Liposuction has remained one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures for the past three decades. For people seeking a slimmer, more contoured figure, liposuction may be a suitable option.

This safe and effective procedure removes stubborn fatty deposits from targeted areas of the body.

Liposuction is often performed in combination with other cosmetic surgery procedures such as breast enhancement or abdominoplasty. It can effectively eliminate stubborn fatty pockets that are unresponsive to diet and exercise.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides liposuction to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Good Candidates

Ideal liposuction candidates will have the following attributes:

• The presence of stubborn, localized fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise
• A desire to improve the body contours and achieve a more defined physique
• Reasonably elastic skin in the treatment site or the candidate is willing to undergo a body lift in combination with liposuction
• Stable body weight with the candidate no more than 20 pounds above their ideal weight and in good general health
• Realistic expectations and the understanding that liposuction is not a weight loss, cellulite reduction or skin tightening procedure.

Treatable Areas of the Body

Liposuction cosmetic surgery is not meant to be a weight loss procedure. Instead, it is most successful and effective when a surgeon uses it to enhance the patient’s overall body shape by eliminating deposits of fat in precise areas. On areas such as the flanks, abdomen, thighs, hips, breasts, arms, and buttocks, liposuction can be very effective.

Procedure

Traditional Liposuction

The surgeon uses a narrow tube, known as a cannula, which is connected to a powerful suction pump in the traditional liposuction surgery. The surgeon will place a tiny incision and then insert the cannula through this incision. They will manipulate the cannula to break up the fat and inject fluid into the site.

This procedure has certain associated risks. However, traditional liposuction can eliminate fat very effectively. It remains one of the most popular forms of liposuction.

Tumescent Liposuction

Traditional liposuction and tumescent liposuction are similar procedures. But experts often hail tumescent liposuction’s innovative medication use and reduced risk of complications.

In this procedure, the surgeon will inject a special solution (a mixture of lidocaine, salt solution, and epinephrine) into the fat layer. The amount of fluid is generally measured at three times the amount of fat being eliminated.

The solution causes the fat cells to swell which makes it easier to isolate and remove these cells. Furthermore, it shrinks blood vessels, and as it contains local anesthesia, it can help reduce the patient’s discomfort without the risks related to general anesthesia.

The minimal risks involved in the procedure pertain to the amount of solution injected and the quantity of lidocaine it contains.

Ultrasonic or Laser Liposuction

These types of liposuction use a specialized cannula that emanates ultrasonic sound waves or laser beams into the fat pockets. This liquefies the fat cells and enables easier removal. The use of ultrasound or laser technology enables the surgeon to remove larger and thicker fat pockets as well as tighten the surrounding skin.

Recovery

For the first week after the liposuction, the patient will need to recover at home. However, they should perform gentle walks around their home and light activities to improve blood flow. The surgeon may prescribe pain medications to address the initial pain and discomfort.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for liposuction.
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

Eyelid lift plastic surgery (blepharoplasty) improves the appearance of dull, listless eyes. At the time of the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon will evaluate the condition of the patient’s lower and upper eyelids and recommend an appropriate technique.

Some surgeons may choose to show the patient blepharoplasty before and after pictures during the initial consultation. This enables the patient to develop a better understanding of the potential outcomes of the surgery.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides eyelid lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

What are Eyelid Lift Before and After Photos?

Eyelid surgery ‘before and after’ images are a pair or group of photos of previous patients who have undergone blepharoplasty with successful results. These images are taken before the procedure and after the surgery when the post-operative inflammation and bruising have resolved, and the complete outcomes of the surgery become apparent.

The surgeon will obtain these photographs with the patient’s consent and show them to new patients in a private and judicious manner. Furthermore, the surgeon will not disclose the patient’s identity according to standard norms.

The only goal of the surgeon while presenting these pictures is to ensure that the prospective patient develops realistic expectations from the eyelid surgery procedure.

Advantages

Any facial procedure is understandably concerning to patients as the face is the most visible area of the body. By displaying blepharoplasty before and after pictures, the surgeon can offer a prospective patient an understanding of whether eyelid lift surgery is appropriate for them.

Certain patients may need only limited correction with an eyelid surgery while others may require a more extensive procedure. Regardless, the patient can make the most judicious decision after viewing eyelid surgery before and after images which are available on Dr. Tsai’s helpful website.

These pictures enable anyone to grasp the care and skill that Dr. Tsai possesses. Now someone can see what to expect without shifting any money in their bank accounts or making one phone call. This allows someone to make a key decision in their life based on anonymity. That is power given to the masses.

Combining Images with Text

Descriptive text explaining the procedure, the reasons for which it was undertaken, and how it helped the patient’s specific problems may be beneficial to prospective patients when displayed along with eyelid lift before and after pictures.

The surgeon can present the journey of a previous patient with concise, clear, and succinct descriptions. Such descriptive text can become a vital part of before and after image galleries, as patients tend to connect better with photos but recall the associated details more accurately with descriptions.  

Sharing Pictures

The surgeon may share before and after pictures digitally in the following ways:

• Website Galleries: Creating a before and after image gallery on the practice website which is the case here as already mentioned. Transparency is vital.
• Portfolios: Develop an image portfolio to display to prospective patients considering the same procedure.
• Blog Posts: An optimal way to provide new patients with visual evidence of procedure outcomes is by adding pictures to a blog post.
• Social Media Platforms: Using pictures is a powerful way to optimize social media posts. However, posting images on online forums warrants discretion.

A detailed before and after photo gallery offers information to patients and acts as a marketing tool for the surgeon and their practice. It is an avenue to showcase their skills and expertise while educating prospective patients on innovative cosmetic surgery procedures such as eyelid lift.

The advent of digital technology has been fully utilized by a plenitude of industries and the plastic surgery industry is certainly one of them. Now someone can see these poignant pictures while lying in bed or in the break room at work.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for eyelid lift.
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

The area around the eyes is one of the first sites to display signs of facial aging. Eyelid lift, also called blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can help address the appearance of under-eye bags and sagging upper lids.

This relatively minor plastic surgery can rejuvenate the facial appearance making a person look years younger.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides eyelid lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.

Cosmetic Outcomes

Blepharoplasty can significantly rejuvenate the appearance of tired, droopy eyes. In this procedure, the surgeon eliminates excess skin and fatty deposits from the upper and lower lids. Many patients choose to undergo eyelid lift surgery with other procedures such a brow lift or dermal fillers to treat crow’s feet.

Puffy Upper Lids: Eyelid surgery can improve the appearance of puffiness or under-eye bags.

Tired Looking Eyes: Blepharoplasty can effectively treat the eye areas that cause a person to appear tired and older than they are.

Excess Upper Eyelid Skin: The surgeon can remove excess skin on the eyelid and tighten it.

Upper Eyelid Surgery Outcomes

Upper blepharoplasty enables the surgeon to excise extra skin and fatty pockets that contribute to the appearance of droopy, puffy eyelids. In this procedure, the surgeon will place the incisions within the natural creases of the upper lid to ensure that any future scarring remains discreet.

They will eliminate any excess skin which may be impeding the vision or causing a droopy, tired eye appearance. Some patients may also require muscle repositioning.

Lower Eyelid Surgery Outcomes

The upper eyelid lift cosmetic surgery procedure mainly involves the elimination of sagging skin. However, the lower blepharoplasty procedure also involves the elimination of fat pockets that are more common in the under-eye area. The removal of these fat pockets along with the sagging skin creates a smooth, taut, more youthful surface above the cheek.

On top of this, the lower eyelid lift enables the surgeon to transfer dermal fillers or fat to depleted under-eye areas. This creates plump, youthful skin where the face may have earlier appeared sunken in.

At times, the surgeon redistributes the fat to reduce puffiness and uneven inflammation. In case the patient has lax muscles in this area, the surgeon will tighten these muscles as well during the procedure.

Functional Results

There are various functional advantages of eyelid surgery which can result in vision improvement. The removal of excess skin certainly has cosmetic benefits. But it can also restore the patient’s peripheral vision which may have been obstructed by sagging, droopy lids.

Increased Self-Confidence

Patients usually undergo eyelid lift surgery to correct some perceived aberration that affects the way they feel about their physical appearance. An effective blepharoplasty can make the eyes appear younger and more alert. This may provide the patient with more confidence in their appearance

Long-Term Outcomes

Eyelid lift surgery outcomes typically last for years. Some patients enjoy the benefits of eyelid surgery for their entire lifetimes. Nevertheless, it is important for patients to comprehend that while the fat taken from the eyelids during eyelid lift surgery is eliminated permanently, the natural process of aging may cause the sagging and wrinkling in the skin over time.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for eyelid lift.  
For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.

Eyelid surgery is a delicate procedure as it involves the eyes. Therefore, patients should choose a highly experienced and skilled surgeon for eyelid lift plastic surgery (blepharoplasty).

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai provides eyelid lift to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding locations.

Why Select a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon?

Upon choosing a board certified plastic surgeon for an intricate procedure such as eyelid lift surgery, the patient is assured that the surgeon would have received a minimum number of years of training in the area of plastic surgery.

Surgeons with certification from the respected American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) will invest in top-notch quality standards and best surgical practices, adopt the most advanced surgical technologies and techniques and pursue on-going education to upgrade their skills.

Experience

It is important for the patient to work with a surgeon who has specialized training. However, it is also vital to understand if the surgeon has sufficient practical experience in eyelid lift cosmetic surgery.

In case the patient is interested in a particular type of blepharoplasty or seek additional procedures such as brow lift, they should identify a plastic surgeon with experience in these specific procedures.

Desirable Attributes of an Eyelid Surgeon

• Easy to converse with, compassionate, warm
• Inclined to provide the patient with detailed information on the surgery
• Impassioned about the idea of making a positive difference in the patient’s life through cosmetic surgery
• Provides personalized attention and care to every patient
• Capable of understanding the aesthetic needs, hopes, aspirations, and desires of the patient
• Possesses detailed knowledge of the eye and face anatomy
• Has artistic sensibilities with a sense of balance, form, and proportion
• Utilizes the latest techniques to make sure that the blepharoplasty is minimally invasive and causes as little scarring as possible

Focus on Customization and Innovation

Every individual has unique facial characteristics. This makes it important for the surgeon to customize the procedure depending on the unique anatomical and aesthetic needs of the patient. Patients experience the highest rates of satisfaction when the procedure is individualized to create more comprehensive and natural results.

In general, plastic surgeons who focus on regularly updating their skill set and knowledge by educating themselves on the latest surgical techniques and state-of-the-art technologies provide their patients with beautiful results.

The use of advanced procedures is most beneficial for the patient as these techniques are usually an improvement over previous ones. The use of innovative solutions allows procedures to be less painful and minimally invasive with lower risks and faster recovery times.

Facilities

The certification and background of the surgeon is a vital factor when considering a surgical procedure. However, the surgical venue is an equally important consideration. Blepharoplasty should be ideally performed at a hospital or a surgical center that is accredited by the American Associations for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Centers.

The surgical facility must maintain the highest safety and surgical standards to receive this certification. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Roger Tsai receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for eyelid lift.

For more information on cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments by Beverly Hills board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Roger Tsai, MD please click here or call us at 310.276.1190. Taking patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and other surrounding cities.