Los Angeles Liposuction vs. Non-Surgical Body Contouring

Many women and men are interested in liposuction surgery in Los Angeles to get rid of areas of stubborn fat. But, as more and more non-surgical body contouring treatments become available, you might find yourself a bit confused about which one to choose. At Marina Plastic Surgery Associates, we can help you understand your options and arrive at the treatment plan that will give you the enhanced body contours you desire.

The Right Treatment for You

Before you undergo any body contouring treatment, whether it's liposuction or a non-surgical option, you will attain optimal results if you are at or near your ideal weight. A Los Angeles liposuction specialist, Dr. David Stoker will help you determine the right body contouring treatment for you by considering many factors, including your body type, aesthetic goals, and lifestyle. Common treatment options include:

• Liposuction is a surgical procedure that effectively removes isolated areas of unwanted fat from most areas of the body including the cheeks, chin, arms, breasts, tummy, hips, and thighs. While it's not recommended as a weight loss method, liposuction gives our Los Angeles patients lasting results. We perform a variety of advanced liposuction techniques, such as Smartlipo™ and ultrasonic liposuction, for increased precision and enhanced results.
  
  
• ZERONA™ might be a good option if you want to avoid surgery or have minimal areas of unwanted surface fat. ZERONA is a clinically-proven fat reduction procedure that uses low-level laser technology to dissipate surface fat. Patients lose inches after a series of relaxing treatment sessions in our office without anesthesia, pain, or recovery time. This procedure can be used on its own or combined with liposuction to enhance the results.
  
  
• SmoothShapes® improves the appearance of cellulite – that dimpled, orange-peel look that women often have on their thighs, buttocks, and upper arms, without surgery. Through a combination of laser, light, and massage the SmoothShapes system loosens the fibers associated with cellulite and shrinks the fat cells themselves to give you a smooth, dimple-free look. Many of our patients enhance their liposuction results with SmoothShapes treatments.

When you visit Dr. Stoker, he will develop a customized body contouring treatment plan. For patients who want permanent and significant fat removal, liposuction remains an ideal choice. While this surgical procedure usually requires a couple of days of recovery time away from normal activities like work, results are permanent as fat cells do not regenerate once they are removed. Many patients achieve impressive results through a combination of liposuction and non-surgical body contouring.

Your Next Step

If you are ready to talk to Dr. Stoker about your body contouring options, call us today at 877-298-9915 or use our convenient online form to receive a free consultation when you schedule your appointment during one of the convenient times Dr. Stoker has set aside exclusively for Web visitors. If you are not yet ready to schedule a consultation but you would like individual advice and information you can trust, you can first Chat with Christi using our confidential online form.