Advanced Body Contouring Liposuction in Birmingham, AL | Dr. William Hedden

Understanding Liposuction: Advanced Body Contouring in Birmingham

Liposuction is a sophisticated cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat from specific body areas where diet and exercise have proven ineffective. At Hedden and Gunn Plastic Surgery, patients receive precision body contouring treatments targeting stubborn fat deposits with advanced techniques.

Treatment Areas for Liposuction

• Abdomen and waist
• Back
• Calves and ankles
• Chest area
• Face, cheeks, chin, and neck
• Hips and buttocks
• Inner knee
• Thighs
• Upper arms

Ideal Candidates for Liposuction

The most successful liposuction candidates are adults who:

• Are within 30% of their ideal body weight
• Possess firm, elastic skin with good muscle tone
• Are non-smokers in good overall health
• Have realistic body contouring expectations

Advanced Liposuction Techniques

Hedden and Gunn Plastic Surgery offers multiple advanced liposuction techniques to customize each patient's body contouring experience:

• Traditional Liposuction
• Power-Assisted Liposuction
• Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction (UAL)
• VASER Liposuction
• Laser-Assisted Liposuction
• Water-Assisted Liposuction

Recovery and Results

Patients can expect a structured recovery process with gradual improvement in body contours. Typical recovery milestones include reduced swelling by weeks 4-5, with continued enhancement of results over several months. Maintaining a stable weight and fitness level ensures long-lasting body contouring outcomes.

Important Considerations

Liposuction is not a weight loss solution but a body contouring procedure. The technique removes localized fat deposits to improve body proportions and shape. Patients should have realistic expectations and understand that results depend on individual healing and body composition.

For more information about Liposuction in Birmingham, AL, submit an enquiry to Dr. William Hedden.