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LIPOSUCTION

Real patient results from Marina Plastic Surgery

Say goodbye forever to stubborn fat cells! For the millions of us who diet and workout regularly, but still don’t see the results we want, there is hope in the form of a plastic surgery procedure called liposuction. While it’s not a replacement for a healthy lifestyle, it can make you look and feel better. Los Angeles liposuction patients have used this trusted and popular treatment to achieve their body contouring goals.

Liposuction, sometimes shortened to “lipo,” is a surgical procedure that uses suction to remove excess fat cells, thus reshaping and recontouring targeted body areas. Lipo can be a great option for people who have tried to reduce selected areas of their body through diet and exercise, but have not achieved their desired results.

While liposuction at our Los Angeles practice is not a replacement for a healthy lifestyle, it can make you look and feel better. During the procedure, your surgeon uses a specially-designed surgical instrument known as a cannula to break up and remove excess pockets of fat. The procedure requires only small incisions and, with modern techniques, swelling and bruising during the recovery period can be minimized.

Candidates should be in good general health and absent any physical conditions that could lead to surgical complications. For example, patients with coronary artery disease or a weakened immune system may be disqualified from receiving this procedure. Non-smokers are greatly preferred, as are people with firm, elastic skin. It is essential for patients to remember that this procedure is meant for body contouring and is not an obesity treatment. You need to be within 30 percent of your healthy body weight to be an ideal candidate. It’s important to focus on the right goals—contouring and reshaping rather than seeing a smaller number on the scale.

• Minimal incision
• Permanent results
• Impressive results

• Skin molds to new post-procedure body contours
• Can be combined with other aesthetic procedures
• High patient satisfaction rate

• Abdomen
• Waist
• Thighs
• Hips
• Buttocks
• Neck
• Cheeks

• Ankles
• Calves
• Upper and Lower Arms
• Chin
• Knees

In this common liposuction technique, the area to be treated is injected with large volumes of dilutes anesthesia, making general anesthesia unnecessary.

In power-assisted liposuction the tip of the suction tube is made to vibrate at a rapid speed. This loosens the fat cells so they can be easily suctioned away.

Ultrasonically-assisted lipoplasty can be used in conjunction with lipo techniques such as tumescent to product superior results in the right patient.

Smartlipo uses a technology called ‘laser lipolysis’ to destroy fat cells. It is less invasive and usually has faster recovery times.

Facial Liposuction uses a special tube called a cannula. The cannula is inserted through a tiny incision placed in an inconspicuous location on the face or neck. Using a suction syringe or pump attached to the cannula, the fat cells are extracted. The result is a resculpting of bulging areas into more attractive and more youthful facial contours.

Justin Perez, MD, is a graduate of the top-ranked Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery program at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He completed his medical degree with honors at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City and trained under leaders who pioneered many of today's surgical techniques. Dr. Perez further refined his skills under the mentorship of renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Grant Stevens. Calm, meticulous, and artistically driven, he offers a full range of facial, body, and nonsurgical aesthetic treatments. He has published scholarly work in rhinoplasty and has served as a reviewer for leading journals in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Obi is a skilled plastic surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and body contouring. Known for his technical expertise, personalized care, and exceptional bedside manner, he prioritizes patient safety, functional restoration, and natural-looking results.

Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Dr. Obi graduated Summa Cum Laude from Clemson University and completed a rigorous integrated plastic surgery residency at UCSF. He further honed his skills through the nation's top aesthetic fellowship in Beverly Hills and Marina del Rey, training with world-renowned surgeons.

"I truly chose the right office for my procedure. There was zero pressure or upsell. He and his nurses and office personnel each listened with the intent of giving me my own best version of myself, and not what they might have thought I should do. Their input was not part of the discussion until they had a clear vision of my personal goals for the surgery. I am truly grateful for this approach, and feel that makes him trustworthy when I consider future procedures. My results were just what he predicted and just what I wanted."

"From the moment I had my consultation, I felt this experience was tailored specifically to me and my aesthetic goals. I was quite nervous having my first cosmetic procedure, because there really is no one-size-fits-all approach. As the weeks went by following my procedure, I could see my photos reflecting my aesthetic goals and feel my confidence building up with the way I walk around, talk with people, and enjoy life. This energy drives me to do my best, every single day. I could not have asked for - or even imagined - a better result."

"This has been one of my most positive medical experiences I’ve ever had. Dr. Perez has a way of making you feel like you’re his only patient. I came to him discouraged and losing faith and he brought me back to life. I am so grateful for him for so many reasons. He’s gentle and skilled with both medical procedures and overall loving kindness. I highly recommend him and will return to him in the future. I feel blessed to have found him."

4560 Admiralty Way Suite 256

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(310) 846-8457

Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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150 East Colorado Blvd, Ste 102

Pasadena, CA 91105

(888) 276-1535

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Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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