LIPOSUCTION ARIZONA

Liposuction is the removal of excess and unwanted volumes of fat from the compartments where it is stored; all accessible fat is found between the skin and the underlying muscle/ connective tissue layers of the body. Substantial amounts of fat can be removed, leading to bodily improvements not attainable during exercise. Liposculpture represents the use of liposuction to more precisely shape the skin by skillfully shaping the fatty deposits beneath to achieve your desirable appearance.

Liposuction surgery can be done with the patient either awake or asleep; in either case, some version of the 'Tumescent Technique' is used--even if the patient is under general anesthesia. The Tumescent Technique uses a mixture of salt water (normal saline) with lidocaine (local anesthetic), sodium bicarbonate and epinephrine (adrenalin), a potent drug that tightens the blood vessels, nearly eliminating bleeding. After these solutions are administered directly into the fat compartments that are to be treated, tiny openings are made in the skin, allowing small cannulas (like hollow knitting needles) to be placed below the skin. Skillfully and artistically, Dr. Shuell sculpts away the unwanted fat; over a few weeks' time, the skin will contract back over the muscles, producing the effect of a slimmer, more sculpted shape--all without an actual incision!

Do you believe that liposuction might be appropriate for you? You may be a little bit overweight--or be of normal weight but have certain genetic or 'family trait' areas of disproportion that resist elimination by diet and exercise. During your complimentary consultation, Dr. Shuell will evaluate your goals and assist you in creating a plan to safely identify the symmetry and beauty of your figure.