Back Liposuction in NYC

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NYC patients looking to achieve a contoured and sculpted back choose Dr. David Rapaport for their back liposuction. Dr. Rapaport, a skilled liposuction expert, has helped numerous patients get rid of bra rolls, buffalo humps, and more.

To schedule your consultation with Dr. Rapaport, contact us at (212) 249-9955 or online using our contact form. Our NYC surgical facility is located at 905 5th Ave., at the corner of 72nd St. In addition, we see patients at our flagship location, Aethos, at 50 E 61st.

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What Is Back Liposuction?

Back liposuction is a body-contouring procedure used to remove excess back fat for NYC patients. It can contour several areas of the back, such as the upper back, lower back, bra bulge, buffalo hump, and flanks/love handles.

Back fat is often very dense and stubborn, and because of this, many surgeons find it more difficult to remove. Dr. Rapaport’s years of experience have made him quite adept at removing this type of fat using specialized techniques.

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Why Choose Dr. Rapaport for Back Liposuction in NYC?

Dr. David Rapaport is a double-board-certified plastic surgeon who has specialized in liposuction for over 30 years in New York City. He was also recently recognized by Newsweek Magazine as one of America’s Best Plastic Surgeons for Liposuction.

When performing back liposuction, he provides personalized care and utilizes advanced techniques to achieve incredibly natural-looking results. His patients’ numerous glowing testimonials speak for themselves.

Our NYC facility features a state-of-the-art surgical suite, where Dr. Rapaport performs procedures like back liposuction. Our facility is on the edge of Central Park and is near The Frick Collection art museum.

Dr. Rapaport has received a number of awards and honors over the years. He has been named a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly since 2016 and a Top NYC Plastic Surgeon by New York magazine for many years.

He began his medical training at the age of 16 in Boston University’s six-year medical program. After graduating, he attended Tel Aviv University for his MD, followed by a general surgery residency at Boston’s Beth Israel Hospital, where he was Chief Resident.

Dr. Rapaport then traveled to NYC, where he became Executive Chief Resident at NYU’s Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. This program is regarded as the nation’s best plastic and cosmetic surgery residency program. After this, he stayed at NYU to pursue a specialized microsurgery fellowship.

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    Candidates for back fat lipo in New York City are unhappy with the appearance of their upper, mid, or lower back and are looking for a long-lasting solution.

    Optimal back liposuction candidates have good skin elasticity; patients with poor elasticity may require skin-tightening procedures during thre surgery as well as afterwards. For these patients, Dr. Rapaport can perform non-surgical treatments like SofWave, and offers Renuvion as well as Vaser ultrasound assisted liposuction for tightening during the liposuction procedure.

    Patients who have certain pre-existing medical conditions may not be ideal candidates for back liposuction. We want to be certain that anyone undergoing elective surgery is medically stable and fit to do so without undue risk.

    Interestingly, although we never like to see our patients smoking, liposuction is one procedure where from a procedural point of view smoking has little to no effect. That is because entry points or scars from liposuction are so tiny that it is highly unusual to have any skin circulation in these cases. Of course this assumes a highly competent and skilled surgeon because surgeons that are less than competent and well trained can absolutely inflict great harm even on non-smokers.

    Back liposuction begins with a personalized consultation with either Dr. Rapaport or one of our trained aesthetic consultants. Patients will go over their aesthetic goals, and the doctor will ask about their medical history and perform a physical examination. Patients are encouraged to ask questions at any time.

    Back contouring surgery in NYC can take anywhere from one to over 2 hours. It begins with administration of IV sedation (twilight anesthesia) or local anesthesia to ensure patient comfort.

    Once the anesthesia has taken effect, Dr. Rapaport will inject tumescent fluids using a narrow blunt stainless steel tube also called a cannula The injection of tumescent fluid causes the tissues to swell for easier fat removal and more precise contouring, reduces bleeding, and minimizes post-surgical bruising.

    The actual removal of and contouring of the fatty tissues is performed using a variety of tools, depending on the exact nature of the fat and the anatomy of the patient. Power assisted liposuction also known as PAL is one of the mainstays of liposuction. Dr. Rapaport may also use Vaser, which is a form of ultrasound assisted liposuction, Renuvion, which is another technique for internal tightening, or finally, a technique called equalization where cells are moved around internally without ever leaving the body, sort of a form of internal transplantation.

    Dr. Rapaport will use just a single suture for each incision, allowing for optimal healing so that entry point scars do not heal like chickenpox marks,but still have the ability to drain fluid for 12 to 16 hours after surgery.

    Once you’ve returned home after back fat reduction, you’ll need a couple of days to rest and recover. You will be permitted to remove your compression garment after 48 hours and shower. Believe it or not, we do not expect that you will need any narcotic painkillers after surgery, and even better, once your garment is off and your shower is done after 48 hours, you have the ability to stretch, go to the gym for a light workout, and, if you are feeling good, to have a glass of wine with dinner or even to be sexually intimate, as long as you are feeling up to it. This is all true because lipo is fundamentally different from other procedures and does not open a true large space where fluid or other bad things can accumulate. Rather, it produces a honeycomb pattern of removal within the fat structure, and this collapses quite easily when performed well.

    Wearing a post-surgical elastic compression garment controls post-surgical swelling and helps your skin conform to your back’s new contours.

    As with most areas of the body, you will likely see your final results three months after the procedure. At one month, most of the result is already visible, though small areas of subtle swelling can continue to settle for two more months.

    Back liposuction provides several benefits for New York City patients:

    • Smoother and more sculpted back contours
    • An improved fit for clothing, including bras
    • Effective fat reduction that lasts

    Back lipo commonly results in temporary soreness, bruising, and swelling. In rare cases, infection is a possibility, as are fluid collections. Because no surgery is risk free, it’s vital that you choose an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Rapaport.

    The general price range of liposuction in NYC is anywhere from $4,000 to $10,000. The total cost of back liposuction varies based on factors like the specific techniques utilized, total surgical time, and anesthesia fees. It can include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, and follow-up appointment costs.

    We’ve partnered PatientFi, Cherry, and CareCredit to help patients finance the cost of back liposuction and many other procedures and treatments. These financing companies offer several payment plans.

    Schedule a Consultation

    Arrange a back liposuction consultation with Dr. Rapaport at our NYC location. Our clinic is located at 905 5th Ave. #1W, New York, NY 10021, near SummerStage in Central Park and Ladurée on Madison Avenue. Call (212) 249-9955 or fill out our contact form to book your consultation.

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    Back Liposuction FAQs

    The best candidates for arm liposuction are frustrated by  fat deposits in their upper arms. Some  are also dealing with saggy skin, often referred to as  “bat wings.” Good candidates understand that the procedure is intended to make them look and feel better at their given weight. Liposuction, in Dr. Rapaport’s opinion, should not be looked upon as a weight reduction procedure per se 

    Ideal candidates for arm liposuction have goodskin elasticity. This encourages skin retraction and prevents sagging. When there is already tissue laxity, or the sense that after the fat is emptied from the arm, then there will be tissue laxity (something we call impending laxity), Dr. Rapaport will recommend an advent procedure, typically Renuvion, to improve tightness.

    The maximum total amount of fat that can be safely removed with any liposuction is 11 lbs. typically around half a pound or so a fat may be removed from each arm. Remember, it’s not about the amount of fat, but rather the contour that it creates.

    Since a very small incision is created for arm liposuction, the procedure will result in a very small scar (usually just two to five millimeters). Dr. Rapaport meticulously closes these small scars so that they heal as vine lines rather than as pits which resemble chickenpox scars Incisions will be well-camouflaged in the natural contours of the arm, and scars will fade with proper care.

    Arm liposuction offers permanent fat removal. Removed fat cells cannot return, nor do fat cells migrate from place to place. Therefore, the reshaping of the fat can expected to be permanent. With weight gain the entire picture will be larger and with weight loss smaller but the fatty proportions will be permanently improved