In our continuing series highlighting plastic surgery procedures in Singapore, Expat Choice caught up with internationally acclaimed Plastic Surgeon Dr Marco Faria Correa to discuss about Male Liposuction.
Fuelled by today´s selfie-obsessed social media culture, and the rise of less invasive procedures, men are increasingly more aware of the options they have when addressing cosmetic improvements.
According to Dr Marco, the pressure for the perfect body is much higher among women. However, the concern to improve body aesthetics is increasingly common among men as well. Therefore, the male interest in liposuction has been increasing considerably.
Dr Marco explain, “for men who are discovering and looking for aesthetic procedures, the most frequent options are aimed at facial aging, abdomen and localized body fat.
The Plastic Surgery procedures most sought after by men are Facial Rejuvenation, Abdominoplasty and Liposuction.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a suction technique to remove fat from specific areas of the body to reshape and contour areas such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, or neck. It is an excellent cosmetic procedure to achieve a defined muscular physique. It is a type of cosmetic procedure that removes fat in stubborn areas of the body.
Many men who care about their appearance and wish to make a good impression, whether in personal or professional life, spend a fair amount of time working out to conquer a healthy and well-defined body. But often, fat, especially male breast fat, abdominal fat, or those “side tires”, insist on staying. In these cases, Male Liposuction appears as the only effective solution for losing localized fat.
Not everyone is the perfect candidate for this type of surgery. To qualify for this surgery, the patient must be within 30 percent of his body’s healthy weight zone. For best results, he must have firm skin that has a natural elasticity.
Liposuction for men and for women is identical it is done in the same way and with the same goal. The difference is the design, the shape of the aesthetics of male and female patients. In Female Liposuction the Plastic Surgeon focuses on the side of the abdomen to shape the patient’s body leaving a “guitar style”, silhouette which in turn highlights the curves. On the other hand, in Male Liposuction, the goal is to remove excess fat, and to leave a defined flat belly.
Male Liposculpture is a plastic surgery procedure that removes excessive localized fat from certain areas of the body and Grafted in another area of the patient’s body. In the case of men, the fat is grafted into the buttocks to increase the definition of the buttock area.
So, what benefit does liposuction offer a male?
Male Liposuction mainly offers the benefit of better defining the abdominal area and treating gynecomastia.
As a man gets older, areas of fat tend to accumulate, especially in the abdomen, chest area and in the neck. Most often this fat has not been eliminated with the ongoing practice of physical activities and/or a healthy diet.
Fat loss happens in general and is not localized. This is why we cannot choose which part of the body is going to lose weight. Therefore, for those who want to eliminate localized fat, physical activity, and diet, do not always produce the desired outcome.
Men have a genetic predisposition to accumulate fat in the abdominal region and flanks. There are cases of men who have achieved results but still suffer from a little “tire” on the side. In these cases, liposuction is indicated to eliminate fats located on the sides of the abdomen.
Male Liposuction can also be performed on the arms, a double chin, pubis area, thighs, knee, and male breasts.
Not all fat can be aspirated during a liposuction. When belly fat is subcutaneous, for example, it poses no health hazard and can be easily removed during the liposuction procedure. The problem of fat for a man’s health and appearance can occur when the predominant fat is visceral.
Subcutaneous Fat is responsible for hiding the abdominal muscles and is located just below the skin layer. For this reason, subcutaneous fat can be touched and felt with fingers in localized fat regions.
Visceral Fat, on the hand, cannot be touched or felt by the fingers of the Plastic Surgeon, as it lies between the organs of the body. There is evidence that men tend to have more visceral fat than women. This visceral fat cannot be removed by Liposuction.
The process of Liposuction Surgery removes fat cells permanently from the body. After receiving Liposuction Surgery, fat cells won’t move to the area you had treatment. However, other areas of the body may gain weight and expand if the weight begins to fluctuate.
If the patient has skin that has great elasticity, the skin will likely appear smooth and even. On the other hand, if the patient has skin that doesn’t have elasticity, the skin may appear loose.
Surgery lasts approximately two to three hours, depending on the area to be treated. The applied anaesthesia in this case is a general anaesthesia.
After the procedure the surgeon will recommend the patient to wear compression garments in the following few weeks, as the compression will help reduce swelling.
Pain varies from patient to patient, but usually the pain most people feel is during the recovery process, and it disappears on average within 10 days after surgery.
Swelling and bruising disappear between 15 and 21 days after the surgery. Any scars are virtually imperceptible, from 0.3 to 0.5 cm in length. On average, after one month the patient will be free of restrictions.
The patient should avoid physical effort for at least two to three weeks after surgery, although it must be noted that the patient needs to continue with a healthy lifestyle, to avoid gaining weight which can impair the result of the surgery undertaken.
Results of before and after Male Liposuction Surgery is transformative and can be seen in up to two months of surgery. Usually, Male Liposuction leaves a man’s body with an athletic shape. This includes, defined and toned abdomen, straight waist and wide shoulders and chest.
Liposuction is one of the safest ways to remove excess body fat. While the best results show after a few weeks or months, the patient can see immediate results right after the surgery.
Liposuction is a viable option for many men as the procedure alone can effectively correct the problem areas. In most cases, men retain their skin elasticity longer than women do, as the layer of fat beneath the skin tends to be firmer and more vascular in men than in women.
One of the most consistent reasons men get Liposuction is to work on getting a Healthier-Looking and Younger Natural Appearance. This helps men feel more confident in their bodies, which encourages success in both personal and business relationships.
Dr Marco shares with Expat Choice, “we tailor treatments for men specifically to the male aesthetic, by considering male anatomy and their goals for treatment all while maintaining a masculine appearance, to improve self-body image, self-esteem and self-confidence”.
Dr. Marco is a pragmatic surgeon who has mastered the traditional open methods by applying the latest techniques for properly hiding the scars in the anatomical folds and crease, leaving inconspicuous scars.
For more information about each procedure visit www.drmarco.com or call Dr Marco Faria Correa, Internationally trained Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon with over 30 years of experience on +65 6464 8075 , WhatsApp +65 9176 1813 or email [email protected]