Liposuction
Dr. Rose specializes in high-definition liposuction to artfully reshape specific areas of the body, removing excess fat and enhancing your natural contours.
Dr. Rose specializes in high-definition liposuction to artfully reshape specific areas of the body, removing excess fat and enhancing your natural contours.
Even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, certain areas of the body can hold onto unwanted fat. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure, but a refined surgical technique performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon. It helps smooth and sculpt these areas in a way that aligns more closely with your natural shape and sense of your body.
Dr. Rose offers a highly personalized approach to liposuction in Toronto, with a strong focus on safety, precision, and results that blend seamlessly with your body. Whether you're seeking subtle body contouring or high-definition refinement, your experience will be guided by open conversation and a focus on what truly matters to you.
Liposuction is a body contouring surgery that removes stubborn fat deposits through small, strategically placed incisions. Using a thin cannula, Dr. Rose gently suctions out fat cells from areas such as the upper and lower abdomen, arms, back, hips, or inner thighs. The goal isn’t to drastically change your body weight but to create more harmony between your natural shape and the way you feel in your skin.
Dr. Rose specializes in VASER liposuction and power-assisted liposuction, an advanced technology that uses ultrasound waves to break down fat cells before they are removed. Ultrasound-assisted liposuction supports precision sculpting with minimal trauma to the surrounding tissue. Some patients benefit from techniques like ab etching, which utilizes high-definition liposuction to reveal natural muscle definition in areas such as the midsection. For patients with concerns about excess loose skin, Dr. Rose offers the option to combine liposuction with. Renuvion. Renuvion's skin tightening technology uses helium plasma and radiofrequency energy to tighten loose skin and optimize your liposuction results.
The liposuction procedure is performed as an outpatient surgery using either local or general anesthesia. Many patients benefit from an awake procedure using local anesthesia, which helps support a smoother transition into recovery. To begin the procedure, Dr. Rose may inject a tumescent fluid into the treatment area to help break down fat cells and minimize bleeding. The fat is then removed through a cannula using an ultrasound-assisted technique for gentle removal. For high-definition liposuction treatments, such as ab etching, Dr. Rose carefully sculpts around the muscles to create enhanced definition.
If excess or loose skin is a concern, Renuvion can be incorporated into the same procedure. This technology utilizes a combination of radiofrequency and helium plasma energy to stimulate collagen and contract the surrounding tissue. Liposuction patients typically return home the same day, wearing a compression garment to support healing and reduce swelling.
Liposuction is a versatile body contouring procedure that targets localized fat deposits in areas that often resist change through diet and exercise alone. During your consultation, Dr. Rose will help determine which areas are appropriate based on your anatomy, skin elasticity, and desired outcome. In many cases, combining multiple treatment zones yields a more balanced and natural-looking result.
Common liposuction treatment areas include:
While liposuction can be performed almost anywhere there is unwanted fat, it’s most effective on patients who have a stable body weight and good skin elasticity in the treatment area. If there is also loose or sagging skin, Dr. Rose may recommend combining liposuction with skin tightening technologies, such as Renuvion or a surgical lift, for more comprehensive results.
Liposuction is commonly sought to address localized fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise. These may appear after pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or with age, especially in the lower abdomen, hips, flanks, arms, and inner thighs. Some patients also seek liposuction surgery to refine the contours of a previous procedure or to enhance muscle visibility, for example, with ab etching. Depending on your goals, liposuction can also be paired with fat grafting or fat transfer to add volume elsewhere, such as to the breasts or buttocks. Dr. Rose’s approach is centered on listening closely to what feels meaningful to you and designing a plan that reflects your unique goals.
Liposuction can provide meaningful, long-lasting improvements in your body contours by permanently removing fat cells from targeted areas. For many patients, this results in smoother transitions between body zones, a flatter abdominal profile, or greater definition in the waistline or arms. When combined with techniques like high-definition sculpting or Renuvion skin tightening, the results can be more refined, with improved skin tone and muscle visibility. Most importantly, liposuction with Dr. Rose is designed to complement your body, offering results that feel balanced, natural, and completely your own.
Liposuction may be suitable for individuals who have reached a stable body weight and have areas of unwanted fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. Having good skin elasticity is helpful, though complementary treatments like Renuvion can help with cases of mild skin laxity. The liposuction procedure is not intended for weight loss or as a substitute for a healthy lifestyle.
Ideal liposuction candidates are in good overall health, free from medical conditions that increase the risk of complications, and have realistic expectations about the results. If you’ve previously lost weight, Dr. Rose will carefully assess whether liposuction alone or a combination of plastic surgery procedures (like a tummy tuck, arm lift, or thigh lift) is the right path for you.
After the liposuction procedure, most patients experience moderate swelling and bruising that subsides over a few weeks. Compression garments are worn during the healing process to minimize swelling and support your new contours. Discomfort is typically manageable with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication. Light activity, such as walking, is encouraged within a few days to support healing and minimize the risk of complications, including blood clots. Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for several weeks. Dr. Rose will provide you with detailed post-op instructions and see you regularly to ensure your recovery is progressing as expected.
Liposuction results gradually become more visible over 1–3 months as swelling resolves. The fat cells removed from the treatment area are permanently eliminated, but maintaining a consistent body weight and a healthy diet is crucial to preserving your results. Many patients report that their clothing fits more comfortably and that their body proportions better reflect their lifestyle and energy. Whether you’re looking to refine your waistline, sculpt your arms, or enhance your abdominal definition, Dr. Rose approaches each case with care and attention to detail to achieve natural-looking, lasting results.
Dr. Rose combines advanced liposuction techniques with a deep understanding of how to harmonize shape and proportion across the body. She takes a conservative, thoughtful approach, prioritizing safety, transparency, and patient education. As a female plastic surgeon, she understands that meaningful change doesn’t always require dramatic transformations. Her goal is to provide subtle, sculpted results that still feel like you, helping you live in a body that aligns with how you feel inside.
Dr. Rose specializes in ultrasound-assisted liposuction using the VASER system. High-definition liposuction and Renuvion skin tightening are also available, tailored to your specific needs.
No, the liposuction procedure is designed for fat removal and body contouring, not for overall weight loss. It’s best suited for patients who are close to their goal weight and want to target specific areas.
The amount of fat removed varies by the individual and must stay within safe limits. Dr. Rose will carefully assess your goals and recommend an amount of fat removal that balances safety and effectiveness.
Yes, liposuction can be paired with fat transfer in procedures like a Brazilian Butt Lift, if desired. Fat transfer utilizes purified fat cells from the areas treated with liposuction to enhance volume and contours in areas such as the buttocks or breasts.
Liposuction uses small incisions, typically just a few millimeters long, which are placed in discreet areas and usually fade very well over time.
Traditional liposuction focuses on fat removal, while high-definition liposuction techniques sculpt around the muscles for a more defined result, especially in areas like the abdomen and flanks.
The fat cells removed during liposuction surgery do not return. However, nearby fat cells in the treatment area can expand with weight gain, potentially compromising your results. Maintaining your new contours depends on maintaining a stable weight and continuing a healthy lifestyle.
Yes, patients are asked to wear a compression garment for several weeks after liposuction surgery to reduce swelling and support their healing tissues.
All surgeries carry some risk. Potential complications may include bruising, contour irregularities, fluid accumulation, or a reaction to anesthesia. Dr. Rose will discuss all associated risks with you during your consultation.
The cost of liposuction depends on the number of areas treated and any adjunctive techniques used. Dr. Rose will provide a detailed quote after your initial consultation.
