Liposuction of the love handles, also known as hip liposuction, can help eliminate fat deposits on the flanks and lower back.
Liposuction (or lipoaspiration) is a cosmetic surgery procedure that involves removing localized excess fat. It produces excellent results in this area.
Liposuction of the abdomen andlove handles helps you get rid of your love handles, slim your waist, and enhance the curve of your buttocks.
What is love handle liposuction?
"Love handles" are clusters offat cells locatedon the flanks (on the sides of the abdomen) that extend down to the lower back. This excess fat is often considered unattractive because it widens the waist and obscures the small of the back.
Liposuction of love handles removes excess fat cells and eliminates love handles. It is suitable for both women and men. It is a common procedure because the body tends to store fat in this area. Furthermore, it is very difficult to get rid of this fat, even with a strict diet and regular exercise.
Liposuction is currently the most effective technique for removing love handles, for several reasons:
- It's a storage area:lateral abdominal fatdoesn't always go away despite dieting and exercise;
- The fat in this area is often dense and can be easily suctioned;
- The skin in this area is often firm and very elastic. It generally adapts very well to the body’s new contours;
- The results are final.
What are the goals and results of hip liposuction?
- Regain a Balanced Figure
- Get Rid of Love Handles
- Get Back to a Slim Figure
- Reduce Waist Circumference
- Show Off Your Butt
- Remove the violin-shaped distortion
- Eliminate excess fat from the abdominal area
- Regain self-confidence.
Liposuction for Love Handles: Who Is It For?
Anyone—whether male or female—who feels self-conscious about love handles they consider unsightly is a good candidate, since the skin retracts very well in this area of the body. Liposuction of the hips is intended for patients who havelocalized excess fat on the hips andlower back, particularly when thisexcess fat is persistent anddoes not disappear despite a healthy diet and regular exercise.
What liposuction technique is used to remove love handles?
Dr. Delobaux uses VASER HD liposculpture (high-definition liposuction) to remove love handles and create a more balanced silhouette. This liposuction technique makes it possible to sculpt the body and redefine its curves while preserving its natural contours.
Refine your figure, restore a beautiful arch to your back, and accentuate the curve of your buttocks… VASER HD liposuction is a gentle liposculpture technique that delivers remarkable results. It can be combined with Renuvion to correct any excess skin.
For more information, please visit the page dedicated to ourliposuction techniques.
What are the steps to take before your hip liposuction in Paris?
Before undergoing your HD liposuction, you will need to schedule an initial consultation with your plastic surgeon, Dr. Delobaux. This preoperative consultation will allow him to assess your body shape in order to determine the appropriate surgical approach.
First, you will discuss your expectations and ask any questions you may have. Next, Dr. Delobaux will explain the surgical procedure to you. Finally, he will provide you with a cost estimate. You will then have a statutory period of 15 days to accept or decline it.
In addition, you will need to have blood tests done and schedule an appointment with the anesthesiologist at least 48 hours before the procedure.
How is love handle liposuction performed in Paris?
Liposuction of the love handles and hips is performed in the operating room.
It can be performed under local or general anesthesia. The type of anesthesia is chosen based on theamount of fat to be removed, as well as your preferences.
The procedure takes between 1 and 2 hours, depending on theamount of fat to be removed.
This is an outpatient procedure; you’ll be able to go home the same day, a few hours after you wake up.
The steps involved in hip liposuction:
- You will be given local or general anesthesia.
- The plastic surgeon marks the treatment area with a marker.
- He makes small incisions (no more than 5 mm) in the skin. These incisions are hidden in the gluteal crease.
- It liquefies fat using VASER technology.
- He then inserts a microcannula to carefully suction out the fat cells.
- It smooths the skin on the hips, following the natural curve of the gluteal muscles.
- He closes the incisions and dresses the small wounds.
- Putting on the compression panties.
What are the post-liposuction effects on the hips?
As soon as the procedure is over, you will be taken to the recovery room.
You should experience moderate pain for a few days. Pain relievers will help relieve the pain as soon as the first symptoms appear.
You'll be able to take a shower the very next day.
Except when showering, the panty should be worn every day, 24 hours a day, for 2 months.
Bruises will remain visible for about 15 days.
Your skin will be rough and sensitive for a few months.
You will need to wear compression stockings for 14 days.
You will need to receive injections of anticoagulants for 7 days.
You will be able to return towork in3 to 7 days.
You'll be able to resume your sports activities in the coming days. However, be careful not to injure yourself, and stop immediately if you feel any pain.
Good to know:
If you'd like, you can perform very gentle self-massages. They help prevent adhesions, improve the appearance of the skin, and reduce swelling more quickly.
Before-and-after photos of love handle liposuction in Paris
Prices for Love Handle Liposuction in Paris
Liposuction of love handles—prices in Paris: from €5,000 to €7,000.
Thecost of liposuction for love handles varies. It depends mainly on the amount of fat to be removed. In addition to the cost of the liposuction procedure, you’ll need to factor in the cost of the preoperative consultation, the consultation with the anesthesiologist, the purchase of compression garments, andpostoperative medications.
Liposuction is a purely cosmetic surgical procedure. As such, it is never covered by Social Security or private health insurance. However, it is possible to combine it with a reconstructive surgery procedure (tummy tuck) to qualify for partial reimbursement.
