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Liposuction

Body Contouring

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AnesthesiaGeneral, or local with sedation

Procedure time1–3 hours, depending on areas

DowntimeDesk work in about 1 week

ResultsVisible by 3 weeks, final at 3–6 months

Body Contouring

Liposuction

Targeted removal of stubborn fat deposits to sculpt and refine the contours of the body.

Liposuction is a body-contouring procedure that removes localized deposits of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise, refining areas such as the abdomen, flanks, hips, thighs, back, arms, and under the chin. It is not a treatment for obesity and does not replace weight loss — instead, it sculpts and smooths the areas where fat sits out of proportion to the rest of the body.

Dr. Marciales approaches liposuction as a contouring art rather than simple fat removal. Using fine cannulas and a meticulous, layered technique, he sculpts natural, even transitions between treated and untreated areas so the result looks proportionate and never "operated."

Because it addresses stubborn, genetically determined fat, liposuction is often the missing step for patients who are close to their goal but frustrated by a specific area that simply will not change.

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Is It Right for You?

Am I a Candidate?

The best candidates are healthy adults at or near a stable weight who have specific pockets of fat that resist diet and exercise, along with reasonably firm, elastic skin. At your consultation, Dr. Marciales confirms whether liposuction alone will give you the result you want, or whether a skin-tightening or lifting procedure would serve you better.

Localized fat that won't respond to diet or exercise
A stable weight and good general health
Firm, elastic skin that will redrape smoothly
Realistic expectations — contouring, not weight loss
A non-smoker, or willing to stop before and after surgery

Why Patients Choose It

The Benefits

Removes stubborn fat that diet and exercise can't reach
Sculpts smoother, more defined contours
Can treat several complementary areas in one session
Natural, proportionate results in expert hands
Fat removed from treated areas is gone permanently
Combines well with a tummy tuck or fat transfer

What to Expect

The Procedure

Liposuction is performed through a few tiny incisions, each only millimeters long and placed in discreet, easily hidden locations. A gentle tumescent solution is first infiltrated to numb the area, shrink blood vessels, and ease fat removal with minimal bruising.

Dr. Marciales then uses fine cannulas to loosen and suction fat in smooth, controlled passes, sculpting the area layer by layer for an even, natural contour. Depending on the areas treated and your goals, power-assisted techniques may be used for added precision and efficiency.

Most sessions take one to three hours and are performed on an outpatient basis at the accredited surgical facility within New City Medical Plaza.

Before Surgery

How to Prepare

Attend a consultation and complete pre-operative lab work
Stop smoking and nicotine for at least a few weeks beforehand
Pause blood-thinning medications and supplements as directed
Arrange a ride home and help for the first 24–48 hours
Fill prescriptions and prepare a comfortable recovery space
Have your compression garment ready for the day of surgery

Healing, Week by Week

Your Recovery Timeline

First 48 hours

Expect soreness, swelling, bruising, and some fluid drainage from the incisions — all normal. You'll wear a compression garment continuously and rest, with light walking to support circulation.

Week 1

Discomfort eases steadily. Many patients with desk jobs return to work around day 5–7, once off prescription pain medication. Keep using the compression garment and stay gently mobile.

Weeks 2–4

Bruising fades and you feel increasingly like yourself. Light activity resumes; strenuous exercise is reintroduced gradually with Dr. Marciales' clearance, usually around 3–4 weeks.

Months 1–3+

Swelling continues to settle and the contours refine. Most swelling is gone by about six weeks, with the final, smooth result emerging over three to six months.

The Outcome

Your Results

You'll notice a difference as soon as the initial swelling begins to subside, but the true result reveals itself gradually. Most swelling resolves within about six weeks, and the final, refined contour settles over three to six months.

The fat cells removed during liposuction do not return. As long as you maintain a stable weight with a healthy lifestyle, your improved shape is long-lasting.

Investment

Cost & Personalized Quote

Because every plan is tailored — to the number of areas, the technique used, and whether liposuction is combined with another procedure — pricing is quoted individually rather than as a fixed price. After your consultation you'll receive a clear, written quote with no surprises.

The number and size of areas treated
The technique used and length of surgery
Whether it's combined with another procedure
Anesthesia and accredited-facility fees

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Real Results

Before & After

Individual results vary. Photographs are of Dr. Marciales' own patients, shared with consent.

Good to Know

Liposuction FAQ

Is liposuction a weight-loss procedure?

No. Liposuction contours specific areas by removing stubborn fat; it is not a treatment for obesity or a substitute for diet and exercise. It works best for patients at or near a stable weight.

How many areas can be treated at once?

Often several complementary areas can be treated in a single session — for example the abdomen, flanks, and back together. Dr. Marciales will advise what is safe and appropriate for you.

Will the fat come back?

The fat cells removed are gone permanently. If you gain significant weight afterward, the remaining fat cells elsewhere can enlarge, so maintaining a stable weight keeps your result looking its best.

Does liposuction tighten loose skin?

Liposuction removes fat but does not lift skin. When skin elasticity is limited, Dr. Marciales may recommend a skin-tightening or lifting procedure alongside it for the smoothest result.

How much time should I take off work?

Many patients with desk jobs return in about a week. More physically demanding work and exercise are resumed gradually, typically around three to four weeks with your surgeon's clearance.

Will there be visible scars?

Incisions are only millimeters long and placed in discreet, hidden locations. They typically fade to become very difficult to notice.

When will I see my final result?

You'll see early improvement within a few weeks, but the final contour emerges as swelling fully resolves over three to six months.

Can liposuction be combined with other procedures?

Yes — it is frequently paired with a tummy tuck for the midsection, or with fat transfer to add natural volume elsewhere. Combining procedures can be efficient for traveling patients.