It's easy to admire the profile or body contour of another person. Imagine how much more delightful it will be when the fine curves and smooth contours to be admired are yours.

Even with disciplined exercise and excellent diet, our bodies do not always look the ways we intend. Fat deposits often occur throughout the body and are noticeable in the abdomen, buttocks, hips and thighs. They can also be seen around the face and arms. Through liposuction, the process of removing fat, a more balanced and contoured body profile can be achieved. During the consultation procedure, Dr. Beltran will discuss with you how this procedure can help you achieve the results you want. The basic procedure involves making tiny incisions and removing the fat layer by suctioning it through a slender tube, referred to as a cannula. This process breaks up fat cells and suctions them out of the desired areas.

The Tumescent Liposuction Technique involves the introduction of a special solution into an area of predetermined liposuction prior to the extraction of fatty tissue. It allows a greater amount of fat to be extracted with minimal blood loss and reduced bruising and discomfort. An even more outstanding result may be achieved by combining Tumescent Liposuction with the revolutionary technique of Internal Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction. This innovative technique allows Dr. Beltran to achieve natural, smooth body contours while offering patients a shorter operative time, and minimal postoperative discomfort and recovery time. Both techniques can be performed under sedation anesthesia on an outpatient basis, and do not require aftercare procedures.

After surgery, patients should spend the first day in bed with minimal activity. A compression garment will need to be worn constantly for two weeks, then intermittently for two more weeks. Soreness lasts for two to four weeks, depending upon the amount of fat removed. Exercise can be resumed in ten days to two weeks and activity will promote healing.

Patients can resume day to day functioning in four to five days after surgery. Bruising is negligible and swelling will subside in five days to three weeks. For most patients, improvement of their silhouette can be seen within a week after surgery. Ultimate results following liposuction usually require 12 to 20 weeks to be achieved. These results of liposuction are often spectacular. Patients can usually expect to achieve a dramatic improvement in body contour. The changes made through liposuction, if large amounts of weight are not gained over time, are long lasting and can be a pleasure throughout life. Patients are excited to know that fat cells that are removed do not grow back. As with each procedure he performs, Dr. Beltran listens carefully to the results the patient wants to achieve and creates the most aesthetically pleasing, long lasting, and the most natural result for each individual.

Q: What is the pain like and how long will I be in pain?
A:You will be given medication to relieve the mild pain and tenderness which you will experience for two to four weeks, depending upon the amount of fat removed. The pain and discomfort is similar to that which occurs with vigorous physical activity.

Q: When can I resume my normal activities?
A: Activity, which will promote healing, can be resumed in ten days to two weeks.

Q: How safe is the procedure and are there risks involved?
A: Liposuction is quite safe. The risks associated with liposuction are often less than those associated with a tonsillectomy.

Q:Will I gain my fat back?
A:You will not gain your fat cells back in the area of surgery.