Liposuction is a body sculpting procedure that permanently removes stubborn fat that doesn’t respond to diet and exercise. It targets areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, and back to improve body contours. Unlike weight loss, liposuction removes fat cells from treated areas, providing lasting body shape improvements with stable weight through healthy habits.
Dr. Beth Collins at The Collins Center combines artistry and scientific precision in her liposuction approach, using advanced techniques for safety and natural-looking results. She focuses on understanding individual aesthetic goals and creating plans that enhance natural proportions, avoiding extreme outcomes.
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Liposuction improves body contours, creating smoother, more defined shapes. Strategic fat removal improves proportions, eliminates bulges, and boosts confidence in clothing. Dr. Collins customizes treatment plans to your specific areas, body type, and goals for results that feel natural.
Treatable Areas
- Abdomen and waistline
- Love handles and flanks
- Inner and outer thighs
- Upper arms
- Back and bra roll area
- Hips and saddlebags
- Chin and neck (submental area)
- Buttocks and outer gluteal region
How Liposuction Works
Liposuction removes unwanted fat from specific areas using small, discreet incisions, often placed in natural creases or less noticeable locations. The procedure typically utilizes tumescent liposuction, a widely accepted technique. A solution of saline, local anesthetic, and epinephrine is injected into the treatment area to reduce bleeding, discomfort, and enhance precision.
After the solution takes effect, a thin tube, called a cannula, is inserted through the small incisions. It is then moved carefully through the fat, loosening the fat cells. The loosened fat is removed using tubing connected to a vacuum. This process reshapes each area precisely, creating smooth contours that integrate seamlessly with the body.
The procedure typically takes 1 to 3 hours, depending on the areas addressed, and can be performed with local anesthesia and sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the work. Following fat removal, incisions are closed with stitches, bandages are applied, and compression garments are provided to wear for several weeks. These garments help reduce swelling, support healing, and promote skin settling into the new shape. Most patients can leave for home on the same day to begin recovering.
Whether you need surgical precision, metabolic wellness, or non-surgical refinement, we look at the big picture. Let’s design a unified treatment plan that addresses your health and beauty under one roof.
Results You’ll Love
- Permanent elimination of targeted fat cells in treated areas
- Noticeably slimmer, more sculpted body contours
- Enhanced body proportions and improved overall balance
- Smoother silhouette with reduced bulges and irregularities
- Better-fitting clothes that flatter your natural shape
- Increased self-confidence and improved body image
- Motivation to maintain healthy lifestyle habits
- Long-lasting results visible within weeks and continuing to improve for months
Are You a Candidate for Liposuction?
- You’re within 30 pounds of your ideal weight with good overall fitness
- You have specific areas of stubborn fat that don’t respond to diet and exercise
- You have good skin elasticity that will contract smoothly after fat removal
- You’re in good general health without conditions that impair healing
- You don’t smoke or will commit to quitting before and after surgery
- You understand liposuction is body contouring, not weight loss surgery
- You plan to maintain stable weight through continued healthy habits
- You hold realistic expectations about what liposuction can achieve
Why Choose The Collins Center
- Advanced body sculpting fellowship training – Dr. Collins pursued additional specialized education focused on body contouring techniques, giving her refined skills in creating natural, proportionate results
- Esteemed dual board certification credentials – Certified by both the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Plastic Surgery following comprehensive training at Emory University’s premier program
- Nearly two decades of surgical expertise – More than 25 years devoted to plastic surgery has allowed Dr. Collins to perfect her contouring approach and aesthetic judgment
- Science-based surgical decision-making – Every recommendation stems from established medical evidence and proven safety protocols rather than unverified cosmetic trends
- Heartfelt patient compassion – Dr. Collins’ personal experiences with surgery and body transformation enable authentic understanding of your aesthetic concerns and emotional needs
FAQs about Liposuction
How long does liposuction recovery take?
Most patients return to work within a few days and feel back to normal within two weeks. You’ll wear a compression garment for about six weeks and should avoid strenuous exercise during this period. Initial swelling decreases within weeks, but it takes about three to six months for the area to fully heal and the final results to be visible.
Is liposuction safe?
Liposuction is generally safe when performed by experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons. Complications occur in fewer than 1 in 1,0 patients, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The most common side effect is temporary fluid retention, which is easily treated. Choosing a qualified surgeon and following instructions before and after surgery helps minimize risks.
Will I have visible scars from liposuction?
Liposuction incisions are usually 3 to 4 millimeters long and placed in natural skin folds or hidden areas. These small incisions heal with minimal scarring, fading significantly over time. Most patients find the scars barely noticeable after healing.
How much fat can be removed with liposuction?
Surgeons typically limit fat removal to around 5 liters (about 1 pounds) per session for safety. Liposuction isn’t for removing large amounts of fat; it’s for shaping the body by targeting specific areas of stubborn fat in patients close to their ideal weight. Removing too much fat increases the risk of complications.
When will I see my liposuction results?
You’ll notice immediate improvement despite initial swelling. Most swelling subsides within a few weeks, revealing your improved contours. Results continue improving as residual swelling gradually resolves over three to six months, at which point your final outcome becomes fully apparent. Treated areas should look noticeably slimmer and more sculpted.
Are liposuction results permanent?
Yes, fat cells removed through liposuction are gone permanently. However, remaining fat cells can still enlarge if you gain weight, potentially affecting your results. Maintaining stable weight through healthy eating and regular exercise preserves your improved contours long-term. Most patients find their results highly motivating for continuing healthy lifestyle habits.
Can liposuction be combined with other procedures?
Liposuction is often combined with procedures like abdominoplasty, breast surgery, or body lifts to improve body shaping. Many patients undergoing mommy makeovers choose liposuction to slim their waist and sides, along with other reshaping procedures. Dr. Collins will discuss your goals and health to decide the best combination to achieve the results you want safely.
Contact The Collins Center today to schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Collins and learn how liposuction can help you achieve the sleek, proportionate contours you deserve.
