Liposuction in Bergen County
Most of us do our best to eat a nutritious diet and exercise regularly for the sake of our health. Yet even with our healthiest habits, we can’t always achieve uniform weight loss. Certain pockets of diet-resistant fat simply refuse to go away, and the amount of this stubborn fat tends to increase with age. Over time, even naturally slim individuals begin to see small but frustrating changes, such as a developing “spare tire” around the waistline or bulges in areas that never used to be a concern.
Trying to spot-reduce areas of unwanted fat with exercise is usually ineffective: When we burn calories, the stored energy is unlocked from cells all over the body, not from one specific area. The only way to permanently shrink the size of diet-resistant fat deposits is by using a body contouring procedure, like liposuction.
At Art Plastic Surgery, our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Luis A. Zapiach and Dr. John T. Cozzone, offer advanced liposuction techniques designed to help patients achieve snatched, defined silhouettes. If you’re looking to slim down your thighs, define your waist, sharpen your jawline, or take control of other trouble spots, schedule a consultation and learn more about liposuction in our Bergen County office.
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How Much Does Liposuction Cost and How Does it Work?
Liposuction is a body-contouring surgery that selectively removes unwanted fat cells from targeted areas of the body. Once these cells are gone, they do not return, meaning your results can be long-lasting with a healthy lifestyle.
During the fat removal procedure, small incisions are made near the treatment area. A thin, specialized instrument called a cannula is inserted to break up and gently suction out fat cells. Our modern liposuction techniques allow for very precise sculpting with minimal trauma to surrounding tissues. Once the procedure is complete, the patient is ready to go home.
At our Bergen County practice, Dr. Luis A. Zapiach and Dr. John T. Cozzone give their patients the option of choosing between several different state-of-the-art liposuction techniques. These options include MicroAire power-assisted liposuction and Vaser liposuction.
Vaser liposuction is ideal for treating small areas of the body, while MicroAire PAL is the best way to get rid of larger fat deposits. When you come in for a consultation, our doctors will evaluate your body structure, skin elasticity, and overall health to determine which liposuction technique is the right approach for you.
Although it is still preferred in certain cases, traditional suction-assisted liposuction (SAL) causes more bruising and is less efficient at removing fat deposits than newer methods. That’s why Dr. Zapiach and Dr. Cozzone use MicroAire power-assisted liposuction (PAL) instead of relying on traditional methods.
The MicroAire system utilizes a special cannula that emits tiny, rapid vibrations to break up fat deposits. This allows doctors to remove fat deposits quickly without harming the tissue around the cannula and results in much shorter patient recovery times. MicroAire PAL also creates uniform results and allows surgeons to remove more fat (research shows that PAL can remove up to 30% more fat than traditional liposuction).
Vaser liposuction combines the best of surgical and non-surgical body contouring technology: The cannula used during Vaser liposuction produces ultrasonic sound waves that melt the lipids inside fat cells without harming the patient’s skin, blood vessels, or nerves. Ultrasonic energy has the added benefit of stimulating collagen production, which strengthens and tightens the skin near the treatment area.
How Much Does Liposuction Cost in New Jersey?
The cost of liposuction in Bergen County, NJ, will be dependent on what type of techniques you choose, as well as where you want it done. For example, liposuction done on the outer thighs can be $4,000 and up, and liposuction prices for the knees and arms often range from $2,500 to $4,500 or more.
Since every patient has unique needs, the most accurate way to understand your liposuction cost is through a personalized consultation with one of our board-certified surgeons. After evaluating your anatomy and goals, our team will provide a detailed estimate outlining all associated fees so you can make an informed decision with full transparency.
What Are the Benefits of Liposuction?
Liposuction is one of the safest and most versatile body contouring procedures currently in use. Of course, this isn’t the only reason patients choose liposuction at our Bergen County office. Other benefits of this fat removal surgery include:
Liposuction patients will see a visible reduction in the size of targeted fat deposits within one to two weeks after their procedure as the swelling recedes.
Liposuction is unique in the fact that it can treat even tiny areas, like the fingers and toes. Patients commonly request liposuction on the following areas:
- Thighs
- Abdomen
- Buttocks
- Love handles (flanks)
- Back
- Face
- Chin
- Neck
- Arms
- Knees
At our Bergen County, New Jersey, practice, Drs. Zapiach and Cozzone can perform liposuction on small areas of the body without using general anesthesia. Instead, they use pain medication and light sedation to relax the patient, while a local anesthetic numbs the treatment area. This approach makes liposuction safer while allowing patients to return to many of their normal activities soon after their procedure.
Liposuction is ideal for sculpting specific areas that haven’t responded to diet and exercise. This precision allows for shapelier curves and a more uniform appearance.
Commonly Treated Areas
Liposuction is incredibly versatile and can be performed on almost any area of the body where excess fat is stored.
Inner thigh liposuction can help eliminate the uncomfortable friction caused by thighs rubbing together and create a desirable thigh gap. Outer thigh liposuction targets “saddlebags” to smooth the lateral curve of the leg. This, in turn, slims the hips and creates a straighter, longer-looking leg profile.
Even with rigorous core workouts, visceral and subcutaneous fat can hide abdominal definition. Liposuction of the abdomen removes the telltale pooch and flattens the stomach. It is often combined with flank liposuction to address the entire waistline, helping to restore a more hourglass figure for women or a V-taper for men.
By removing fat from the lower back and flanks, our liposuction surgeons in Bergen County, NJ, can make the buttocks appear rounder, perkier, and more lifted without actually adding any volume.
Fat rolls along the upper and lower back (sometimes called “bra rolls”) are notoriously difficult to eliminate with diet alone. Liposuction can smooth these areas for a more contoured back profile.
Fat deposits around the cheeks or jowls can create a heavier facial appearance. Liposuction can restore definition to the jawline and improve facial balance.
A double chin affects people of all sizes and ages. Chin liposuction can help create a more refined neck angle and sharper jawline.
Neck liposuction removes excess fat from the neck. This reduces the appearance of a thick neck and enhances the definition of the cervical angle (the angle between the chin and the neck), contributing to a more slender and elegant appearance.
As we age, the upper arms can accumulate fat that hangs down when the arm is lifted, often referred to as bat wings. Arm liposuction removes this excess bulk, revealing the definition of the triceps and biceps. This allows patients to feel comfortable and confident wearing sleeveless tops and swimwear.
Although subtle, fat deposits around the knees can affect how legs look in shorts and dresses. Knee liposuction refines the area for a smoother leg contour.
Liposuction FAQ
MicroAire and Vaser liposuction all offer a shorter recovery period than traditional liposuction. Patients can expect to recover within five to seven days, depending on the size of the area they had treated. During this time, you should rest at home, but you’ll be able to engage in light activities, like walking.
After having liposuction, you’ll need to wear a special compression garment. Compressing tissues after treatment helps them heal faster and can reduce swelling. Most patients need to wear this garment for at least two weeks, but you’ll be able to remove it when showering.
The ideal liposuction candidate is a man or woman who is in good health, doesn’t smoke, and is close to his or her ideal weight. It’s important to understand that liposuction isn’t designed to create significant overall weight loss; only about ten pounds of fat can be removed from the body at one time. This procedure is intended to remove localized deposits of stubborn fat.
Liposuction candidates should also have good skin elasticity. If you have folds of loose skin on your abdomen, you might need to have tummy tuck surgery in order to sculpt a perfectly flat stomach.
While you will notice a change in your silhouette immediately after liposuction surgery, the final results will be obscured by swelling. With that said, most patients see a significant improvement within 4 to 6 weeks as the majority of the swelling subsides. However, it can take 3 to 6 months for the residual swelling to completely resolve and the skin to settle into its final position.
Yes, the results from liposuction are permanent. The fat cells removed won’t grow back, even if you gain a moderate amount of weight. This means that the areas sculpted by liposuction will always be proportionally slimmer than they were.
In general, liposuction doesn’t leave noticeable scars. The incision required to insert a cannula is so small that it typically only creates a tiny spot of lighter skin.
This is sometimes possible, but it will depend on the size of the fat deposits you want to have removed. For safety reasons, doctors can’t remove more than five liters of fat at one time.
No. Liposuction is intended for body contouring and sculpting, not weight loss. Ideal candidates are already near their goal weight but struggle with localized fat deposits.
It is important to understand that liposuction is designed to remove deep fat deposits beneath the skin, while cellulite is caused by fibrous connective tissue pulling on the skin’s surface. Therefore, standard liposuction generally does not cure cellulite and, in some cases with poor skin elasticity, could make dimpling more visible. However, during your consultation, Dr. Zapiach or Dr. Cozzone can discuss other treatments, such as Avéli™ cellulite reduction, to improve the overall appearance of the area in question.
The deciding factor between liposuction or abdominoplasty (a tummy tuck) is usually the quality of your skin and the condition of your abdominal muscles. If you have good skin elasticity and your main concern is excess fat, liposuction is likely the best choice. However, if you have loose, hanging skin (often after pregnancy or significant weight loss) or separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is required to remove the excess skin and repair the muscle wall.
Contact Us Now to Learn More About the Various Liposuction Techniques!
Frustration over body shape can lead to confidence issues, dangerous yo-yo dieting, and other problems. If you’ve done your best to lose weight, but you still struggle with areas of diet-resistant fat, liposuction performed by our top-tier plastic surgeons can help you create the sleek, lean contours you deserve.
To learn more about this procedure and our other solutions, such as Avéli™ cellulite reduction treatment, fat transfer breast augmentation, dermal fillers, or Botox® brow lifts, contact our Bergen County practice online. You can also feel free to call us to chat about a mommy makeover cost, laser skin resurfacing cost, and much more.