The Blog

If you have been considering liposuction to remove stubborn fatty areas of excess fat in the body, you may be wondering how to prepare for a liposuction consultation. Before the surgery, Dr. Hall will give you some information and tell you what to expect on the day of the procedure. Since the results are permanent, you want to be sure that you are psychologically, physically, and emotionally prepared for what is about to happen.

Making a Consistent Schedule

Scheduling a liposuction consultation is important. When you schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Hall, they should tell you how often you need to come in for follow-up visits. Your plastic surgeon can also give you an estimate of how much your specific procedure will cost you as you work to build a custom treatment plan over the course of perhaps several appointments. Because of this, it’s important to maintain a consistent schedule so you don’t miss an appointment, which will slow down your liposuction timeline and could cause penalty fees.

What to Expect From a Liposuction Examination

Your liposuction consultation will most likely start with a thorough exam. Dr. Hall will ask you questions about your health history, medications, and any other factors that could affect your liposuction procedure. This will give Dr. Hall enough information to determine whether you are a good candidate for this procedure or are perhaps better served by a more or less extensive one. He may perform a blood test or some other test as well. He may also take X-rays or photographs or do a skin biopsy to learn more about the treatment areas.

Treatment Forms and Agreements

When you and Dr. Hall have agreed on a course of treatment for liposuction, you will be asked to sign a few forms. It is important to read through these carefully and make sure you understand everything. If you do not fully understand what is written on the form, ask for clarification before signing it.

After Your Final Consultation

As you wait for the date of your scheduled liposuction procedure, Dr. Hall will give you instructions on how to prepare for a successful treatment. This may include refraining from drinking alcohol, smoking, stopping or adjusting certain medications, or limiting caffeine intake. Please follow all these instructions, as they are intended to make liposuction safe and comfortable and provide the most natural-looking results.

After your liposuction is performed, you will have several follow-up appointments with Dr. Hall to check on your progress, ensure you are healing properly, and address any complications that may arise. On your final appointment with him, you will be able to tell Dr. Hall what the final results were like. This last consultation will allow you to share your thoughts on the liposuction process from beginning to end and will include photos to compare before and after liposuction.

Liposuction Consultations in Boston, MA

If you’re interested in liposuction for any area of the body, we hope you feel prepared for a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hall. Meeting with him and discussing your desired goals is the first step toward achieving the look and body contour you want. Contact us today by calling 781-279-7930 or filling out our online form.