Am I a Candidate for Southern California Liposuction?

Sooner or later most people develop diet resistant bulges of fat. Liposuction is now the most popular cosmetic surgery in Southern California and around the world because millions of men and women choose to have a more ideally sculpted figure. Several breakthrough techniques in Los Angeles for liposuction have also given liposuction the lowest complication rate of any plastic surgery. The odds of obtaining a safe and beautiful result are improved significantly when the operation is performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. David Stoker.

To find out if you are a candidate for Los Angeles liposuction with Dr. Stoker, please read the information below. Then call Marina Plastic Surgery Associates at 800-7-NEW-YOU or use our simple online form to schedule your complimentary consultation at our Marina del Rey office — less than 10 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Candidates for liposuction have localized deposits of fat, and should be in good general health. Dr. Stoker can recommend certain steps to help you achieve optimal health for your procedure. His team will also coordinate with your medical doctors the steps necessary for you to obtain medical clearance for surgery.

Sufficient skin elasticity is another important requirement. As we age, our skin becomes less elastic. In order for our skin to adjust to a slimmer body contour, patients must have a certain degree of skin elasticity. During your initial consultation, Dr. Stoker will determine whether or not your skin has sufficient elasticity to undergo liposuction and if additional skin removal might be necessary to achieve your desired results.

One of the newest liposuction techniques in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, Smartlipo™, offers additional benefits for some liposuction candidates. Because it is less-invasive than traditional liposuction, it can be a good alternative for those who prefer having just local anesthesia and for patients who want to minimize downtime. And since Smartlipo often has a skin-tightening effect, it may be an option for areas of the body where skin is less elastic.

Liposuction should not be considered a substitute for a healthy diet and exercise. While patients can achieve a slimmer, more desirable body shape by undergoing liposuction, lifestyle choices will always play a significant role in your health, fitness, and appearance.