Learn how AquaShape liposuction and CoolSculpting, two popular body contouring options, compare to each other. Interview with Charlotte North Carolina plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Ditesheim.
It’s easy to go under the radar – take a long weekend, and no one has to know you had help looking that good.
Recovery is incredibly quick; many patients return to work the day after getting liposuction. You’ll see results immediately, with very little post-op swelling.
For most men, the Aquashape investment will range from $5000 to $15,000.
Liposuction is the gold standard for removing unwanted, excess fat and improving shape. Unlike non-surgical fat reduction, which can only reduce the total number of fat cells in an area, with liposuction, a surgeon can remove precisely the amount of fat desired, sculpting a naturally smooth shape.
Traditional liposuction techniques can require general anesthesia, a week away from work, and three weeks before you’re back at the gym. A lot of men just don’t have time for that. Plus, it’s hard to keep your surgery “under the radar” with a week or more of downtime.
AquaShape is a water assisted liposuction technique that yields superb results with much less trauma to your tissues. It uses a water jet to separate the fat and sculpt the area rather than force. This helps Dr. Ditesheim sculpt the area with great precision and shortens your recovery process dramatically. Most patients are back at work in a day or two—have your procedure on Friday, go back in on Monday with a better body.
One of the many physical differences between men and women is that fat in the male body is thicker and more fibrous than in the female body. Male liposuction can be more challenging with traditional technology due to the difficulty separating excess fat from surrounding tissue. However, the advanced technology of AquaShape liposuction eliminates this difficulty, making treatment and recovery smoother for men.
Additionally, male liposuction requires more precise fat removal than the female procedure since it focuses heavily on enhancing muscle contours. Avoiding unnecessary damage to the surrounding tissues is vital to attaining this specific cosmetic goal. Therefore, AquaShape liposuction is a great option for men, as it provides more attractive, substantial results with fewer side effects and minimal recovery than other liposuction techniques.
Our suite is certified with the highest level of accreditation by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF).
learn moreCharlotte, NC plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey A. Ditesheim is a highly accomplished, board-certified plastic surgeon with a reputation for excellence. In choosing a plastic surgeon, you want to be completely confident that your procedure will be performed with advanced surgical skills and true artistry. Dr. Ditesheim has an impeccable reputation in Charlotte, North Carolina and beyond, drawing discerning patients to his exclusive clinic in Ballantyne.
learn moreLike traditional liposuction, AquaShape procedures could target many areas of the body where men may hold excess fat. Common treatment areas include:
Dr. Ditesheim works to create muscle definition in these areas, which is important to many men.
In addition to the typical treatment areas, AquaShape liposuction can be used to reduce enlarged breast tissue in men caused by the medical condition known as gynecomastia. However, the procedure focuses on removing excess fat to enhance muscle definition, so gynecomastia patients with significant breast tissue may undergo further surgery to correct their condition.
Due to the gentler process of AquaShape liposuction treatments, excess body fat that undergoes liquefying and removal may be preserved for additional male cosmetic treatments. Specifically, the excess fat could be transformed into filler injection material to be used for non-invasive cosmetic rejuvenation treatments.
For example, the injections could reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, fine lines, and skin folds by restoring volume beneath your skin.
Since the injections contain material from your own body, there are fewer medical risks, complications, and side effects after treatment. Further, the results typically appear more natural immediately after treatment and over time.
An AquaShape procedure for men usually lasts between 30 minutes and three hours, depending on the number of areas to be treated. Dr. Ditesheim will perform your surgery at our fully accredited, private surgery center. Most patients only require local anesthesia to minimize discomfort during the procedure, and many drive themselves to and from our office.
AquaShape has one of the quickest recoveries you’ll find in a cosmetic procedure. Most of our patients return to work after just one to four days. Although, we suggest that vigorous activity should be avoided for a few weeks. Bruising and swelling are minimal.
Most men in Charlotte who have gotten AquaShape liposuction only find they need pain medication for the first day or two, if at all. Our experienced staff will provide you with postoperative guidelines that state instructions for the most comfortable and successful healing.
As with any cosmetic body contouring procedure, male AquaShape liposuction patients in Charlotte typically enjoy long-lasting body contour enhancements. However, though the fat cells removed with liposuction do not return, the procedure does not prevent new fat from forming after treatment due to significant weight gain.
Therefore, the most vital factor for preserving your results is maintaining a stable weight after the procedure by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly. If you do experience minor weight fluctuations after an AquaShape liposuction treatment, the fat may be more evenly distributed than before.
As the only plastic surgeon in North Carolina performing AquaShape liposuction for men, Dr. Ditesheim offers Charlotte patients one of the most effective, safe and quick ways to improve body contours. And you’ll never hear him say you “need” surgery; he’ll listen to your goals, go over your options, and let you choose how to proceed.
Contact Ditesheim Cosmetic Surgery today to schedule your initial consultation.