During a facial liposuction procedure Dr. Azizzadeh will utilize a micro cannula which will extract fat deposits from the targeted areas. A syringe or pump will hold the excess fat deposits that were extracted. If you are doing lipo contouring as well Dr. Azizzadeh within utilize some of this fat to further define and contour your face.
Typically a single facial liposuction procedures sufficient to achieve the results you desire. Sometimes a patient will request a small follow a treatment for further contouring and refinement.
During the procedure you are lightly sedated or given local anesthesia and will remain in a "twilight" state. At the end of the procedure Dr. Azizzadeh close the incisions with very fine sutures. You will typically also be fitted with an elastic bandage for a day or two in May than the required to wear a similar elastic slaying while sleeping for seven to 14 days.
The pain you will encounter afterwords is nothing dramatic and will be relieved with mild pain killers. Cold packs are often also use reduce swelling and help control your post operative pain most patients typically return to their normal life within two to four days.
