Aging is something we all experience as a natural part of life. We cannot stop it, but it is something we can manage through lifestyle choices, diet, exercise, and professional treatments like Botox®. Botox Cosmetic has been around for a long time and has been shown to turn back the clock by smoothing away some types of wrinkles on the face.

Botox is a minimally-invasive treatment that does not require any downtime afterward. However, there are still things you should and should not do after your Botox treatment to ensure the best possible results.

What to Expect After Your Botox Treatment

Botox is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that helps soften wrinkles and lines to reduce signs of aging. If it’s your first Botox treatment and you don’t see improvement when you walk out of your provider’s office, don’t panic. Many patients don’t see immediate results. It can take 2-10 days to see a reduction in those wrinkles. Your provider will likely take before and after photos to help you see the actual improvements in your wrinkles over time.

Botox treatments do not require anesthetics and most patients find the treatment to be relatively comfortable. It is a minimally-invasive treatment with few, if any, side effects. Some patients may experience:

• Tenderness
• Mild swelling
• Light bruising
• Redness
• Headache

What Not to Do to Your Face after Botox Injections

Like any cosmetic procedure, it is important to follow aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing and maximum results. Results vary by patient and can be impacted by bad habits and improper care, including:

Rubbing your Face

Botox is injected into precise treatment areas to tackle cosmetic issues like lines and wrinkles. Continuous rubbing and touching can impact the spread of the injectable and alter results. Keep your hand away from your face for at least one day after treatment to allow it to treat the intended muscles.

Lying on your Face

Much like rubbing your face, resting or sleeping on your face can cause the treatment to pool to an unintended area. Stay upright for at least four hours after a treatment and try to sleep on your back for the best results.

Applying Makeup to Your Face

Putting makeup on the face calls for unnecessary rubbing and pressure that can disperse the treatment to areas outside the target zone. Avoid applying makeup for at least 24 hours after a Botox treatment.

Getting Treatments on the Face

What to Avoid After Botox

It is important to understand that there are certain things that you should avoid after your injection. After a Botox injection, you should follow aftercare instructions and avoid:

Alcohol

Alcohol can thin the blood and cause bruising after a Botox treatment. It is best to avoid consuming alcohol for at least one to two days before and after an injection.

Some Medications and Supplements

Like alcohol, aspirin is a blood thinner that can cause bruising or bleeding. Ask your surgeon which medications and supplements to avoid before and after a treatment.

Exercise

While exercise and physical activity are recommended for a healthy lifestyle, they should be avoided for a day or two after a Botox injection to ensure no severe side effects.

Sun Exposure

Avoid direct sun exposure after a Botox treatment, especially for patients that experience redness or swelling, as it can lead to sunburn.

What to do After Botox

The most important thing to do after a Botox treatment is to be proactive in getting after-care instructions from your injector. You can also follow a few easy steps to ensure your Botox will be effective.

Move Your Face

Face exercise can stimulate the muscles and lead to faster visible results. It is important not to touch your face, but you can make different faces like frowning, smiling, and eyebrow raises to stretch your muscles.

Wash Your Face (Very Gently!)

You can wash your face after a Botox treatment, but it is essential to use a gentle cleanser and be gentle with your hands. Do not scrub or apply pressure and use cool water.

Remain Upright for the First Four Hours

To allow Botox to settle and treat the intended area, it is important to stay upright for at least four hours after an injection.

Schedule Your Botox Treatment in Manhattan

Botox is a quick, effective way to address a variety of facial lines to create a more youthful appearance. By taking a few simple steps after your procedure, you can ensure your treatment is both safe and successful. 

Gotham Plastic Surgery is a renowned surgery center in Manhattan, New York, that creates personalized treatment plans to ensure patient satisfaction. Dr. Philip Miller, a double board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience, offers a range of procedures, including Botox, in an accredited facility.

Gotham Plastic Surgery aims to create natural results for each patient using the NatraLook® process. This process empowers patients to make informed choices and enhances aesthetic confidence. Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about Botox.  

Body image is a topic that affects almost everyone to some degree. The way you feel about your body may affect not only your self-esteem, but also the way you behave, the goals you set for yourself, and the choices you make. 

Body contouring procedures are designed to enhance those problem areas of the body that can impact your appearance and your self-confidence. Home contouring solutions are becoming more popular due to their lower cost and perceived convenience. While some home contouring methods may provide slight modifications, professional treatments are nearly always safer and more effective options.  

Options for Body Contouring at Home 

There are different body contouring machines and tools available for home use. The Enshey 8-in-1 Anti-Aging Beauty machine claims to dissolve fat and tighten loose skin using radiofrequency energy.  An integrated cooling tube is supposed to make the device safer for home use. Another home contouring device is the SIXPAD Absfit 2, which uses electrical muscle stimulation technology to produce a tighter, toned abdomen.  

These tools and others like them may be effective in the short-term with the correct application. If you want to see significant, long-lasting results, professional body contouring treatments are much better options. When board-certified experienced plastic surgeons and their staff perform contouring procedures, you can rest assured your treatments will be both safe and effective. 

Is body contouring at home safe? 

When used as directed, some devices can be safe for home application. However, the fact that the device will be operated by someone without experience or expertise can greatly increase the risk for user error. Even when these devices are used correctly, they will never be as effective as a professional treatment. 

For example, home body contouring devices that use cryolipolysis – the same technology found in CoolSculpting® can lead to potentially dangerous side effects when not operated correctly. Professional CoolSculpting treatments use a sophisticated device with controlled cooling to protect the skin and body while destroying fat cells. 

When a delicate procedure like this is performed with less advanced technology, the result may be skin or tissue damage. If the cryolipolysis potency is reduced to ensure the device is safe, it will likely be highly ineffective.  

Another issue with home treatments is that while the price may look attractive compared to professional treatments, that number can be deceiving. Consider the fact that you might not get the results you want. You may end up turning to a board-certified plastic surgeon to fix or enhance the results of your initial efforts, spending even more money in the long run. The best value is often to work with an experienced professional from the start. 

Professional Body Contouring Treatments  

Body contouring treatments offer customizable options for nearly any part of the body, from the neck to the ankles. The main goal of body-shaping products is to slim and refine targeted contours that do not typically respond to diet and exercise efforts. Professional body contouring treatments vary from non-invasive procedures to surgeries. When choosing a professional body contouring treatment, consider: 

• Your budget 
• Number of treatments you will need to achieve goals 
• Recovery time after the procedure 
• Whether results will meet your aesthetic goals 

Treatment Options at Gotham Plastic Surgery  

Body contouring can make the body appear slimmer or to achieve a more toned body shape. They can also be used to create fullness or definition in specific areas like the breasts or buttocks. Gotham Plastic Surgery offers different types of contouring procedures, including:

• CoolSculpting: A non-surgical option that eliminates fat cells and fat deposits through controlled cooling. The body flushes out the treated fat cells over time, leaving behind a slimmer, toned shape. CoolSculpting is non-invasive and downtime after treatment is minimal. Patients may want to schedule more than one treatment session to achieve their full results. 
• Liposuction: This surgical procedure removes isolated pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. To perform liposuction, we insert a tiny tube called a microcannula into the treatment area. The microcannula loosens the fat cells and gently suctions them out of the body. Liposuction does require a few days of downtime but a single treatment session is all that is needed to achieve full results.    
• Body Banking®: Dr. Steinbrech’s proprietary procedure aimed toward men that takes liposuction to the next level. Once fat is removed, Dr. Steinbrech will place it into areas that require more definition, such as the pecs, shoulders, or biceps. This approach creates superior results, sculpting the body at the same time it slims down problem areas.   
• Tummy Tuck: This surgical procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening weakened muscles. It is a good choice for patients who have lost a great deal of weight quickly and have loose skin folds as a result. It is also a preferred option for women who want to regain their pre-pregnancy body and is often a core component in the combination treatment known as a mommy makeover.  
• Mommy Makeover: A combination of surgical contouring treatments like the breast lift and tummy tuck to restore a woman’s body after pregnancy and childbirth. The combination treatment is highly customizable so women can get just the correction they want in the areas they need it most. .  
• Lifts: Neck lifts, facelifts, and body lifts are contouring treatments that address excess, loose skin at the same time they remove or reposition fat to create the smoothest, most natural results. Body lifts are another popular option for people who have lost weight quickly and want to remove the loose skin left behind once they reach their target weight.  

Why You Should Choose Gotham Plastic Surgery for All Your Body Contouring Needs 

Gotham Plastic Surgery offers a range of body contouring procedures to help bodies appear smoother, slimmer, and more appealing. Philip Miller, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with expertise in procedures like rhinoplasty and facelifts. Douglas Steinbrech, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his advanced training and cutting-edge techniques in body contouring. 

Gotham Plastic Surgery focuses on achieving a natural appearance using the NatraLook® process, which empowers patients to explore their aesthetic beauty and make educated choices.  

Contact us today to learn more about your body contouring treatment options. 

Body contouring is a way to address stubborn problem areas that don’t seem to respond to your diet and exercise efforts. There are numerous treatment options that fall under the body contouring umbrella. Whether you are looking for a non-surgical method of sculpting the abdomen or a surgical procedure that provides a full body makeover, the experts at Gotham Plastic Surgery can help you.  

Douglas Steinbrech, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in body contouring procedures at Gotham Plastic Surgery in Manhattan, New York. His proprietary body banking procedures effectively move fat from one area of the body to another to create the lean, sculpted look his patients crave. With a customized treatment plan, you can achieve your contouring goals with Dr. Steinbrech and his experienced team. 

What is Non-invasive Body Contouring?

Non-invasive body contouring is one option for reshaping the targeted areas of your body that traditional weight loss efforts may have missed. The most popular method of non-invasive body contouring is CoolSculpting. This device uses cryolipolysis (controlled cooling) to freeze and destroy fat cells, creating a slimmer, more sculpted contour in the treatment area. 

CoolSculpting is completely non-invasive, meaning the entire procedure takes place on the external surface of the skin. The device is placed over the treatment area, where it delivers targeted cooling to the fat cells located deep beneath the surface. Since fat freezes at a higher temperature than other cells, the fat is destroyed without damaging surrounding skin and tissue. 

The body flushes out the treated fat cells over time, so you will see the slimming effect occur gradually. Most patients start to see positive results within a couple of months, with full improvement occurring by six months post-treatment. Once the results are evident, they are permanent since the fat cells are eliminated. However, if you gain weight after your procedure, this could impact your overall contour and necessitate additional treatments in the future to maintain your slimmer appearance. 

Our medical aesthetician, Jill Badalamente, performs all of our CoolSculpting procedures. With decades of experience in all facets of the beauty industry, she is highly qualified to provide our patients with the highest level of care and superior results. 

Surgical Options in Body Contouring

While you can get very good results from non-invasive body contouring, you can get even more dramatic improvement with surgical treatments. Dr. Steinbrech offers a wide range of surgical body sculpting options, including:

Lifts and Tucks

Lifts and tucks are surgical procedures that remove extra fat and excess skin at the same time to produce a superior outcome. Examples of these surgical procedures are a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), and lower body lift. Lift procedures are particularly helpful for patients who have lost a large amount of weight faster than skin can conform over the new contour. These procedures remove the extra loose skin at the same time they reposition and remove any remaining fat tissue to put the finishing touch on your weight loss efforts. 

Tummy tucks and breast lifts are also included in a popular combination treatment known as a mommy makeover. Mommy makeovers are specifically designed to help women restore their pre-pregnancy bodies by addressing the areas where pregnancy and childbirth have taken their toll. Men can also enjoy a combination treatment known as a Daddy Do-Over, which also restores a youthful, masculine physique to the aging male body.

Lift and tuck procedures produce long-lasting results as long as you maintain a healthy weight after your procedure. If you notice weight gain or additional skin laxity in the future, you can consider additional treatments to touch up and maintain your positive results. 

Liposuction

Liposuction is a less invasive surgical procedure that uses a slender tube called a microcannula to suction away small areas of fat from targeted areas of the body. The incisions used to insert the cannula are too small to leave any significant visible scarring behind and downtime after liposuction is typically just a few days. This procedure can be used on nearly any area of the body, including: 

• Chin and neck 
• Back and bra rolls 
• Abdomen and waistline
• Hips and thighs
• Buttocks and banana rolls 
• Calves and behind the knees
• Upper arms

Dr. Steinbrech uses different liposuction techniques, depending on the specific needs and goals of his patients. Advanced techniques like tumescent liposuction and ultrasound-assisted liposuction provide precise results with less trauma to surrounding skin and tissue. This means superior outcomes with less downtime for our patients. Since the fat is removed from the body, results of liposuction are also permanent. 

Body Banking

Dr. Steinbrech invented a technique known as body banking, which takes the basic liposuction procedure to the next level. Once Dr. Steinbrech removes the fat tissue via tumescent liposuction, he can process it and place it into other areas where the patient might want additional fullness or definition. For example, Dr. Steinbrech might remove excess fat from the midsection and then use it to augment the pecs or shoulders to create a more masculine contour. 

Results from Dr. Steinbrech’s body banking procedures are both dramatic and very long-lasting. Fat that is removed does not return, and fat that is placed into other areas of the body is usually permanent. These procedures require a great deal of precision, expertise, and artistry, which is why Dr. Steinbrech is sought by patients across the country and around the globe for their body contouring procedures. 

Does Body Sculpting Actually Work? 

Body sculpting is an extremely effective treatment option, particularly when performed by an expert like Dr. Steinbrech. These procedures remove stubborn fat from the body, creating a slimmer contour in even the most challenging areas. Many of the procedures also address skin laxity to ensure the treatment area is both slimmer and smoother. With the ability to transfer fat to other areas, Dr. Steinbrech takes body sculpting to a higher level, creating sculpting and toning not typically seen with basic body contouring techniques. 

How Long Does Body Contouring Last?

Because these procedures remove excess fat and skin from the body, the results are considered permanent in most cases. However, if you gain weight after your treatment, it is possible this can alter your improvement, however. If this occurs, patients often have the option of undergoing additional procedures to restore their results and maintain their body contour. Of course, it is easier to go into your body contouring procedure with a plan for maintaining your results so you don’t need to pursue additional procedures in the future.

Tips for Maintaining Your Body Contouring Results

After your body sculpting procedure, there are several things you can do to help you maintain your new body. 

Drink Enough Water

Our bodies need water to stay hydrated and optimally perform. Drinking plenty of water also helps keep you full so that you do not overeat. Try drinking a glass of cold water before every meal for better portion control.

Eat Good Fats

Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are considered the good fats, while saturated and trans fats are the fats you want to limit in your daily diet. Examples of good fats include avocados, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish like salmon.

Try High-Intensity Interval Training Workouts

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts offer positive results in less time. Benefits of HIIT workouts include additional calorie burning, a higher metabolic rate, and increased muscle building.

Try Metabolism Boosters

Science has proven that specific foods and drinks can help boost your metabolism. Although you will not lose weight overnight, it is a good idea to include them in your regular diet. These foods include green tea, spicy foods like cayenne pepper, and high-protein foods like cottage cheese.

Get Enough Sleep

Most people require 8-10 hours of sleep every night to maintain a healthy weight. Sufficient sleep ensures you have enough energy to keep up with a regular workout program. It also balances hormones in your body that can lead to weight gain when levels fluctuate.

Body contouring procedures offer a vast array of benefits for men and women. If you are interested in improving those problem areas, contact Gotham Plastic Surgery in Manhattan, NY, today to learn more.

Body contouring procedures like liposuction have become increasingly popular in the past few years and are now an integral part of the aesthetic practice for men and women. Body contouring is the practice of reshaping and contouring the body to address areas of stubborn fat and other concerns. These treatments pick up where diet and exercise don’t have the desired effect, to create the beach-ready body you want.

Liposuction is a fat-removing procedure that can help patients achieve an appealing body shape. Unfortunately, some patients find that the procedure can also leave behind lumps that don’t give the smooth, contoured shape they were hoping for. This common side effect is preventable with proper aftercare, and patients can experience that beautifully contoured body.

What to Expect After Liposuction

Liposuction is the process of removing isolated pockets of fat from nearly any area of the body. Your doctor will insert a microcannula into the treatment area, which loosens the fat cells and gently suctions them away. Some liposuction techniques use ultrasound, radiofrequency, or laser energy to melt the fat first for easier elimination. While it is a less invasive surgery than other body contouring procedures, it does involve a recovery process. Common side effects might include:

• Lumpy skin
• Swelling
• Pain
• Bruising
• Redness around incisions

The first week after liposuction is critical for proper recovery. Patients should expect to rest and follow all post-operative instructions very carefully. A compression garment is typically worn for the first week or longer after the procedure. 

Most patients return to work and other activities within one week, but strenuous exercise is not recommended for at least three weeks. Understanding the process and expectations can help patients better prepare for the procedure and appropriate aftercare.

Why do lumps occur?

Lumps and bumps are common side effects after a liposuction procedure. The procedure is performed with a cannula which creates tunnels under the skin to suction out excess fat. After the procedure, these tunnels can fill with fluid, leading to a lumpy-looking exterior. Lumps can also occur due to:

• Localized accumulation of blood, known as a hematoma
• Residual fat deposits

Will lumps go away on their own?

Yes, lumps and bumps are normal after liposuction and will usually go away on their own. Lumps can feel hard for several weeks after a procedure, but eventually, they dissipate, and the skin returns to normal. Patients will start to see significant improvement in lumps three to four weeks after the procedure when the swelling has significantly subsided and the skin has fully conformed over the new contour. Patients can also follow simple aftercare instructions at home to help prevent lumps and encourage the skin to return to normal faster.

How to Massage Lumps after Liposuction

Typically, lumps do not last forever and will dissipate on their own over time. Some home remedies like massages can help improve the appearance of lumps or prevent them from forming. A massage can also:

• Decrease recovery time
• Reduce swelling
• Minimize the risk of scar tissue formation

Massaging the skin using manual lymphatic drainage therapy can help improve lumps. This type of massage uses light pressure and delicate pumping movements to push fluid from the treatment area toward lymph nodes. After liposuction, the lymphatic system is not working at 100% and cannot always correctly drain fluid, leading to swelling, pain, and lumps. Lymphatic drainage massages can help kickstart the process to reduce those side effects.

The Importance of Compression Garments after Liposuction

Lumps and bumps are normal and common after liposuction and cannot always be prevented, even with proper aftercare. Compression garments are essential to encourage the skin to conform smoothly over the new contour. These garments also promote healthy blood flow to reduce:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Fluid
• Lumps

A compression garment should be worn day and night for 1-2 weeks after a liposuction procedure. After that, we recommend continuing to wear it at night for at least two more weeks. The compression helps reduce swelling and helps your body absorb excess fluid from the procedure. This added pressure from the garment can also reduce lumps because fluid is properly flushed out of the body. Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech work with patients to ensure the healing process is working and that lumps are going away at an appropriate rate and not causing concern.

Schedule a Liposuction Procedure in New York Today

Gotham Plastic Surgery is an innovative and experienced practice in the heart of Manhattan that offers liposuction to help patients feel empowered, natural, and confident. The practice is led by Philip Miller, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. Douglas Steinbrech, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in liposuction and transformative body contouring procedures. Gotham Plastic Surgery focuses on achieving natural results with the NatraLook® process, which creates a supportive environment to boost aesthetic confidence by enhancing appearances. Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about liposuction or any of our body contouring procedures.

Aging is an inevitable part of life. Skin is the most visible indicator of aging and can even show early signs of aging with wrinkles, fine lines, creases, and sagging skin. Lifestyle has a significant impact on aging and can even slow the process down. It’s important to make healthy choices and use proper skincare and protection to preserve natural beauty.

Gotham Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery center led bydouble-board certified facial plastic surgeon Philip Miller, MD, FACS. He can help you slow down signs of aging to achieve stunning and natural-looking results.

When do you start aging?

Genetics and lifestyle both play a role in when we begin to age and how aging shows up in our hair, skin, and body. By your 20s, many individuals already begin to age due to unhealthy lifestyle habits, environmental damage, and constant UV exposure, which can cause skin cells to weaken, and slow down the natural cell renewal process.

In your 30s, skin is typically still firm and elastic due to collagen and elastin. However, the body’s production of these critical proteins begins to decline by this time, leading to a dull complexion and wrinkle formation. In your 40s, the skin begins to thin, and the fatty protective barrier is not as strong. More prominent signs of aging can appear in your 40s and continue due to reduced hydration retention, chronic stress, inflammation, and other health conditions.

Aging is not an overnight process. Our skin and bodies go through stages of decline that slowly lead to wrinkles, fine lines, creases, and sagging skin.

How does the skin age?

The most common culprits that speed up the aging process or produce early signs of aging for some individuals include:

• Genetics
• Environmental factors
• Lifestyle choices like diet and exercise
• Sun exposure

The skin is complex with many layers and functionalities and can age in many ways, including:

• The body’s production of collagen and elastin decline, diminishing the skin’s natural support system and leading to skin laxity and wrinkles.
• The number of cells containing pigment decrease in size and amount, leaving skin thinner and paler.
• The outer layer of skin thins even though cells are being produced.
• Blood vessels in the dermis are more fragile and can lead to increased bruising and bleeding under the skin.
• Glands produce less oil and can lead to itchy, dry skin that lacks hydration.
• Skin tags, warts, brown patches, and other blemishes are more likely to appear.
• The naturally-protective lipid barrier lessens.

Preventative Tips to Slow the Aging Process

Thankfully, our skin and bodies are resilient and respond well to positive lifestyle changes and interventions. It is never too late to make healthy choices and take proper care of your skin to help slow the aging process. You can slow the process by:

• Using daily sun protection
• Avoiding the tanning booth and using a self-tanning lotion
• Kicking the smoking habit
• Eating a balanced diet and exercising several times a week
• Sticking to a dermatologist-recommended skincare regime
• Applying moisturizer every day
• Getting at least 8 hours of sleep
• Reducing your sugar and alcohol intake

Treatments that Reverse Aging

Even when you meticulously follow the steps above, aging will eventually create wrinkles, lines, and sagging skin that is difficult to manage without professional treatments. There are many surgical and non-surgical procedures that can help reverse the signs of aging.

Collagen stimulating treatments

Collagen stimulating treatments boost your natural collagen production to help improve skin firmness, texture, and laxity. Gotham Plastic Surgery offers several treatments, including:

• Face-Tite™: This treatment uses radiofrequency-assisted liposuction technology to contour the face and neck. It can tighten skin for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
• Body-Tite™: This contouring and cellulite removal procedure removes signs of aging by increasing collagen production.
• Laser skin resurfacing: This cosmetic laser procedure removes the outermost layer of skin to treat wrinkles, scars, and hyperpigmentation.
• Ultherapy: This non-surgical procedure uses ultrasound energy to tighten and refresh the skin while boosting collagen levels deep in the dermal tissue.

Wrinkle Reducers 

Botox® is a popular Manhattan wrinkle reducer that is safe, quick, and highly effective. Botox is ideal for eliminating expression lines that often appear around the upper face without downtime or discomfort. Gotham Plastic Surgery also offers hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers and injectable collagen stimulators to restore volume and reduce fine lines on the lower face, neck, lips, and hands.

Surgical Solutions

Non-surgical solutions can help slow the aging process and produce excellent results. When patients are experiencing significant aging and want to turn back time with longer-lasting improvement, numerous surgical procedures can tackle multiple concerns, often with a single surgery. Dr. Miller offers:

• Facelift: This procedure targets the mid-to-lower face and neck. It tightens muscles, removes excess fat and skin, and reduces the appearance of deep creases.
• Neck Lift: The neck can be an instant age give-away, and this procedure improves the appearance of the jawline and neck by removing loose skin and fat deposits.
• Blepharoplasty: Also known as an eyelid lift, this procedure removes lax skin and isolated fat to create a smoother eyelid and refresh the eye area overall.

Why Gotham is Your Go-To Place for All Your Anti-Aging Needs

Aging can be a sensitive subject, and it takes subject experts to educate patients on specific concerns and treatment options. Gotham Plastic Surgery doesn’t focus on only eliminating signs of aging; Dr. Miller concentrates on creating a personalized treatment plan for natural-looking results. He uses the NatraLook® process to empower patients to explore their aesthetic beauty and find confidence in their unique appearance.

Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about the right anti-aging procedures for you. 

Stubborn body fat can be difficult to eliminate through diet and exercise alone, and hard-to-tone body areas can lower your self-confidence. If diet and exercise aren’t targeting the places you want, liposuction may be an option for you. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes isolated areas of fat to shape the body.

Gotham Plastic Surgery is an innovative, confidential, and accredited facility led by board-certified plastic surgeons Philip Miller, MD, FACS, and Douglas Steinbrech, MD, FACS. Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech offer a range of surgical and non-surgical procedures in Manhattan, including liposuction and other body contouring solutions.

How much weight can you lose with liposuction?

Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure and is not intended to help patients lose weight. However, it does remove excess fat, which helps patients lose inches, and can sculpt the body to make it more aesthetically appealing. Liposuction is ideal for removing fat that has not responded to diet and exercise. It can be used on the following treatment areas:

• Abdomen
• Buttocks
• Cheeks
• Chin
• Hips
• Knees
• Neck
• Thighs
• Upper arms
• Waist

While liposuction does not result in weight loss, it does create a slimmer, smoother, and more contoured body shape. Small incisions are made in the target area where a narrow tube is inserted and manipulated by a surgeon to distribute and suction out fat cells. Liposuction reduces the fat cells in the treatment area, and over time, the skin molds to the new contours to create a slimmer body shape.

On average, 10 lbs. of fat is removed from the body during a liposuction procedure, but that does not necessarily translate into weight loss when you step on the scale. The main goal of liposuction is to shape the body by removing inches. Many patients can lose 1-3 inches depending on the treatment area and the amount of fat removed.

How much weight can you lose with laser liposuction?

Laser liposuction is an advancement in liposuction procedures and has been around for more than 15 years. It utilizes laser energy to heat the fat, making it softer and easier to remove through suction. The laser heat stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin and create a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Just like traditional liposuction, laser liposuction is not a weight-loss solution. The procedure removes fat, resulting in lost inches and a slimmer, smoother body shape. Laser liposuction is ideal for patients seeking to remove stubborn fat and target skin laxity.

Can you lose weight with liposuction and a tummy tuck?

No—but combining two effective body shaping procedures creates dramatic results in the midsection compared to a stand-alone procedure. A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that specifically targets excess fat and loose skin in the abdomen. It can also tighten abdominal muscles that typically separate during pregnancy, which is not something that crunches and situps can ever achieve. It can also be beneficial for women with loose skin from pregnancy or individuals who have lost significant weight.

While neither a tummy tuck or liposuction are weight-loss procedures, when combined, they result in better outcomes and an even slimmer body shape around the waist. This combined procedure can help patients lose 2-4 inches in the abdomen and go down 2-4 pant sizes.

What are the benefits of liposuction?

Liposuction can be a safe and effective solution for many patients that have worked hard to slim down but still have stubborn fat in isolated areas. The procedure offers many benefits, including:

• Safe and effective
• Permanent removal of fat cells
• Less body fat may improve health
• More appealing body contour
• Elimination of fat inches

What are my other body contouring options?

Liposuction and tummy tucks aren’t the only body contouring procedures to eliminate stubborn fat. Gotham Plastic Surgery offers a range of procedures to help patients shed unwanted fat and lose inches. Dr. Steinbrech’s proprietary procedure, BodyBanking®, is an innovative body contouring tool that removes fat and defines muscles for a sculpted, natural-looking body.

Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech also offer non-surgical body contouring with different devices, including CoolSculpting. It is an FDA-approved cosmetic procedure that permanently eliminates fall cells by freezing them. The body naturally absorbs the treated fat cells, leaving behind a more appealing body shape. As a non-surgical procedure, there is little to no downtime, and patients can resume regular daily activities immediately after a treatment. No anesthesia is used, and it can be completed in 30-60 minutes. CoolSculpting can be used on the following body areas:

• Abdomen
• Back
• Flanks

Our medical aesthetician Jill Badalamente performs all of our CoolSculpting procedures at Gotham Plastic Surgery. Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech also work closely with patients to identify their unique needs and the best procedure to achieve their goals.

Schedule Your Liposuction Consultation with Us Today

Gotham Plastic Surgery strives to deliver unparalleled and natural-looking results using the NatraLook® process. Dr. Miller and Dr. Steinbrech customize treatments and empower patients to explore their unique aesthetic confidence. Whether you desire a liposuction or combination treatment, they work to ensure natural-looking results.

Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about liposuction and other body contouring procedures. 

Since liposuction removes fat from the body, can it cure obesity? And if the fat removed can be replaced over time, does this mean improvements aren’t permanent? 

While liposuction is among the most popular and widely performed cosmetic procedures in the world, people still have various misconceptions about it that can lead to unwarranted fears and unrealistic expectations. The best way to optimize the likelihood of liposuction success is by doing your homework, including understanding what the procedure is (and isn’t) and selecting the most qualified surgeon who can give you the best possible outcome. 

Dr. Philip Miller and Dr. Douglas Steinbrech comprise Manhattan’s first collaborative duo of a facial plastic surgeon and a general plastic surgeon who work together to create comprehensive, custom treatment plans.  By combining minimally invasive techniques with advanced technology, they can help patients achieve the best version of themselves with natural-looking results. 

With their NatraLook® approach, they can address both restorative and transformative changes by allowing their patients to work on improving their Aesthetic Confidence® and creating a unified vision for their desired results. To help patients make a more informed decision about liposuction, they are debunking its most common myths.

Myth #1: Liposuction is an Effective Weight Loss Tool

The reality is that liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure. Rather, it is for patients who are looking for a body contouring treatment. Ideal liposuction candidates are those within 30% of the healthy weight range and have localized fat pockets in the body.

Liposuction is neither a “miracle cure” for obesity nor an “easy way out.” It is still essential that patients stick to a healthy lifestyle after liposuction, so they can achieve long-lasting results while maintaining a proportionate figure. To learn more about liposuction, please visit ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

Myth #2: You will Need Significant Downtime After Your Liposuction Procedure

Over the years, surgeons have refined liposuction into a safer and more effective procedure. Dr. Steinbrech, one of the top plastic surgeons in New York, performs liposuction on an outpatient basis at their JCAHO-accredited office-based plastic surgery clinic at Gotham Plastic Surgery in Manhattan, New York. He offers many newer liposuction techniques, including ultrasound-assisted and tumescent liposuction. These generally offer several benefits over traditional liposuction including more precise fat removal and quicker recovery times. Patients will see an immediate change in their body shape after surgery, with continued improvement over time as the swelling fades. They can usually resume work within a few days, but should postpone strenuous activity for 2-4 weeks.

Myth #3: Liposuction Only Offers Temporary Results

Liposuction not only successfully removes fat from various body areas, including the abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks, but it removes fat for good. Fat cells that are removed won’t return to the treatment area. However, fat cells will remain and can grow and expand in the same area where liposuction was performed if you do not maintain an improved lifestyle. A healthy diet along with a fitness regimen will not only preserve your results, but help enhance them too.

Myth #4: Liposuction is Only for Women

Liposuction is one of the top five most common plastic surgery procedures in the United States. Because liposuction is a safe and effective procedure, both men and women of any age can benefit from it. It’s not just women who have trouble getting rid of unwanted fat. In fact, liposuction is one of the most popular procedures requested by men to target excess fat pockets in areas such as their “love handles,” chest, stomach, and thighs in order to get more toned and ripped.

Myth #5: Liposuction Tightens the Skin

Liposuction only targets excess fatty tissue and not skin issues such as laxity. For instance, a double chin or heavy abdominal area that has some degree of sagging skin may become more prominent once the underlying fat is removed. For these cases, Dr. Steinbrech may recommend our BodyTite procedure in conjunction with liposuction to tighten and contour the skin and achieve optimal results.

Myth #6: All Liposuction Procedures are the Same

There are several different types of liposuction procedures and each has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Surgeons also perform each procedure in a slightly different way. The most common procedures include:

• Tumescent liposuction – This procedure uses liquid solution prior to fat removal that numbs the treatment area, stops bleeding, and loosens fat cells for gentler fat removal. Once the fluid is injected, tiny cannulas combined with gentle suction remove the fat.
• Laser-assisted liposuction – This device liquefies the fat using laser energy for easier removal from the body.
• Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL) – uses high-frequency sound waves to liquefy the fat before being removed

Myth #7: All Liposuction Providers are the Same

When it comes to liposuction, it’s not just the technique or device that matters. The most important factor to consider is the surgeon performing the procedure. Only a skilled, board-certified surgeon who specializes in body contouring can have a high level of training and expertise, as well as the arsenal of tools that will help you safely achieve the results you desire.

Dr. Steinbrech is a highly-acclaimed plastic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive aesthetic procedures, including liposuction. He also offers patients who come to Gotham Plastic Surgery in New York one of the most innovative body contouring methods. Dr. Steinbrech developed the BodyBanking® procedure that allows the transfer of fat from one part of the body to the other. Specifically, he uses a patient’s own body fat to augment areas like the shoulders, pectorals, biceps, triceps, glutes, or calves. Fat is delivered via injections, enhancing muscle appearance and ultimately, sculpting the perfect physique.

Schedule A Liposuction Procedure at Our Plastic Surgery Clinic Today

If you are ready to say goodbye to stubborn, unwanted fat, Dr. Steinbrech can help you determine whether this procedure is right for your goals. Contact our plastic surgery clinic in New York, Manhattan to learn more about our body contouring procedures or to schedule a consultation.

Gotham Plastic Surgery in New York is the best practice where cosmetic procedures, like body banking, liposuction, tummy tucks, and body lifts, can be customized to the male anatomy, giving you the best, most natural-looking results.  

Whether due to genetics, stubborn fat that won’t respond to diet or exercise, or aging that causes the skin to lose its elasticity, our facial and body contours will change over time. For men, in particular, pockets of fat and loose skin tend to be more pronounced on the neck or jawline, chest, and abdomen. While we cannot stop the aging process or control where fat goes, there are procedures that can be done to tone your physique, restore your youthful appearance, and boost your self-confidence.

Douglas Steinbrech, MD FACS, is a highly acclaimed plastic surgeon and one of the country’s most sought out experts in body contouring procedures. 

Body Banking

As you age, the more difficult it is to improve your body shape. The combination of age, slow metabolism, and other factors can make your efforts at weight loss ineffective. With his motto of “Turn Fat To Fit,” Dr. Steinbrech offers patients his unique BodyBanking procedure. An innovative body contouring procedure, BodyBanking involves designating specific areas for fat removal, utilizing proper fat-purification techniques, and introducing fat to specific areas of the body to help maintain consistent results. Fat is harvested during the initial liposuction portion of the procedure and this will promote a constant amount of fat cells throughout the desired area, preventing instances of disproportionate fat growth, which may occur when a patient gains weight. By manipulating the density of the fat tissue, Dr. Steinbrech can produce natural-looking improvement in the treatment area. Selective fat transfer can be used to enhance the shoulders, pectorals, biceps, triceps, glutes, and calves, providing the appearance of muscle enhancement.

Liposuction and SmartLipo

Weight loss or gain, among other factors, can get in the way of the toned, sculpted look you are aiming for, and you might notice more accumulation of fat around the abdomen and chest areas. In most cases, liposuction alone can successfully address these problem areas. Men actually retain their skin elasticity longer compared to women, and fat beneath their skin also tends to be firmer than in women – therefore, liposuction can be very effective.

Liposuction for men is commonly performed on the abdomen, flanks, neck, chin, and back. It can also treat the upper arms, thighs, buttocks, knees, and hips. In addition, a liposuction procedure can be the perfect aid in your body reshaping goals after weight loss procedures such as bariatric surgery. Additional information about this is available here. 

Gotham Plastic Surgery in New York is proud to offer laser-assisted liposuction (also known as SmartLipo). The most important difference between suction-assisted, power-assisted, VASER, ultrasound, BodyJet, and laser-assisted liposuction is the doctor who is performing the procedures. At Gotham, we either own or have tested all of these devices in our facility, and the most important issue is not the technology, but who is performing the procedure.

A successful liposuction procedure will rely on selecting a qualified surgeon who demonstrates technical expertise and an aesthetic eye for artistry and proportion. As one of the top plastic surgeons in New York, Dr. Steinbrech performs liposuction on an outpatient basis at our JCAHO accredited office-based surgery facility. During a liposuction procedure, Dr. Steinbrech will make very small incisions on the treatment area through which a narrow, blunt-tipped tube, known as a cannula, is inserted. He will manipulate the cannula in order to disrupt the fat cells which are then suctioned out. The result is slimmer, smoother, tighter, and a more contoured body shape. 

Tummy Tuck

Just like women, men can experience changes in their abdomen and waist, giving you a reason to desire a firmer, more contoured midsection. If you have pockets of fat or loose skin of the abdomen that no longer respond to diet or exercise, you can benefit from a tummy tuck. Also known as abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess fat and skin while tightening the weakened abdominal muscles in order to flatten and sculpt a protruding midsection. The incision for a full tummy tuck is located in the lower part of the abdomen, typically in the pubic area between the hip bones. Additional liposuction may be performed at the waist to correct the love handles.

Body Lift

If you’ve achieved significant weight loss and are left with loose, excess skin, a body lift can help improve your body shape. A body lift is a plastic surgery procedure that consists of removing excess skin and sometimes fat from the torso and upper legs. In other cases, it is also performed to improve the skin on the abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks. A body lift can be combined with other procedures like the arm lift to achieve a more toned body with better contours.

Arm Lift

Flabby upper arm skin can look unsightly, detracting from your overall appearance and leaving you self-conscious about wearing sleeveless shirts at the gym. An arm lift procedure can address that problem. Also known as brachioplasty, an arm lift is a plastic surgery procedure that involves making an incision from the armpit down to the elbow on the inside of the arm to reduce local pockets of fat, remove excess sagging skin, and tighten the underlying supportive tissues that give the upper arm its definition. This creates smoother, more toned upper arms while also enhancing the shape and contour of the entire arm.

Schedule Your Body Contouring Procedure in New York Today

Described by Forbes as the “Go-To Surgeon For Men,” Dr. Steinbrech has advanced the field of men’s aesthetics through his innovative techniques and keen attention to detail. With his innovative techniques and approach, Dr. Steinbrech can help maintain and enhance your masculine characteristics while creating a natural curvature in every step of your body contouring procedure. To learn more about your body contouring procedure options, contact Gotham Plastic Surgery in New York City today.