In all liposuction we use tumescent anesthesia consisting of a solution of saline to which is added Lidocaine to numb the fat compartment, epinephrine which constricts blood vessels and prevents bleeding and most bruising, and bicarbonate which neutralizes the solution so that it can be infiltrated painlessly. In addition to the above, the tumescent solution aids in hydrodissection of the fat, making it easier to remove.

Power liposuction refers to removal of the fat using a power-assisted cannula. There are multiple power assisted devices on the market, one of which moves a cannula in an out and one that rotates the cannula. These technologies allow for the safe and precise removal of fat from desired areas. This allows for the treatment of small areas and precise sculpting with a higher margin of safety, as there is less movement required by the surgeon’s arm, and in addition, there is less fatigue to the surgeon doing the procedure which is good for both surgeon and patient.