Palm Beach Liposuction Specialist
Dr. Kevin E. Shaw

Widely considered to be a Palm Beach plastic surgery specialist, Dr. Shaw assists Palm Beach County liposuction patients in the reduction of fatty deposits in the body for a smoother, sleeker figure. In the paragraphs below, Dr. Shaw describes the liposuction procedure.

Dr. Shaw performs superficial and deep tumescent liposuction with external ultrasound assist. These advances in liposuction provide greater patient comfort, more thorough fat removal, better and smoother skin shrinkage, and less bruising than previous techniques. These procedures are performed as outpatient under local, twilight, or general anesthesia depending upon patient preference and extent of the areas to be treated. Occasionally, because of very loose skin or muscle laxity, it is necessary to supplement these procedures with lifts, such as an abdominoplasty ("tummy tuck"). Dr. Shaw will help you decide which the right procedure is for you.

Liposuction (or lipoplasty) is a body-sculpting procedure to remove fat that is unresponsive to dieting and exercising.  This procedure can be applied to nearly any area of the body and is commonly used on multiple areas during an operation.  Liposuction results in a slimmer and better proportioned figure.  Liposuction is used effectively to reduce love handles, saddlebags, a double-chin, a bulge around the waistline, or other unsightly fatty deposits in order to develop a better shape and create a more beautiful body.

Reasons for Considering Liposuction:

• Eliminate fat from any of the following areas:
  • Chin and Neckline
  • Back
  • Upper Arms
  • Stomach and Waistline
  • Hips and Buttocks
  • Thighs and Knees
  • Calves and Ankles
• Create a more proportioned figure

Liposuction is not a replacement for proper exercise and diet.  Instead, liposuction is a reduction procedure for stubborn areas where fat accumulates.  Used in combination with several areas of the body, liposuction can provide a well proportioned body appearance.  Ideal surgical candidates are those already in good physical condition but having stubborn areas that do not respond to diet and exercise.

General Procedure

Liposuction can be done under general anesthesia with the patient asleep or under local anesthesia where the area is numbed and the patient remains awake.  Through a tiny incision, a narrow tube or “cannula” is inserted and used to vacuum out the fatty tissue beneath the skin.  The surgeon determines the amount of fat to be removed by massaging the skin and squeezing the tissue.  After eliminating the excess fat, the incisions are closed by applying a compression dressing or bandage to the area in order to prevent bleeding, reduce swelling, and support the affected area.

There are several different types of liposuction procedures, such as tumescent or ultrasound liposuction, that have developed as a result of recent advancements in new technologies.  Together the patient and the surgeon can discuss which method(s) are best during the initial consultation visit.  Liposuction can last from thirty minutes to several hours depending upon the amount of fat to be removed.  Liposuction surgery is an excellent procedure that can benefit those who want to remove unattractive fatty deposits.

Recovery Process

New techniques allow for faster recovery from liposuction procedures.  The length of the recovery will depend on how extensive of an operation the patient undergoes.  Generally, post-operative instructions call for plenty of rest and limited movement in order to speed up the healing process and reduce the recovery time.  A support garment may need to be worn for several weeks after the surgery, depending upon which area(s) are selected to utilize the liposuction procedure.  Patients sometimes report minor pain associated with surgery which can be treated effectively with oral medication.  While complications are rare, patients can minimize the risk for potential problems by carefully following the directions given after surgery.

At his private, Palm Beach plastic surgery practice, Dr. Shaw also performs a variety cosmetic surgery procedures, including rhinoplasty, facelift, breast augmentation, and tummy tuck, (abdominoplasty). Dr. Shaw invites you to learn about these procedures and more by visiting our breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, or facelift pages.

Serving Boca Raton, Coral Springs and Palm Beach plastic surgery patients, Dr. Kevin Shaw is a renowned plastic surgeon. He has helped Palm Beach breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, facelift, and tummy tuck patients achieve beautiful and natural results. Dr. Shaw also performs many other surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures from his plastic surgery offices, offering his plastic surgery Palm Beach patients the highest degree of care.

899 Meadows Road
Boca Raton, FL 33486
Phone: (561) 338-3637