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Tuesday, January 5, 2010

What is circumferential body contouring?

A well-proportioned fit figure is the goal for many people today. However successful improvement in problem areas can be difficult despite strict diets and exercise. For those seeking a better figure, circumferential body contouring may be the answer.

Circumferential body contouring is an innovative cosmetic surgery technique which combines traditional body contouring methods such as liposuction and a skin removal technique such as abdominoplasty to maximize results by treating a body area such as the trunk circumferentially to achieve a maximal reduction. This procedure pioneered by Dr. Richard Linderman of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Indiana can produced dramatic results by improving both contour and skin

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posted by Mandy W. at 12:46 PM

Thursday, September 25, 2008

What body areas can be treated with liposuction

Since its development in the early 1980s, the applications and indications for liposuction have expanded greatly. Body areas will vary in fat distribution and quality. Some areas may have more fibrous fat and may be more effectively removed with ultrasonic liposuction. Examples include chest and love handles in men and hips and back rolls in women. Liposuction may be used for fat removal in the neck, back, upper arms, flanks, bra rolls, axillary breast rolls, abdomen, thighs, calves and ankles. All areas have slightly different risks and results. Evaluation of skin quality, elasticity and overall fat volume are thoroughly evaluated in determining the final result. Ankle liposuction when indicated can result in high patient satisfaction. In other patients, the results may be minimal with prolonged swelling. Surgeon experience and fine technique produces predictable results.

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posted by Dr. Linderman at 10:36 AM

Friday, August 29, 2008

Is there scarring with liposuction?

There are very few scars produced with liposuction surgery. The usual incisions will vary from about a quarter to three quarters of an inch depending upon the technique used. Ultrasonic liposuction may require a slightly larger incision but these can be located in skin creases and swim suit lines so as to hardly be noticeable.

Some patients may present with or develop contour deformities of the skin surface after liposuction. This is most commonly due to poor elasticity but can also be due to irregular fat removal. Cellulite is very difficult to correct with liposuction but may be improved with fat injections. For more information and before and after photos .

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posted by Mandy W. at 1:48 PM

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

What is Tumescent Liposuction?

Tumescent liposuction is a technique of preparing the fatty tissues for removal prior to performing various types of liposuction. It is by far the most common technique in use today. Using a small pump to provide pressure a large quantity of a saline solution mixed with epinephrine and a local anesthetic is infused into the tissues until they are firm. This firmness and the presence of epinephrine make the removal of fat easier to accomplish with minimal bleeding. Generally a one to one ratio is done to try to remove the same amount of fat as the volume of tumescent fluid infused. Tumescent liposuction is very similar to the so-called superwet technique. The dry technique involving no prior tissue infusion before proceeding with liposuction is of historical interest only and is no longer performed. Advantages of tumescent liposuction include less bleeding and bruising, decreased postoperative pain and the ability to remove more fat safely in one procedure.

Contact Dr. Linderman for more information or to schedule your consultation.

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posted by Peter at 10:34 AM

Friday, May 23, 2008

Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?

While many of us have body imperfections that we'd like to improve, there is probably no greater trouble area than our stomachs when it comes to excess fat and lack of tone and definition. After years of healthy eating and exercise, we are often still left to suffer with those stubborn tummy bulges and loose skin.

But thanks to the skillful hands of Dr. Linderman, there are options for both men and women who are battling the bulge in their stomachs. There are two surgeries that are quite popular to tone the stomach and minimize the amount of excess skin: liposuction and tummy tucks (abdominoplasty). Though both are aimed at improving the look of your abdomen, the two treatment procedures are quite different.

If you have excess fat in the lower abdomen, thighs, buttocks, upper arms or under the chin that simply won't get smaller no matter how much you exercise, you may consider liposuction. If you're suffering from stretch marks, skin laxity, or a jelly-like appearance of your abdominal skin, you may need to have a tummy tuck.

Liposuction may be for you if:

Your actual body weight is close to your ideal weight, at least within 30%.
You have excess subcutaneous fat that is resistant to diet and exercise.
You want to remove fat pockets in the abdomen, arms, knees, thighs, chin, neck, hips, calves, and ankles.
You have good skin tone and elasticity without the existence of loose, saggy skin or stretch marks.

A tummy tuck may be for you if:

You have been pregnant and have stretched and weakened abdominal muscles and stretch marks in the lower abdomen.
You have a loose and sagging abdominal wall.

To learn more about both of these procedures, please contact Dr. Linderman at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Indiana today to schedule your initial consultation.

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posted by Patti at 11:14 AM

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck

I am often asked how do I determine who is a candidate for liposuction as opposed to tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. This is a decision that takes experience and technical expertise. First a potential patient should seek out a board-certified plastic surgeon who has the ability and training to perform both procedures. If a doctor only knows how to perform liposuction, he is not equipped to recognize and select out those patients who would achieve a better result with tummy tuck surgery. Factors to consider in choosing liposuction or tummy tuck include the quality of the skin, the amount of fat to be removed and estimated skin elasticity. If the skin is of poor quality with many stretch marks, there is a significant risk that treatment with liposuction alone will result in excess skin or contour irregularities. The more fat removed, the more the skin must contract in the abdomen with the chance of a poor result. Tummy tucks address skin excess and quality problems with removal and tightening of the remaining skin. Frequently liposuction is combined with tummy tuck surgery to achieve an optimal result. A tummy tuck can be tailored to a patient’s contour problem. Depending on the examination a mini tummy tuck or a full tummy tuck may be recommended. More on this choice at another time.

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posted by Peter at 11:36 AM