Liposuction

Liposuction has, for the first time, overtaken breast augmentation surgery as the most-performed procedure on a global scale. It is also one of the most popular procedures at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, often paired with tummy tucks, breast augmentation, and other surgeries. It’s paramount that, for any surgery, you find a reputable surgeon who is board-certified, specializes in the surgery you want, and has an array of before and after photos...

It’s rare for a person who has lost a significant amount of weight to have no lingering, stubborn fat pockets on their mid-section. That’s why, at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, liposuction is almost always added on to a tummy tuck procedure. The two just go together, even though they are very different procedures. A tummy tuck, on the surface, addresses extreme sagging and laxity of the stomach. There are also mini...

“How much do implants cost?” It’s one of the most common questions at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, and it’s not a one-price-fits-all answer. The cost of breast augmentation is going to depend on various factors, such as the type of implant and the placement. For instance, implants can be put on top of the breast muscles or below them. Placing them below the muscles can help achieve a more natural look...

For decades, breast augmentation was the most popular plastic surgery on a global scale (and one of the most popular surgeries at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center). Now, for the first time, liposuction has become the most popular according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) group. It is no surprise considering liposuction is an in-demand standalone procedure, is often paired with other procedures (including breast augmentation), and of course...

Breast augmentation is the enhancement of the breast size and shape via implants. It was the most popular cosmetic surgery around the globe—including at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center—until liposuction surpassed it just this year. Breast implants are still very in demand, both for celebrities and non-celebs alike, but seeing the gorgeous results of your favorite influencer might just influence you to book a consult with the best plastic surgeon in the...

It’s a question asked by a lot of patients—especially by women who aren’t sure if they will have more biological children in the future. In the vast majority of cases, the answer is no. If you are a healthy adult, you probably don’t have to wait for a tummy tuck. There is a myriad of mothers who have had a tummy tuck and then gone on to have one (or more) children. However, do keep...

Breast augmentation, the improvement of breast aesthetics via implants, has long been the most popular cosmetic surgery—both at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center and around the globe. Many patients are pleasantly surprised at the relatively small incisions necessary for most implants and, in turn, the quick healing time. Most patients feel good enough to go about sedentary tasks, including desk jobs, after about 7 – 10 days and can even begin some...

A tummy tuck and liposuction are two very different procedures, but they pair perfectly together. Most patients at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center opt for liposuction when they get a tummy tuck even when there isn’t a large amount of fat to be removed in this area. The reason is simple: a tummy tuck is a relatively invasive surgery that allows you to easily add on liposuction (often with no additional incision)...

Does Every Tummy Tuck Need Lipo? The short answer is usually liposuction is almost always performed along with a tummy tuck, but it is not part of a tummy tuck. Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center usually recommends lipo with a tuck because this is an ideal time to further contour the body and remove stubborn pockets of fat without needing an additional incision or surgery. Plus, most people who are good candidates...

The vast majority of people who are good candidates for a tummy tuck will also benefit from liposuction. That’s why these two procedures are typically paired at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center and at surgical centers around the world. However, when you look at these two very different but complementary procedures, it seems clear that a tummy tuck is much more invasive. A full tuck does not just remove excess skin, with...