits ultrasonic waves which emulsify the fat cells, but at the same time is creating significant heating of the tissues with similar risks as laser liposuction.
3. Power Assisted Liposuction. PAL: This technique uses a cannula that is attached to a motor that makes it vibrate in and out on its own as guided by the surgeon. This is a very safe technique that definitely makes the procedure a little less strenuous for the surgeon.
4. Standard Tumescent Liposuction: Although all of the above techniques use Tumescent Solution, that is all this technique uses. No power, ultrasound, or laser energy, and therefore does not create any heating and therefore no risk of complications from this heating. It is a little more strenuous of a procedure for the surgeon, but for the increased safety, Dr. Markmann believes it is worth it.

Benefits

Liposuction brings several profound benefits, such as:

Liposuction Candidates

You may be an ideal candidate for liposuction if you struggle to address certain fat deposits around your body through dieting and exercise alone.

All candidates should also be in good general health and hold realistic expectations regarding their results. You should be at a stable and maintainable weight, as liposuction is a body-contouring procedure, not a weight-loss one, and future weight increases or decreases can compromise your results. ⁽²⁾ Having good skin elasticity is also vital, as this will allow your skin to conform to the new, leaner contours. It is also crucial that you are nicotine-free or willing to quit smoking. Dr. Markmann will finalize your candidacy during your personal consultation.

Personal Consultation

Before you proceed with your procedure, we ask that you attend a personal consultation at our Baltimore-area office. During this initial visit, Dr. Markmann will review your medical history, discuss your concerns, learn more about your desired figure, and examine your fat distribution. If Dr. Markmann decides that you are a suitable candidate, he will then personalize a treatment plan based on the size of the targeted area, the amount of fat you wish to remove, the location of the fat, and more.

Throughout the consultation, Dr. Markmann will also answer any questions you may have and address any rising concerns. He will also take the time to explain what to expect from your procedure, preparation, and recovery. We want you to leave your consultation feeling excited, confident, and well-informed about your upcoming procedure.

To schedule this consultation and start planning your new figure, please contact us online or call (410) 465-3600.

Preparation

Once you have scheduled your procedure, you will need to take certain steps to prepare. To help guide you, Dr. Markmann will provide you with a set of detailed preparation instructions, which may include:

Procedure

Dr. Markmann performs liposuction on an outpatient basis at an accredited surgical center. When you arrive, a member of the Metamorphosis Plastic Surgery team will lead you to a private treatment room where you will meet with Dr. Markmann before your procedure. He will reconfirm the details of your treatment plan, answer any last-minute questions, and perform drawings on your body as to where the fat will be removed as well as the placement of any incisions. You will then be taken to the operating room, where you will receive general anesthesia to keep you comfortably asleep throughout the procedure.

Dr. Markmann will inject your targeted fat deposits with an adequate amount of tumescent fluid. This solution is a mixture of saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine, and it will swell fat cells for easier removal, enhance comfort by numbing tissues internally, and constrict blood vessels to minimize any bruising. He will then insert a cannula through small incisions, which will be used to suck out the unwanted fat. ⁽²⁾ The cannula will be guided in and out to break down the targeted fat deposits, removing the fat from the region, leaving it smoother-looking and more slender.

Recovery

Following your procedure, you will need to take some time away from your responsibilities and commitments to focus on resting. You can expect to develop some swelling or bruising around the targeted areas, but these effects will subside on their own with time and rest. You will also need to wear a compression garment for several weeks. This will minimize further swelling and support your new curves as you continue to heal.

You may return to your routine after resting for several days to a week. However, you will need to refrain from engaging in any strenuous or demanding activities for longer, or until Dr. Markmann clears you to return. He will provide you with additional details when he meets with you in person.

Results

After a full recovery, you will be able to see the refined results of your procedure. You will enjoy a more contoured and sculpted figure, a more proportionate silhouette, and a greater sense of self-confidence overall.

The results of liposuction are long-lasting, often creating improvements that last for many years. To best preserve them, Dr. Markmann recommends maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This includes eating healthily, exercising regularly, and maintaining a stable weight.

Cost of Liposuction in Baltimore, Maryland

Dr. Markmann will discuss pricing with you once he has established the details of your treatment plan. The cost of liposuction will vary from patient to patient, as Dr. Markmann customizes each procedure to their existing anatomy and aesthetic goals.

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References

1. Wu S, Coombs DM, Gurunian R. Liposuction: Concepts, safety, and techniques in body-contouring surgery. Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. 2020;87(6):367-375. doi:https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.87a.19097
2. Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/