Liposuction Surgery – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Having a figure you love can be a tremendous boost to your self-esteem. Liposuction can help you get rid of nagging bulges and trouble spots that don't seem to respond to diet and exercise, helping you feel good about the way you look. Dr. Hurwitz has been a leader among liposuction surgeons for many years. He was at the cutting edge of ultrasonic liposuction, an advanced liposuction technique. If you are interested in having liposuction surgery in Pittsburgh, Dr. Hurwitz can help you safely achieve beautiful results.

Liposuction can be used on almost any area of the body where fat tends to settle, including the neck, arms, abdomen, back, buttocks, hips, thighs, calves, and ankles. The procedure can usually be done on an outpatient basis. Dr. Hurwitz can perform tumescent liposuction, ultrasonic liposuction, or power assisted liposuction, depending on your treatment area and specific case. Here is a brief overview of how liposuction works.

First, you are given an anesthetic -- either local or general -- or an epidural, depending on which areas you are having treated. No matter which technique Dr. Hurwitz chooses, you will be given fluids through an IV during liposuction. Once you are comfortable, Dr. Hurwitz inserts a thin hollow tube, called a cannula, into your treatment area. It is attached to a special vacuum that sucks up the fat cells as the cannula is moved through your tissue. Dr. Hurwitz always takes care to make as few and as small incisions as possible. At the Hurwitz Center, specialists apply advanced Endermologie to treat cellulite, minor skin bulges, and laxity.

Liposuction – Tumescent, Ultrasonic, Power-Assisted – Pennsylvania

If Dr. Hurwitz selects the tumescent liposuction technique for you at his Pennsylvania office, he will inject large amounts of an anesthetic liquid into your treatment area before making any incisions. The liquid helps to minimize your fluid loss, may reduce bruising, and may allow you to avoid the need for additional anesthetic.

The ultrasonic liposuction technique uses a special cannula that emits ultrasonic energy. The ultrasound waves help to liquefy fat cells, making them easier to remove. The ultrasonic liposuction technique allows for great precision and is the best choice for fibrous areas such as the chest and back.

Finally, power-assisted liposuction is a new technique that uses a motorized cannula. Because it vibrates as it moved through the tissue, power-assisted liposuction is less tiring for the surgeon if you are having a large area treated. Power-assisted liposuction has also been associated with a shorter recovery time for patients. Because it is a new technique, be sure to choose a surgeon with the training and experience to perform it properly. Dr. Hurwitz meets these qualifications.

Most of the risks involved in liposuction can be minimized by choosing a highly qualified and experienced liposuction surgeon like Dr. Hurwitz. Should you choose to undergo the liposuction procedure in Pennsylvania, he will advise you of potential complications, give you thorough pre and postoperative instructions, and take the time to answer your questions. If you are interested in learning more about liposuction, please contact Dr. Hurwitz today.