Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that removes excess fat deposits from the body. Liposuction is not a surgery performed for weight loss as much as it is a surgery for perfecting or correcting the contours of the body for a more visually pleasing silhouette.

Liposuction is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States. One of the reasons that it is so popular, is that it addresses a multitude of problems. For those who are in their ideal weight, or slightly over, liposuction can remove stubborn fatty areas that drive you crazy. For example, those who are frustrated with touching thighs, or love handles, or saddle bags, liposuction corrects all of this. If you want a trim, tight waistline, liposuction can achieve this for you. Secondarily, it is a great adjunct for Gynecomastia, a condition where fat enlarges the breast tissue of men. Or removing Lipomas, which are benign fatty tumors that can develop as we age. Liposuction is a wonderful tool for creating those smooth contours you have always desired.

Dr. Larsen & His Liposuction Technique

Dr. Larsen is a double board-certified plastic surgeon who has been practicing for over 22 years. He has been performing liposuction successfully for many years. During liposuction, he uses an instrument called a cannula, which is a small, hollow, cylindrical surgical tool that allows fat to be suctioned through it without harming the surrounding tissues.

He makes small incisions in well-hidden areas and inserts the cannula just under the surface of the skin into the fatty tissue below. The cannulas he uses are small ranging in size from 2-6mm. The smaller the cannula, the more detailed the results can be and these are usually used for Liposculpture of the face and neck for instance. The desired amount of fat is then removed and the contours of your tissue are reshaped and the incisions are closed. Dr. Larsen is an extremely skilled surgeon and is known for creating natural-looking results. You will be pleased with the results of this surgery.

Are You a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

If you are considering Liposuction, it’s important to realize that this is a procedure for contouring and not weight loss. It’s common for people to think that liposuction can be a quick fix for weight loss, but the truth is there is not a replacement for a healthy lifestyle. A healthy diet and exercise are the best way to lose weight, and liposuction is meant to contour problem areas of the body.

Good candidates for a Liposuction procedure have the following:

• Maintained a healthy weight for at least a year.
• They are within 30% of their ideal BMI and have firm skin with good elasticity as well as a healthy muscle tone.
• A non-smoker.
• Have a positive outlook and realistic expectations of what is possible.

Remember, liposuction is not a quick fix. The typical recovery to being pain-free is a few days to a week or two. Swelling and your final contours will actually take several months. But you should be extremely happy with the results within 4-6 weeks. You should notice a significant result as soon as your first post-op visit.

Many patients are curious about the process of liposuction. Every procedure at Buckhead Plastic Surgery begins with a consultation. Call us today to book a consultation and Dr. Larsen and his talented staff will welcome you into our office. We will sit with you and listen to your concerns and answer all your questions. We will present you with all the possible treatment options for your optimal results.

Rhinoplasty is often referred to as a nose job and is a surgical procedure performed to change the look or function of the nose. Although a rhinoplasty is commonly thought of as a cosmetic procedure, it is often done to help improve the function of the nose, i.e breathing. Cosmetically, rhinoplasty is performed to improve the silhouette of the face and nose to achieve better facial harmony. Whatever your reason for considering rhinoplasty, Buckhead Plastic Surgery is the right place for you. Call us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Larsen.

What is a rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a very common plastic surgery procedure. It is most commonly performed for aesthetic reasons. If you’d like to change the size, shape, or symmetry of your nose a rhinoplasty is the answer.

Rhinoplasty can be performed to correct such issues as, a nose size that is out of balance with the rest of

the face. Other common reasons include, a

nose that is too wide at the bridge, has visible bumps that need to be corrected, has a tip that is too big, or is just asymmetric to the rest of the face.Rhinoplasty is also often performed to repair a deviated septum or issues that cause breathing problems.

The procedure itself is extremely delicate and should only be performed by the most talented surgeons. Dr. Larsen’s 20+ years of experience with rhinoplasties allows him to envision the best technique for your procedure based on your wants. He has an excellent reputation in his field and can give you an honest opinion about your goals and potential results.

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Am I a good candidate for rhinoplasty?

Many patients are curious if they are a good candidate for rhinoplasty. The best candidates are non-smokers, who are unhappy with the look or function of their nose. Good candidates are physically healthy and their facial growth is complete. It is also important to have a positive outlook and realistic expectations about the results of surgery as well as understanding the length of the healing process.

Facelift surgery is the cornerstone procedure in the world of plastic surgery. When the topic of plastic surgery arises, face lifts are at the top of the list. As with any plastic surgery procedure, patients typically have a lot of questions, so we compiled the most commonly asked questions for you about facelift surgery. 

What is Facelift Surgery?

A facelift (referred to as a facial rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure that improves the contours of the face and reduces the visible signs of aging. It is best known for:

• Reversing the aging process, allowing you to look and feel younger
• Lifting and tightening the appearance of sagging skin on the face
• Eliminating or reducing the fold lines between the nose and the corner of the mouth
• Removing or redistributing fat deposits that have aged your lower face
• Lifting and rejuvenating the lower face 
• Removing jowls and sagging skin over and around the jawline

I have been considering other procedures, should I combine them with my Face Lift?

A revitalizing facelift is often performed in conjunction with other surgeries such as a brow lift, facial implants, eyelid surgery, skin resurfacing, lip augmentation, and/or a neck lift. When combined with a face lift, a patient can achieve optimal results. Here are some improvements you can expect with these additional procedures:

• Balanced and elongated proportions with a chin implant
• Tighter, more refreshed eyelids from a blepharoplasty
• Fuller, more youthful lips with a lip augmentation
• Lifted, more open and awake eyes with a brow lift

As we age, your underlying facial structures change. On the inside, we have loss of facial fat (whoever thought that would be a problem?) and bone loss. On the outside, exposure to the sun, accounts for about 85% of our skin damage, loss of elasticity, and sagging of the tissue.  And you are not exempt, the aging process affects us all. Other processes including stress, environment, smoking and genetics all take a toll on our skin. 

Buckhead Plastic Surgery has several options for facial rejuvenation starting at minimally invasive cosmetic treatments such as botox and fillers. Stepping it up to our laser treatments for a more brightened, even appearance to your skin. Finally, approaching the longer lasting, complete facelifts which can include brow lift, blepharoplasty, lip augmentation, and neck lift. While minimally invasive treatments may “feel good” with less downtime and minor healing requirements, ultimately they can only go so far and will not address your deeper concerns the same way a face lift would. If you’re unsure of which procedure is right for you, call our office and book a consultation. Dr. Larsen will examine your facial structure and present you with a personalized treatment plan so you can achieve your optimal results. Our goal is to help you feel your best when you look in the mirror. We will always provide you with options for the best and most natural-looking results.

How much does a facelift typically cost in Atlanta?

A facelift is a procedure that is commonly combined with other surgeries such as a neck lift. Each cosmetic surgery is specific to your facial contours and genetics. A facelift in Atlanta can cost anywhere from $6,000-8,000. However, the combination of a face and neck lift procedure at Buckhead Plastic Surgery starts at $9,500. 

Feel free to read our reviews to see how pleased our patients have been with their procedures. Our patients are thrilled with their new youthful appearance, and we are confident we can do the same for you. 

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What are the steps of a facelift?

To begin your facelift journey, we always start with a thorough and comprehensive consultation at Buckhead Plastic Surgery with Dr. Larsen. We will carefully listen to your concerns, wants, and needs, and tailor that into customized treatment plan for you. Your ideas and goals are always the foremost priority in our customized plan. 

Having tailored your customized treatment plan, you’re off to the operating room. Your facelift will most likely be performed under general anesthesia, however, under certain circumstances, your facelift may be performed under local anesthesia with sedation.  Dr. Larsen’s typical facelift both tightens the underlying structures (SMAS), then re-drapes and tightens the overlying skin. If other procedures have been decided upon they will be completed at the same time. 

In a traditional facelift, the incision starts in the hairline above the ear. It then continues down along the ear, around the earlobe, and back into the hairline as it ends nears the lower part of your scalp. The underlying tissue of the face is repositioned and tightened, and the fat deposits under the skin may be sculpted or removed. Your skin will then be redraped and any excess skin removed before the sutures are closed.

A limited incision facelift is a popular alternative to the traditional facelift typically for the younger adult. It involves smaller incisions at the temples and around the ears. Often referred to as a “mini-lifts. The mini-lift procedure is less invasive than the traditional facelift. Therefore, in the younger patient requiring less “lifting”, this procedure can be fantastic. However, using this procedure in someone requiring greater rejuvenation, the results will be less dramatic than having a traditional facelift. 

What to expect during facelift recovery?

In many offices facelifts are an outpatient procedure, here at Buckhead Plastic Surgery we require an overnight stay. This is solely with your safety and comfort in mind. With an overnight stay, we will have a nurse with you throughout the night for an enhanced recovery. Recovering from a facelift is not particularly painful, but the first 24 hours are when you will experience the most discomfort. This is why we invite you to stay in a luxury suite at the Chastain Surgery Center, where Dr. Larsen exclusively operates. Let our caring medical staff attend to all your medical needs in a brand new state of the art facility. The team at Chastain Surgery Center will provide you with 5-star medical care around the clock. They will make you as comfortable as possible, so all you need to do is rest and relax.

When you leave Chastain Surgery Center, we will send you home with clear instructions on how to care for yourself. Immediately following the surgery, a light dressing will be in place to reduce the swelling. It’s normal to feel some discomfort, and most patients report feeling sore or tight across the face. This is simply a part of the healing process, and some discomfort will be present. It is usually very mild and controlled with an over the counter anti-inflammatory after the first 3-4 days.

Your specific home care instructions will vary based on the procedure and any other combined procedures that were done. Typical care instructions include a few lifestyle adjustments such as sleeping on your head elevated at an incline. The swelling will reach its peak during the first week and rest is recommended. (Time to let someone else take care of the house, it’s probably best that you just catch up on your reading or your favorite Netflix show). Most people can get up easily and move around the day after surgery.

After 10 days or so most people can return to work and regular responsibilities. Maybe take a few more weeks off from anything like Kickboxing or Crossfit… this is no time to join a dodgeball league. You will be able to return to cardio in three weeks. Most sutures will be removed in the first 5 days. Swelling will greatly improve over the first 4 weeks, in which you will start to see your amazing results, and will continue to improve over the next several months.

Are the results permanent?

No cosmetic procedure can stop the aging process. Facial rejuvenation, such as a facelift, turns back the clock of time. Afterwards, however, the clock restarts just with a younger you. At this point, it is essential for you to be proactive in taking steps to maintain your results. Caring for your skin, protecting it from sun, and continuing with treatments such as Forever Young BBL (a laser treatment offered at LUX Med Spa) will help to prolong the effects of your facelift for many years. Additionally, consuming a nutrient-rich diet and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol will add to the longevity of your facelift. 

Why Choose Buckhead Plastic Surgery for Your Facelift

Patients have been turning to Buckhead Plastic Surgery for their cosmetic needs for over 20 years. Dr. Larsen is a double board-certified surgeon with an exceptional track record. His patients appreciate his honest and direct approach. He will spend time providing you with the best options for optimal and natural-looking results. He will answer all your questions to make you feel as relaxed and at ease as possible as you prepare for your procedure. Call us today at 404.367.9005 to set up your consultation and see what a difference Buckhead Plastic Surgery can make in your life.