A lipectomy can offer numerous aesthetic, physical, and emotional benefits, making it an incredibly popular choice for patients seeking body contouring solutions. Some of the most exciting benefits of lipectomy include:

• Enhanced Body Shape: Lipectomy eliminates stubborn fat and saggy skin, helping patients achieve a smoother, more toned silhouette.
• Fast, Long-Lasting Results: With a healthy lifestyle, the results of a lipectomy can be permanent.
• Increased Comfort: This procedure can help reduce chafing, discomfort, and irritation caused by excess skin and fat in the targeted areas.
• Better Fit For Clothing: Lipectomy patients can enjoy a wider variety of clothing and a more comfortable fit.
• Boosted Confidence: Following a lipectomy, many patients report a significant improvement in self-esteem and body image.

Lipectomy can be life-changing, especially for individuals who have undergone significant weight loss and want to complete their physical transformation.

Types Of Lipectomy

Lipectomy can be tailored to target specific areas of the body where excess skin and fat are most prominent. Dr. Mateo customizes each procedure to meet the unique needs of every patient, ensuring natural-looking results. Here are a few of the most common kinds of lipectomy:

• Belt Lipectomy: Also known as an abdominal lipectomy, a belt lipectomy removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, hips, lower back, and buttocks in one comprehensive procedure.

• Buccal Lipectomy: This procedure targets the buccal fat pads in the cheeks, creating a slimmer, more angular facial appearance and enhancing the definition of the cheekbones and jawline.

• Arm Lipectomy: Also referred to as brachioplasty, an arm lipectomy removes sagging skin and stubborn fat from the upper arms. This procedure tightens and smooths the underlying supportive tissue, creating more toned arms.

• Buttock Lipectomy: This procedure removes skin and fat from the buttocks to improve shape, firmness, and contour. It is often paired with other body lifts to achieve balanced and proportionate results.

• Thigh Lipectomy: Also called thighplasty, this procedure removes excess fat and sagging skin from the thighs.

During your initial consultation, Dr. Mateo will recommend the type of lipectomy that best aligns with your goals, body type, and aesthetic vision.

Undergoing a lipectomy at John W. Tyrone M.D. Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery begins with a comprehensive consultation with our Gainesville plastic surgeon, Dr. Mateo. During the consultation, you and Dr. Mateo will discuss your goals, medical history, and the best approach for your procedure. Following the consultation, Dr. Mateo will develop a customized lipectomy treatment plan to help you achieve your desired results.

On the day of the surgery, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia. Dr. Mateo will make precise incisions based on the targeted areas, carefully removing excess skin and fat while reshaping the body. The length and complexity of the surgery depend on the specific type of lipectomy being performed. After the procedure, you can expect some swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which will gradually subside as you heal. Dr. Mateo will provide detailed aftercare instructions to support a smooth recovery and help you achieve the best possible results.