Liposuction techniques have been vastly improved in the United States since the procedure was introduced in the early 1980's. Doctors have strived to introduce a technique which provides more rapid recovery and minimize discomfort, bleeding, bruising and swelling. Also aspiring to achieve a more even fat removal method, with postoperative results smoother and the ability to remove fat in more localized smaller regions easily. The Ultrasonic Assisted technique facilitates both these goals. This method involves the use of a special cannula to break up the fat cells with ultrasonic waves. This method breaks up the fat cells with minimal damage to nearby blood vessels, thus making Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction gentler and more effective. Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction is very useful in areas such as the trunk, lateral and medial thighs, and in very fibrous areas such as the upper abdomen and the male breast. The technique for Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction is similar to conventional liposuction in that you have to use similar anesthesia and post operative dressings. Most patients are treated with a combination of Ultrasonic and Tumescent Liposuction to optimize the best results. For more information about Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction, please contact our patient coordinator.