LIPOSUCTION
IN DUBAI
Targeted contour refinement through precise removal of localized fat deposits.
BODY CONTOURING WITH LIPOSUCTION
Liposuction removes localized fat deposits in areas where diet and exercise alone have not achieved the desired contour.
DR. IRAJ
overview
Liposuction is a procedure designed to refine body contour by removing localised fat deposits that do not respond to diet or exercise.
Rather than being a weight-loss procedure, liposuction is best understood as a technique for reshaping the body. When performed carefully it can improve transitions between different areas of the body, restoring balance and proportion.
The goal is not simply to remove fat, but to create contours that appear natural and harmonious with the surrounding anatomy.
Considering Liposuction
Patients consider liposuction when they notice areas of fat that remain resistant to lifestyle measures.
Common areas treated include:
• abdomen
• flanks
• thighs
• arms
• neck and jawline
These areas can develop localised fat deposits even in individuals who maintain a healthy weight.
Liposuction allows these areas to be reshaped so that the overall body contour appears more balanced.
AT A GLANCE
Overnight Stay
O DAYS
Final Result
6 MONTHS
Anaesthetic
Duration
1-2 HRS
GENERAL
Body Contouring and Proportion
Modern liposuction focuses on body contouring rather than simple fat removal.
The relationship between different areas of the body is important when planning surgery.
For example, defining the waist can make the surrounding contours appear more balanced. Similarly, subtle contouring of the flanks can enhance the overall silhouette.
Dr Ahmadi approaches liposuction as a process of shaping the body through careful adjustment of these transitions.
One way to understand this concept is to think of the body in terms of peaks and valleys.
When the surrounding contours are refined, the natural curves of the body become more defined.
Liposuction Technology
Liposuction can be performed using a variety of techniques.
In most cases Dr Ahmadi performs ultrasound-assisted liposuction using VASER technology. This system helps separate fat cells from surrounding tissues before removal, allowing for more controlled contouring.
In selected cases J-Plasma may be used to assist with skin tightening when appropriate.
These technologies are used as surgical tools to improve precision during contouring.
Surgical Technique
Liposuction is typically performed under general anaesthesia or sedation depending on the extent of the procedure.
Small incisions are made in discreet locations through which a specialised cannula is used to remove fat from the targeted areas.
Careful planning ensures that fat removal remains balanced across the treatment area so that the final contour appears smooth and natural.
Skin Tightening
Skin quality is an important factor when planning liposuction.
In patients with good skin elasticity the skin often retracts well after fat removal.
However, liposuction cannot correct significant skin laxity.
A useful way to think about this is to imagine letting air out of a balloon. As the balloon deflates, the material does not always shrink back to its original tight shape.
Skin behaves in a similar way. When fat is removed, loose skin may not completely tighten on its own.
When significant skin laxity is present, procedures that remove excess skin may be more appropriate. These may include abdominoplasty, brachioplasty (arm reduction) or thigh reduction, depending on the area of concern.
BEFORE AND AFTER
See before and after photos of a successful Liposuction Surgery.
Comparison photo showing a woman before and after breast surgery, with the 'before' on the left displaying natural breasts with drooping and wrinkling, and the 'after' on the right showing the same woman with reconstructed breasts and visible surgical scars.
Before and after images of a woman showing recovery from surgery, with visible scars and changes in breast and abdominal appearance.
Recovery
Liposuction is usually performed as a day procedure.
Most patients return home the same day.
Typical recovery milestones include:
• light activities within several days
• return to most normal routines within one to two weeks
• gradual return to exercise after several weeks
Compression garments are typically worn during early recovery to help support the tissues and reduce swelling.
As swelling settles the final contour gradually becomes more visible.
Results
Breast augmentation results evolve gradually as healing progresses.
Swelling settles over several weeks while the implants soften and adapt to the surrounding tissue.
When carefully planned the outcome should feel balanced with the patient’s natural proportions. Many patients describe the change as subtle refinement rather than dramatic transformation.
FAQs
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No. Liposuction is designed to contour specific areas of fat rather than produce overall weight loss.
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Common areas include the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms and neck.
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Liposuction removes fat but does not reliably tighten significant skin laxity.
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Many procedures use ultrasound-assisted liposuction such as VASER technology to help improve precision during fat removal.
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Most patients return to light activities within several days and resume normal routines within one to two weeks.
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Fat cells removed during liposuction do not return, though maintaining a stable weight helps preserve the contour.
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The incisions used for liposuction are very small and are usually placed in discreet locations.
GET TO KNOW
DR. IRAJ.
Dr Iraj Ahmadi is a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose work bridges aesthetic refinement and complex reconstructive surgery.
Alongside this work, his practice spans aesthetic surgery of the face and body as well as reconstructive surgery for cancer, trauma and complex tissue loss.
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