Surgeon Advocates Choosing the Right Liposuction Technique

MARINA DEL REY, CA, April 21, 2012 (Press-News.org) Dr. Michelle Spring, a board-certified plastic surgeon with Marina Plastic Surgery (www.marinaplasticsurgery.com), recommends that her Los Angeles liposuction patients understand the various types of liposuction now available so that they can make informed decisions.

"Before choosing which procedure they want to have, they need a clear picture of why one method may be better than another for their individual situation," she says.

Dr. Spring considers patient education to be an important part of her job. Therefore, when a patient comes to her seeking liposuction in Los Angeles, the initial consultation will often include a rundown on all the available options and how each is best used.

"With so many different types of liposuction available now, it's no wonder people are confused," she says. "We sit down and talk about the various types of liposuction our Los Angeles practice offers, including ultrasonic liposuction and Smartlipo, which uses laser energy to tighten skin at the same time that it's removing fat cells. This, along with its ability to treat small, difficult areas, often makes it the preferred method for fat removal around the neck and chin."

Dr. Spring says several procedures offered at Marina Plastic Surgery may be combined with liposuction to achieve more satisfying results.

"The Mommy Makeover, for example, often includes liposuction for moms who need touch-ups on a few trouble spots," she says. "This helps complete the process of restoring their pre-pregnancy bodies with a breast lift and a tummy tuck."

Dr. Stevens, founder of Marina Plastic Surgery, echoes Dr. Spring's opinion about the importance of patient education, no matter what type of cosmetic procedure the patient is considering.

Patients who understand the procedure and understand why a particular approach is being recommended will usually feel more confident in their decisions and will have less anxiety going into surgery," he says.

Dr. Spring stresses that one of the best ways to feel secure and confident is to do a lot of research - not only about the procedure but also about the doctor chosen to do the surgery.

Look for a board-certified plastic surgeon, preferably one who specializes in the procedure you are considering," she says. "Meet with the surgeon, and see if you develop a rapport with him or her. If you don't feel comfortable with the doctor, keep looking until you find one you can trust."

At Marina Plastic Surgery Associates (www.marinaplasticsurgery.com), board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Grant Stevens and Dr. Michelle Spring offer innovative plastic surgery procedures including breast augmentation, face lifts, and abdominoplasty. After earning his medical degree with honors from Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, Dr. Stevens trained extensively in both general and plastic surgery before establishing his successful Los Angeles plastic surgery practice. Dr. Spring earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin, where she graduated with Distinction. After graduation, she went on to complete a 5-year Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at the University of Wisconsin, and an Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship with Dr. Stevens in Marina Del Rey, California. Dr. Stoker graduated with honors from Stanford University and the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery and plastic surgery residencies at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Stevens, Dr. Spring, and Dr. Stoker have all published extensively in clinical research publications showcasing some of the latest developments in plastic surgery procedures, and have gained recognition as pioneers in new techniques for procedures including liposuction and breast reduction.