What is Back Liposuction?
A trim, well-defined back looks beautiful in anything. The hourglass figure is stunning, but for some, stubborn back fat can settle in places like between the shoulders (“buffalo hump”) or the back rolls (“back boobs”). Body Contouring with SmartLipo of the back with Renuvion for skin-tightening is a great option to get rid of back fat. At Imagen, back lipo is commonly added to Lipo360 MAX to obtain a beautiful hourglass shape. Our liposuction technique is done with local anesthetic, through tiny incisions. Oral sedation and tumescent anesthesia help to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. During our liposuction procedure, we use the SmartLipo laser to liquify the fat and then the excess fat cells are removed using tiny cannulas.
Please note, liposuction is not a weight loss solution.
Am I A Good Candidate for Back Lipo?
An ideal candidate for fat removal through back liposuction is someone who is in good health, who hasn’t been able to get rid of undesired stubborn fat deposits with diet and exercise. You should be at or close to your ideal weight with good skin elasticity and realistic expectations for the results of your cosmetic procedure. If you have a significant amount of skin laxity, you may get a better result from a surgical procedure. A back lift or a circumferential body lift is similar to a tummy tuck.
Can Liposuction get Rid of Back Fat?
Back liposuction surgery can assist you to eliminate unsightly bra rolls (back boobs) and the infamous Buffalo hump in the upper back to give you smooth and beautiful curves. The combination of liposuction and skin-tightening will achieve natural looking contouring for a look that is fit and sculpted. Patients who struggle with folds around their bra line will love the relief they feel purchasing new lingerie or slipping on a fitted dress or shirt.
Back Liposuction with BBL or Lipo360
Many patients to treat other areas of the body in combination with their back lipo. Lipo360 and/or a fat transfer for buttock augmentation are the most combination with their back liposuction. Lipo360 treats the upper and lower abdomen, and love handles (lower back), so adding the bra line to this combo produces truly transforming results! A Brazilian Butt Lift is also a great complement to your back liposuction, creating a gorgeous line from your shoulders to your hips!
How much does Back Fat Liposuction Cost?
Back liposuction starts at $1,429 depending on which area of the back and how many areas, total, you want to have treated. During your consultation the doctor will perform a quick exam and advise the best possible body sculpting plan. You can leave reassured knowing exactly the entire cost of the procedure with no added fees or surprises.
Preparing for Back Liposuction
- For two weeks before your planned surgery, avoid all blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and smoking; these substances affect bleeding and recovery.
- Be sure to discuss any medications that you take on a regular basis with the team, you may need to stop some of them before your procedure.
- You will be given oral sedation and it is not safe for you to drive after your back lipo. Plan for a ride to and from your procedure.
- Wear loose clothing to your procedure to make changing more manageable and more comfortable. Be sure it’s clothing you don’t mind getting soiled (with tumescent liposuction you will have some drainage from your incisions the first day.).
How Long is the Recovery from Back Lipo?
Most of our patients are back to a pretty normal life 2-3 days after their back lipo. You will have some post-op discomfort at that point, but it’s more like soreness or an ache rather than pain. You will need to wear a compression garment for 4 weeks after the back liposuction procedure. You can go back to some exercise right away, but will want to avoid high impact exercises for 3 weeks.
How Long do Back Lipo Results Last?
Liposuction is a permanent fat reduction procedure, but it is not a weight loss procedure. Your goal should almost always be either maintaining a consistent weight or losing weight. If you eat more calories than you burn, you body will find a storage spot for them.
Are there Alternatives to Back Liposuction?
Depending on the distribution of your fat and the quality of your skin, you may be a candidate for alternatives to back liposuction. If you have only small areas of fatty tissue (for example the bra bulge) then CoolSculpting may be a viable option. If you have excessive skin laxity, you may get a better result with plastic surgery and a skin resection procedure like a back lift.
Who will perform my Back Lipo at Imagen?
Frank Soto Leon, MD – Dr. Frank completed his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska before studying medicine at Duke University where he also completed his residency and began working in emergency medicine. He performs thousands of procedures every year and has trained doctors all over the world in advanced cosmetic surgery, SmartLipo and Vaser Liposuction techniques.
Schedule a Consultation for Back Liposuction
If you are interested in learning more about back liposuction, fillers or other cosmetic treatments, please call us at 402-347-4433 to schedule a complimentary consultation. After a brief exam, our team will discuss your goals and the expectations for your liposuction results as well as cost and financing. If you are not in Omaha, Lincoln, Council Bluffs or the surrounding metro, we do offer virtual consultations as well!
