Liposuction

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One of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for men, liposuction in Paramus, New Jersey, reduces excess fat and sculpts body contours. Dr. Parker prefers the advanced SAFELipo® technique for smooth, natural-looking results and optimal skin retraction.

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  • Most patients return to work just a few days surgery.

Quick Facts

  • Results can be long-lasting if you maintain your body weight.**
  • Liposuction can address fat deposits nearly anywhere including the neck, chest, abs, and flanks.
  • Liposuction is often used to refine the results of other procedures.
  • BodyTite or FaceTite can be combined with liposuction for nonsurgical skin tightening if needed.
  • 22,815 men had liposuction in 2020.***

**Results may vary.

***Statistical information listed here is drawn from 2020 ASPS data.

Liposuction
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Liposuction Case 1222 Before & After View #1  | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #1222

This 45 year old male asked Dr. Parker to improve the contour of his abdomen and flanks. Two years earlier he had undergone Smart Lipo of his abdomen by another plastic surgeon and was disappointed with his results. The other surgeon then told the patient a tummy tuck was required but the patient refused. The patient is 5’8” tall, weighs 160... Read More
Liposuction Case 781 Before & After View #2 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #781

This 37 year old man was referred to Dr. Parker by his wife, who is also a patient of Dr. Parker’s. The patient works out regularly but was very bothered by the fullness in both flanks. He works out regularly, weight is stable and the patient says “he is in good shape”. He is 6’3″ tall and weighs 230 pounds. Dr. Parker performed SAFE liposuct... Read More
Liposuction Case 804 Before & After View #3 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #804

This 36 year old underwent correction of his gynecomastia by Dr. Parker 2 years ago. He returned requesting an improvement in contour to his abdomen and flanks. Dr. Parker performed SAFE liposuction on both areas, removing 900 cc of fat from the abdomen and 525 cc of fat from each flank. The patient breezed through his recovery. Once again, h... Read More
Liposuction Case 792 Before & After View #1 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #792

This 26 year old has been bothered by the fullness of his abdomen and flanks for several years and requested Dr. Parker improve them. The patient is 6 feet tall and weighs 250 pounds. Dr. Parker discouraged the patient from liposuction of his abdomen telling him that he had quite a bit of intra abdominal fat which could not be removed with li... Read More
Liposuction Case 800 Before & After View #1 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #800

This 53 year old was referred to Dr. Parker by another physician. He requested liposuction of his abdomen not only to improve its contour but to hopefully lower his “fat markers”. The patient is 5’9″ tall and weighs 187 pounds. He works out regularly. Dr. Parker explained to the patient that he could remove some fat with SAFE liposuction whic... Read More
Liposuction Case 763 Before & After View #1 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #763

This 44 year old was referred by his wife, also a patient of Dr. Parker’s. He was bothered by the persistent fullness of his abdomen and flanks despite working out regularly. The patient is 6′1″ tall and weighs 220 pounds. Dr. Parker performed SAFE liposuction on these areas, removing 600 cc of fat from the abdomen and 500 cc from each flank.... Read More
Liposuction Case 815 Before & After View #1 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #815

This 23 year old was referred to Dr Parker by another patient. He requested improving the contour of his abdomen and flanks following 50 pound weight loss achieved with diet and exercise. The patient is 5’11” tall and weighs 185 pounds. Dr Parker performed SAFE liposuction on these areas, removing 400 cc of fat from the abdomen and 350 cc of... Read More
Liposuction Case 805 Before & After View #1 | Paramus, NJ | Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
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Case #805

This 42 year old was referred to Dr. Parker by another patient. He came in requesting improvement in the appearance of his flanks. The patient works out regularly and is at a good weight for him, yet found getting rid of his “love handles” impossible. The patient is 6’1″ tall and weighs 185 pounds. At surgery, Dr. Parker performed SAFE liposu... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

Parker Center for Plastic Surgery

Are you frustrated with excess body fat despite your healthy lifestyle and dedicated workout schedule? Liposuction can help you reduce targeted areas of fat in order to contour the body. Dr. Parker commonly uses liposuction to help male patients from Hackensack, Ridgewood, Mahwah, and Somerset, NJ, reduce fat pockets from the neck, chest, abdomen, and flanks, and attain the leaner physique they work hard to achieve.

Liposuction is not a method of weight control or a treatment for obesity. It is a complement to diet and exercise, not a substitute for them.

How Does Liposuction Work?

Liposuction works wonders for many patients. The reason it works is that it actually removes unwanted fat cells—something no amount of diet and exercise can do.

We are all born with a certain number of fat cells, which form our subcutaneous tissue layer located between our skin and underlying muscles. Genetics, hormones, and weight changes cause localized areas of fat deposits to develop; in men, they are most common in the neck, breasts, abdomen, and flanks. When you gain or lose weight, your fat cells increase and decrease in size, but the absolute number of those cells remains constant. With liposuction, surgeons like Dr. Parker sculpt away a certain number of fat cells from specific areas to improve body shape and contour.

If you gain weight after liposuction, the fat will be deposited more evenly throughout the body; it does not selectively relocate to the areas that underwent liposuction. For this reason, you can think of liposuction as a “body re-proportioning procedure.”

What Are the Benefits of Liposuction for Men?*

Front view of male patients before and after abdominal liposuction

Liposuction can change your life in many ways. Our male patients tell us after surgery that they feel more athletic and younger. In addition, they observe the following changes, telling us they:

  • Look and feel better physically
  • Are motivated to lead healthier lives
  • Feel more self-confident with improved self-esteem
  • Think they are more successful at work
  • Say women find them more attractive
  • Find their interpersonal relationships and sex lives are strikingly enhanced

*Results may vary.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Male Liposuction?

The best candidates for liposuction are men who are close to their realistic or ideal body weight with localized fat deposits and good skin tone. Liposuction should not be confused with bariatric surgery or a weight-loss method; instead, it is effective for improving body contours. Liposuction can provide an incentive for weight loss if you’re slightly or moderately overweight.

During your initial consultation, Dr. Parker will examine your areas of concern, evaluate your skin tone, and discuss treatment options with you.

Dr. Paul Parker

Paul M. Parker, M.D., FACS

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Known for his surgical talent and caring personality, Dr. Parker has been serving the community for over 35 years. He has dedicated his practice to the education, safety, and comfort of his patients—making each one feel as important as family.

The Aesthetic Society; American Society of Plastic Surgeons; International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; The Rhinoplasty Society
The Aesthetic Society; American Society of Plastic Surgeons; International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; The Rhinoplasty Society

Does Liposuction Tighten Loose Skin?

If your skin has become loose due to significant weight changes or the natural aging process, removal of excess skin with or without liposuction is likely more appropriate than liposuction alone. BodyTite is a nonsurgical skin tightening treatment that Dr. Parker uses in combination with liposuction when skin laxity is a concern. BodyTite can be used on its own for skin tightening and modest fat reduction.

Before & After Neck Liposuction

Male neck liposuction
35 year old who requested improved neck contour had good skin tone and therefore was able to undergo liposuction of his neck.

For example, men with good skin tone can see impressive results from neck liposuction, while men with poor skin tone of the neck will get a better result with a surgical neck lift or possibly the FaceTite procedure.

Before & After Neck Lift

Side view of male patient before and after liposuction
68 year old who requested rejuvenation of his face and neck. Skin laxity required a neck lift to optimize his contour.

What’s Better: Liposuction or a Tummy Tuck?

Men with good skin elasticity whose main concern is excess fat in the abdominal area can often get the results they desire with liposuction alone. Those with excess fat, loose abdominal skin, and stretch marks would get a better result with abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). Patients with mild to moderate skin laxity and fat may be candidates for a combination of liposuction and BodyTite instead of a tummy tuck.

Before & After Abdominal Liposuction

Male liposuction
Side view of male patient before and after abdominoplasty
32 year old with good skin tone seen before and after liposuction of his abdomen and flanks.

Before & After Abdominoplasty With Liposuction

Front view of male patient before and after abdominoplasty
Side view of male patient before and after abdominoplasty
34 year old following 100 lb. weight loss, requested abdominal contouring. Marked skin laxity necessitated abdominoplasty in addition to liposuction.

What Should I Expect at My Liposuction Consultation?

During your initial consultation, Dr. Parker will discuss treatment options with you. In addition, you will be shown many before-and-after pictures of liposuction patients and undergo computer imaging to see what you could look like following liposuction. Our surgical results after liposuction have a very high correlation with what you are shown in your computer imaging session.

Computer Imaging for Neck Contouring Patient*

Male computer imaging for neck contouring

Actual Results for Neck Contouring Patient*

Actual neck contouring results
38 year old, referred by a friend to Dr. Parker, requested a reduction of the fullness of his neck. Computer imaging helped the patient see what results he might expect from liposuction. He is happy with the improved contour of his neck.
*Results may vary.

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How Is Liposuction Surgery Done?

Male liposuction surgery is performed in our on-site, fully certified ambulatory surgical facility, Surgiplex, LLC. Patients are made comfortable with monitored intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. Liposuction lasts from 45 minutes to several hours, depending on the number of areas undergoing treatment. Patients are discharged within 1 to 2 hours after surgery. If a significant amount of fat is removed, we will discuss post-op monitoring overnight in our aftercare facility or in the home by a private duty nurse.

Dr. Parker’s super-wet liposuction technique includes a local anesthetic solution injected into the targeted tissues to minimize bruising and swelling. Two or more tiny access incisions are used to insert the liposuction cannulae for each area being treated. This technique, called “crosshatching” (like mowing a lawn in two directions), promotes a smooth, natural-appearing contour.

The tiny access incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures. The resulting scars are virtually unnoticeable. Patients are fitted with a snug-fitting garment that provides support, promotes skin contraction, and optimizes the final contour.

Can Men Get 360 Liposuction?

While the specifics vary, men are excellent candidates for 360 liposuction, also called lipo 360 and circumferential liposuction. Dr. Parker uses this liposuction technique to remove fat all the way around the torso (360 degrees) instead of just the belly and back. He removes fat from the abdomen, flanks (love handles), sides (up to the chest), and back to help patients look fit and natural. Dr. Parker can even include liposuction of the chest if desired.

Dr. Parker can combine lipo 360 with his signature Parker Tummy Tuck for lipo abdominoplasty 360, which removes fat all the way around the torso, tightens sagging skin, and repairs the abdominal muscles if necessary.

What Are SAFELipo® and VASER Lipo®?

Dr. Parker will most often use the advanced SAFELipo technique to reduce fat with smooth, natural-looking results and optimal skin retraction. He prefers SAFELipo over VASER ultrasonic liposuction. Both techniques use specialized cannulae to break up and remove unwanted fat, allowing Dr. Parker to sculpt the desired contour.

More important than these particular methods is Dr. Parker’s extensive training, experience, and eye for detail, which allow him to achieve youthful, natural-looking contours.

Which Is Better for Men: Liposuction or CoolSculpting®?

You now have a nonsurgical option to reduce unwanted fat deposits with CoolSculpting. One of the most appealing aspects of CoolSculpting for men is that treatment is quick and convenient, and there is no downtime required. However, CoolSculpting is best for patients with more modest amounts of fat to reduce on the abdomen or love handles and who don’t require the more precise reshaping possible with liposuction.

Liposuction vs. CoolSculpting

Treatment AttributeLiposuctionCoolSculpting®
Best forSignificant fat reduction,
precise reshaping,
extensive contouring
Modest fat reduction
Treatment areasFace, double chin, neck, chest, back, abdomen, love handlesDouble chin, back, abdomen,
love handles
RecoveryBack to work in a few days
Exercise in 1 to 2 weeks
Small scars
No downtime required
See ResultsImmediate (improve as swelling subsides)Gradual over 8 to 12 weeks

In short, both are great options, but for different patients. Dr. Parker will help you decide the best option at your consultation.

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About Your Procedure

Our cosmetic consultations include plenty of time with Dr. Parker, our patient care coordinator, and our imaging specialist. Once your procedure is booked, our nurse educator will meet with you for a special 1-hour pre-op education session.

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How Painful Is Liposuction Recovery?

There is more soreness than pain after liposuction. Patients usually describe it as similar to “overdoing it at the gym.”

How Long Is Lipo Recovery?

Most of our male patients lead active lives and are eager to return to their regular activities as soon as possible after surgery. With that in mind, we have tailored our surgical procedures, anesthesia, and medications, and developed our Rapid Recovery peri-operative program to accelerate patients’ recuperation after surgery. While everyone heals differently, most men are ready to return to work within several days of surgery and resume exercise in 1 to 2 weeks.

The compression garment can be removed the day following surgery to shower. These garments are typically worn for several weeks. During both your consultation with Dr. Parker and in your pre-op education visit with our Nurse Educator, your anticipated recovery will be discussed in detail.

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What Is My Next Step?

To meet with Dr. Parker and his team in Paramus, New Jersey, and review your liposuction options, request a cosmetic consultation using our online form or call (201) 967-1212 for an appointment