Power-Assisted Liposuction San Diego, CA | Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MD

Understanding Modern Liposuction Techniques

Liposuction remains the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in America, with over 200,000 individuals undergoing the treatment annually. The procedure is recognized as one of the safest surgical interventions, with complications reported as low as one per thousand cases.

Dr. Alavi's Specialized Approach

With over 20 years of experience and more than 12,000 liposuction procedures performed, Dr. Alavi serves as an Advisor for the American Society of Liposuction Surgery. His specialized technique focuses on the tumescent method using Power-assisted Liposuction with micro-cannulas.

Key Benefits of Power-Assisted Liposuction

• More precise technique with 40% reduced procedure time
• 50% reduction in post-operative pain
• 40% decrease in bruising and swelling
• Faster recovery compared to traditional methods

The Science Behind Fat Removal

Adult fat cell counts remain constant. When weight is gained, existing fat cells expand. Liposuction permanently removes excess fat cells from specific body areas, ensuring those regions remain proportionately smaller even with future weight fluctuations.

Advanced Procedural Techniques

Power-assisted liposuction utilizes a mechanical micro-cannula with approximately 4,000 movements per minute. This innovative approach allows for gentler fat extraction, with many patients describing the sensation as similar to a massage.

Procedure Details

• Procedure duration: 30 minutes to 2 hours
• Most patients return to work the next day
• Regular exercise can typically resume within two weeks

Targeted Body Contouring

The advanced technique enables precise body sculpting in areas such as flanks, hips, buttocks, and thighs. Dr. Alavi's approach minimizes the likelihood of touch-up procedures and maximizes patient satisfaction.

For more information about Liposuction in San Diego, CA, submit an enquiry to Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MD.