Liposuction

Liposuction using Suction-Assisted Liposuction (SAL) and tumescent technique to remove stubborn fat from the neck, thighs, buttocks, arms, and abdomen. Each area treated takes approximately 40 to 60 minutes. The tumescent solution uses epinephrine and lidocaine to minimize bleeding and discomfort. Financing is available from $99 per month. Florida regulations limit liposuction to 4 liters of aspirate per procedure at surgery centers.

Liposuction at CG Cosmetic Surgery is the most commonly requested body contouring procedure at the clinic, used to remove localized fat deposits that persist despite diet and exercise. The primary technique is Suction-Assisted Liposuction (SAL), in which a thin cannula is inserted through small incisions and connected to a vacuum device to aspirate fat cells from the targeted compartment. The tumescent technique is employed as standard: a dilute solution of saline, epinephrine (a vasoconstrictor that reduces intraoperative bleeding), and lidocaine (local anesthetic) is infused into the target area before cannula insertion. This pre-infusion swells the fat compartment, making fat removal more efficient and uniform, and substantially reduces intraoperative blood loss compared to dry liposuction. The epinephrine effect also reduces post-operative bruising and swelling. The clinic also references Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction (UAL), Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL), and Tickle Liposuction/TCAL as available modality references, allowing the treating surgeon to select the most appropriate approach for each patient's anatomy and fat characteristics. Body areas routinely treated include the neck and submental area, upper arms, abdomen and flanks, inner and outer thighs, buttocks, and the bra-line area. Each treated area takes approximately 40 to 60 minutes, and multiple areas can be addressed in a single session within the limits of safe aspirate volume. Florida state regulations for surgery centers cap liposuction to 4 liters of total aspirate per procedure, a patient safety measure that influences the treatment plan for patients seeking significant volume reduction across multiple areas. Post-operatively, a compression garment is worn for several weeks, mild swelling and bruising are expected for one to three weeks, and final contouring results are visible at three to six months. Pricing starts at $2,000 per area at CG, with the national average ranging $3,500–$8,000.