Liposuction or liposculpture
Liposuction, also known as liposculpture, is a method of correcting body and facial contours by reducing localised fat deposits in areas where they cannot be sufficiently reduced through lifestyle changes. At “Dermatoloģijas klīnika”, the EVA sp® 6 3D liposuction technology is used to perform gentle, precise and controlled fat removal and body contouring.
Liposuction, or liposculpture, using the 3D liposuction method
Liposuction or liposculpture, is a body and facial contouring procedure designed to reduce localised fat deposits and improve body contours. It is not a weight-loss method, but a way of correcting areas where fat deposits remain despite a healthy diet, physical activity or weight stabilisation.
At the “Veselības centrs 4” clinic, the latest-generation 3D liposuction method is used for liposculpture with the Belgian company EUROMI’s EVA sp® 6 technology. This system enables both nutational infrasonic liposuction and nutational infrasonic lipomodelling, helping the doctor work precisely in different areas of the face and body.
What is 3D liposuction?
3D liposuction is a modern liposculpture method in which the liposuction cannulas move in three dimensions.
They work simultaneously in several directions, including rotationally, upwards, downwards and forwards. The movements are performed at a high frequency and with minimal amplitude.
This technology helps treat fatty tissue and the surrounding tissues more gently while allowing precise body contouring.
The method is particularly suitable for reducing localised fat deposits and shaping body contours.
How does EVA sp® 6 technology work?
The EVA sp® 6 system combines vacuum-assisted fat removal, controlled infiltration and nutational infrasonic liposculpture.
The breakdown of fatty tissue is supported by low-frequency infrasound, while the piston system helps ensure even fat removal under controlled pressure.
The computerised system allows the doctor to monitor the amount of fat removed from each area, track the total volume removed and reassess every treated area.
This is important because different parts of the body require different levels of power and precision. For example, greater intensity may be required in the thigh area, while the area beneath the chin must be treated more gently.
Aim of liposuction
The aim of liposuction is to reduce unwanted localised fat deposits and improve the contours of the body or face.
The procedure may help create a more proportionate silhouette, more defined contours and smoother-looking problem areas.
It is important to understand that liposculpture does not replace weight loss. It is intended to correct localised fat deposits rather than treat obesity.
Suitability for the procedure is determined by the doctor during a consultation.
What can be improved with liposculpture?
Liposuction may help to:
reduce localised fat deposits;
improve body contours;
correct fat deposits in the face and neck;
reduce fat beneath the chin;
shape the abdomen and flanks;
improve the contours of the thighs, knees, lower legs or ankles;
reduce folds of fat on the back;
improve the contour of the buttocks;
correct fat deposits in the armpit area or above the breasts;
reduce excess fat in the male chest;
combine fat removal with fat transfer to other areas.
Which areas can be treated with liposuction?
3D liposculpture may be used in various areas of the face and body where localised fat deposits need to be removed or reduced.
The treatment area is selected individually according to the patient’s anatomy, the amount of fatty tissue, skin elasticity and the desired result.
The method may be used for both larger body areas and more delicate areas of the face and neck when the doctor considers it appropriate.
Commonly treated areas
Liposuction may be performed on:
the abdomen;
the flanks;
the upper back;
the nape and shoulder area;
the waist;
the buttocks to improve their contour;
the thighs;
the outer thigh, or “saddlebag”, area;
the area around the knees;
the lower legs;
the ankles;
the armpits and area above the breasts;
the male chest in cases of excess fat;
the cheeks;
the area beneath the chin;
the neck.
How is liposuction performed?
Liposuction begins with a consultation and assessment of the areas to be treated.
During the consultation, the doctor determines which areas can be corrected, what result can realistically be expected and which type of anaesthesia is most suitable.
During the procedure, small incisions approximately 3–4 mm long are made in the skin, through which the liposuction cannulas are inserted.
Using EVA sp® 6 technology, the fatty tissue is treated and removed gently while the volume in each area is carefully controlled.
Tumescent anaesthesia
Liposuction may be performed under local anaesthesia using the tumescent technique.
During this technique, a saline solution containing anaesthetic and vasoconstrictive agents is injected into the tissues to numb the treatment area and allow the procedure to be performed more gently.
The type of anaesthesia is selected individually.
In some cases, local anaesthesia may be suitable for patients for whom general anaesthesia is not recommended. However, the final decision is always made by the doctor after assessing the patient’s health.
Benefits of EVA sp® 6 technology
The latest-generation 3D liposuction technology allows the doctor to work with greater precision and consistency.
Compared with conventional liposuction methods, this system may be gentler on the surrounding tissues and may help reduce procedural trauma.
Another important benefit is computerised volume control. The doctor can monitor the amount of fat removed from each area and the total volume, helping achieve more precise body contouring.
Why is 3D liposculpture precise?
The three-dimensional movements of the cannula help treat fatty tissue more evenly.
This is important for reducing the risk of unevenness and achieving a more harmonious contour.
The physical strain on the surgeon is lower than with conventional manual liposuction, helping maintain greater accuracy even during more extensive procedures.
How much fat can be removed?
The amount of fat that can be removed is determined individually according to the patient’s health, body proportions, the number of areas being treated and overall procedural safety.
In some cases, a larger volume of fat may be removed, but patient safety is always the main consideration.
The aim of the procedure is not to remove as much fat as possible, but to achieve a safe, proportionate and aesthetically balanced improvement in body contours.
The exact amount is determined by the doctor during the consultation and the procedure.
Can liposuction be combined with lipofilling?
Yes, in some cases the fat removed during liposuction may be used in other areas of the face or body during the same operation through fat transfer, or lipofilling.
This makes it possible not only to reduce fat deposits in one area, but also to restore volume in another area, such as the face or body.
The possibility of fat transfer depends on the quality and amount of the harvested fat, the patient’s anatomy and the selected treatment plan.
Recovery after liposuction
After the procedure, the patient is fitted with a special compression garment.
It usually needs to be worn day and night for approximately two weeks or for as long as recommended by the doctor.
The compression garment helps reduce swelling and supports the tissues as they adapt to the new contours.
After the procedure, the patient may get up and, if permitted by the doctor, return home, as an overnight hospital stay is not required in many cases.
However, the postoperative routine is always determined individually according to the extent of the procedure and the patient’s condition.
What should be expected after the procedure?
Bruising, swelling, sensitivity, tightness or discomfort may occur in the treated areas after liposuction.
These reactions are generally temporary and gradually subside during the healing process.
Patients should follow the doctor’s instructions, wear the compression garment, limit physical activity and attend follow-up appointments.
If severe pain, increasing swelling, redness, fever, discharge or other concerning symptoms occur, the specialist should be contacted immediately.
Results after liposculpture
After liposuction, body contours may become more proportionate and the treated areas may appear slimmer and smoother.
Initially, the result may be affected by swelling, so the final effect develops gradually.
Maintaining a stable body weight, following a healthy diet, exercising regularly and observing the doctor’s recommendations can help preserve the result.
If the patient gains a significant amount of weight after the procedure, fat deposits may develop in other areas or return in the treated areas.
When does the result become visible?
Initial changes in body contours may become noticeable relatively soon, although swelling may conceal them at first.
A more visible result develops gradually as the tissues heal and the swelling subsides.
The doctor determines when the final result can be assessed according to the extent of the procedure, the areas treated and the individual healing process.
Common myths about liposuction
Myth: Liposuction is a weight-loss method.
Liposuction is not intended for weight loss. It is a body-contouring method used to reduce localised fat deposits and improve proportions.
Myth: Fat can never accumulate again after liposuction.
The number of fat cells in the treated area is reduced, but weight gain may cause fat to accumulate in other areas or in the remaining fat cells within the treated area. Maintaining a stable body weight is important for preserving the result.
Myth: Liposuction always requires general anaesthesia and an overnight hospital stay.
In many cases, liposuction may be performed under local tumescent anaesthesia, and the patient does not need to remain in hospital overnight. However, the type of anaesthesia and the need for hospital observation are determined individually after a medical assessment.
