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Flank liposuction is a body contouring procedure that eliminates excess fat from both sides of your abdomen. If you are struggling to reduce the appearance of rolls on the sides of your body, colloquially known as love handles, we can safely reduce their appearance with liposuction.


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About Flank Liposuction

is an effective body contouring procedure, and in 2021, surgeons performed approximately 491,000 treatments to help patients sculpt their bodies and eliminate excess fat. As you age and your metabolism changes, reducing excess fat with exercise can become more difficult. There are several different types of liposuction we can perform to help you reduce it depending on your needs and aesthetic goals.


During a tumescent liposuction procedure, we infiltrate the treatment area with tumescent fluid to swell the excess fat cells, making them easier to remove. Tumescent fluid contains epinephrine, saline, and lidocaine to reduce bleeding for a procedure.


Ultrasound-assisted liposuction dislodges your fat cells with ultrasonic vibrations in the tumescent fluid. (vibration amplification of sound energy at resonance) is a type of UAL that emulsifies your fat to enhance your muscle definition for a toned figure. The energy waves vibrate throughout the treatment to remove fat while protecting your surrounding tissue. We can strategically target excess fat and preserve surrounding nerves and blood vessels with this method.


SmartLipo, colloquially known as laser lipolysis, removes fat and your skin with laser energy that disrupts the molecular structure of adipose (fat) cells. During the treatment, heat from the laser energy stimulates collagen production and liquefies the excess fat. We remove it with gentle to help you achieve a smoother body.


360 liposuction, also known as circumferential liposuction, is a procedure that removes excess fat from the entire midsection. The areas where we perform liposuction will depend on your aesthetic goals. During 360 liposuction, more patients prefer to have , back, and flanks for a more slender physique. We can balance your proportions with the procedure by targeting areas where you have stubborn fat deposits. In just one appointment, we can treat the front, back, and sides of your body for a better-defined silhouette.

Flank Liposuction Benefits

Flank liposuction has several benefits, and with the procedure, you can:

Flank Liposuction Candidates

The best candidates for flank liposuction would like to remove excess fat along the flanks for a smoother, more athletic look. They are in good health, exercise regularly, and are within 30% of a healthy body mass index (BMI). If you are not within 30% of a healthy BMI, we can provide the resources you need to lose weight before your treatment. If you have a condition that could affect your recovery, we may recommend another body contouring procedure to help you achieve your dream body.

Consultation

During your , Dr. Frati will ask about your aesthetic goals, lifestyle, and current medications to determine whether or not flank liposuction is the best fit for you. It is important that you have realistic expectations about what we can achieve with the procedure. Depending on your desired look, we may recommend additional procedures. To learn more about corresponding procedures, . Each procedure is and customizable for your needs.

How to Prepare for Flank Liposuction

To prepare for flank liposuction, you will need to undergo a pre-op lab test and:


Overall, you will need to prepare to take good care of yourself during your and your well-being. Resting, eating healthily, and exercising will all be key to a full recovery and long-lasting results.

Flank Liposuction Procedure

During the procedure, we will administer a local anesthetic and oral sedation. Dr. Frati will mark your skin for liposuction and make a tiny to insert a cannula. First, he will introduce tumescent fluid to the treatment area to swell the fat cells for easier removal. Next, he will remove the excess fat cells with gentle suction that preserves the surrounding tissue. The type of liposuction you have will depend on your specific needs. The procedure can take up to 2 hours depending on the amount of fat you wish to remove.

Flank Liposuction Recovery

After flank liposuction, you will need approximately one week to rest at home and recover. Most patients take 5-7 days off work and you will need to wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and help your body heal. After roughly one month, you can stop wearing your compression garment. You will need to stay hydrated, eat meals, and get plenty of sleep during your recovery. You will also need to avoid vigorous exercise for 4-6 weeks for the best results. After 3 months, you can enjoy the full effect of the treatment for slimmer, smoother flanks.

Flank Liposuction Results

You can enjoy the results of your flank liposuction appointment immediately. After flank liposuction, you can reduce the of love handles for a slimmer, more athletic waist and torso. Flank liposuction permanently removes the excess fat so you can easily maintain your contour with regular exercise and a healthy diet. You can enjoy a smoother, more sculpted body and more athletic appearance for many years if you a healthy lifestyle.

Corresponding Procedures

A is a procedure that removes excess droopy skin from the abdomen and tightens abdominal muscles for a smoother, younger-looking midsection. After weight changes, it is common for the skin to become stretched. With a discrete incision along the underwear line, we can remove your excess skin. Many patients combine liposuction with a tummy tuck to achieve a more slender, figure. A tummy tuck is specifically designed to remove moderate to severe excess droopy skin for a smoother, slimmer contour.


A is a of body contouring procedures that eliminates excess fat and skin after pregnancy to reverse its effects on your body. During a mummy makeover, we can , , sculpt your buttocks, and perform a for a slimmer abdomen. A mummy makeover is customizable, and the combination of procedures we perform will depend on your needs. We can your goals during your consultation to design a procedure for your desired look.


If you recently lost weight, we can perform flank liposuction as part of . After you lose a significant amount of weight, you may notice that you have of fat or droopy skin that was stretched from weight changes. With , we can spot treat your body and remove fat from the abdomen, thighs, and upper arms for a slimmer, more contoured physique. We can also a panniculectomy to reshape your abdomen after massive weight loss.

The Cost of Flank Liposuction in London

The cost of flank liposuction will depend on the amount of excess fat you have and your aesthetic goals. If you wish to have corresponding procedures, we can provide an all-inclusive quote during your consultation. in , , , or at + to get started on reaching your aesthetic goals.

FAQ

You can enjoy slimmer, smoother flanks after one liposuction appointment. Liposuction permanently removes excess fat cells for long-term benefits. However, if you gain weight in the future from lifestyle changes or pregnancy, you may need an additional procedure to your results.


The type of liposuction you need will depend on your aesthetic goals. We can discuss the best types of liposuction for you during your consultation.


No, flank liposuction is a body procedure; it is not a weight loss treatment.


Yes, we can use liposuction to strategically sculpt your figure for your desired look. If you would like a more athletic, muscular appearance we can perform VASER liposuction. For a smoother look, we can perform traditional liposuction or UAL depending on the look you would like to achieve.

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