Liposuction has been around for decades, but as aesthetic technology advances, newer, improved systems have been developed. Dr. Graw uses the most advanced techniques for liposuction in Palo Alto.
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What is power-assisted liposuction?
Older liposuction systems could not achieve the precision results of power-assisted liposuction. This system uses a vibrating cannula that more easily releases fatty deposits, making them easier to extract, causing less trauma and more precise results. This technique also allows for improved contouring and sculpting of the body. 360-liposuction – the power of precision body sculpting.
Dr. Graw’s signature 360-liposuction can help you achieve that ideal “hourglass” figure, sculpting the body with precision from the front, the sides, and the back. Often called “circumferential liposuction,” this technique involves removing fat around the entire lower abdomen, love handles, and lower back to help you achieve more proportionate curves.
Nevertheless, Dr. Graw conducts lipo in Palo Alto, focusing on fat removal and body sculpting to assist you in attaining the desired curves and silhouette.
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What to expect during liposuction?
During power-assisted liposuction (PAL), you can expect a comprehensive process typically involving several steps:
- First, the surgeon will administer anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
- Once you're numb, small incisions will be made in inconspicuous areas near the targeted treatment sites.
- The surgeon will then insert a specialized vibrating cannula through these incisions, which helps to break up and dislodge the fat deposits.
- The loosened fat is suctioned using a vacuum device connected to the cannula.
Dr. Graw will carefully sculpt and contour the treated areas to achieve the desired aesthetic outcome. After your liposuction in Palo Alto, you may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with pain medications and compression garments. Following your surgeon's post-operative instructions for optimal healing and achieving the best results is essential.
Enhanced Liposuction Results with Facetite, Accutite, and Bodytite
Facetite, Accutite, and Bodytite are innovative minimally invasive procedures that can significantly enhance the outcomes of liposuction. These technologies utilize radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis and tissue remodeling to tighten the skin and contour the treated areas. Facetite targets larger regions, such as the face and neck, while Accutite is ideal for smaller areas like the jawline and under-eye region. Bodytite extends the benefits to larger body areas, offering skin tightening alongside fat removal.
By applying controlled thermal energy to the tissues, these procedures stimulate collagen production, resulting in smoother, firmer skin. Combining these technologies with liposuction yields more comprehensive results, allowing patients to achieve their desired body contours with reduced recovery time and minimal scarring.
What is the recovery like after liposuction?
The advanced liposuction treatments performed by Dr. Graw involve about a three-week recovery period. At two weeks, you can return to light activities; at four weeks, you can increase your physical activities as much as is comfortable for you.
During your healing time, you will see us for follow-up appointments to ensure optimal recovery—at weeks one, two, four, and six, followed by appointments at months three, six, and finally, at one year.
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Liposuction vs. Non-Surgical Fat Reduction
Liposuction delivers immediate and dramatic results compared to non-surgical fat reduction treatments, which require multiple sessions and produce gradual improvement. Key differences include:
- Effectiveness – Liposuction physically removes fat cells for a permanent reduction, whereas treatments like CoolSculpting or SculpSure rely on fat cell breakdown over time.
- Precision – High-definition liposuction allows Dr. Graw to sculpt natural curves and reveal muscle definition in the abdomen, back, arms, and thighs. Non-surgical treatments are less precise and typically best for minor contouring.
- Recovery – Liposuction requires a brief recovery with compression garments and activity modifications, while non-surgical methods have minimal downtime but slower, less dramatic results.
Dr. Graw can help you determine whether liposuction, non-surgical options, or a combination approach will best achieve your body contouring goals.
Liposuction Cost in Palo Alto
The cost of liposuction at Graw Beauty generally ranges from $5,500 to $12,500, depending on the areas treated, the technique used, and whether multiple areas are addressed in a single session. Factors that influence cost include:
- Treatment area size and number of areas – Larger areas or multiple areas may increase cost.
- Type of liposuction technique – Power-assisted or high-definition liposculpting may vary in pricing.
- Combination procedures – Adding a Brazilian Butt Lift, tummy tuck, or fat transfer may affect total cost.
- Anesthesia type – Local, IV sedation, or general anesthesia options can influence pricing.
- Surgeon’s expertise – Dr. Graw’s extensive experience and advanced training ensure optimal results.
Since liposuction is considered a cosmetic procedure, it is generally not covered by insurance. Financing and payment plans are available to make treatments more accessible. During your consultation, Dr. Graw will provide a personalized cost estimate based on your goals and surgical plan.
Why choose Dr. Grace Graw for liposuction in Palo Alto?
Dr. Graw was educated at the nation’s leading universities, including Johns Hopkins, Harvard Medical School, and Stanford, followed by intensive training under world-renowned plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills. Her experience, knowledge, and techniques in power-assisted liposuction allow her to perform body sculpting with utmost precision and achieve superior results.
As a mother of two young children, Dr. Graw understands the challenges women face regarding the female body and the physical and mental changes that occur after pregnancy.
To Dr. Graw, liposuction is more than just removing fat, as most plastic surgeons have been trained to do in the United States. To her, liposuction is more about liposculpting—an art that creates contours and shadows where they belong. If you would like to learn more about body contouring please visit this page.
Connect with Graw Beauty today to schedule a consultation regarding custom body sculpting with liposuction in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, & Atherton.
Liposuction in Palo Alto FAQs
Can liposuction help with body contouring after massive weight loss?
Is liposuction effective for treating lipedema?
How does liposuction differ from non-surgical fat reduction treatments?
Can liposuction be combined with fat transfer for natural augmentation?
What is the recovery process like for high-definition liposuction?
Can liposuction help with body contouring after massive weight loss?
Yes, liposuction can refine body contours after significant weight loss by targeting stubborn fat in the thighs, stomach, arms, etc. However, if loose skin is present, additional procedures like a tummy tuck or body lift may be necessary for optimal results.
Is liposuction effective for treating lipedema?
Liposuction can be a beneficial treatment for lipedema, helping to reduce painful fat accumulation in affected areas. Dr. Grace Graw specializes in advanced liposuction techniques designed to provide relief and improve mobility.
How does liposuction differ from non-surgical fat reduction treatments?
Liposuction offers immediate fat removal and more dramatic contouring compared to non-surgical treatments like CoolSculpting, which rely on gradual fat reduction over time. Dr. Grace Graw can help determine the best option for your goals.
Can liposuction be combined with fat transfer for natural augmentation?
Absolutely! Many patients choose to have fat harvested through liposuction transferred to areas like the buttocks, breasts, or face for natural enhancement. Dr. Grace Graw customizes each procedure to achieve balanced, natural-looking results.
What is the recovery process like for high-definition liposuction?
High-definition liposuction requires a more meticulous recovery process, including the use of compression garments and post-surgical lymphatic massages to enhance muscle definition and reduce swelling. Dr. Grace Graw provides a tailored recovery plan for each patient.
