If you are planning liposuction in the Mid-South, you deserve clear steps that mesh with everyday life in Memphis and Germantown. Dr. Baker and the team at Dermatology Realm perform VASER liposuction in an in-office surgical suite, which means a focused visit, small incisions, and a practical recovery plan that protects your new contours.
You will find specific, local liposuction tips, from setting up your home near Poplar Avenue to easing back into movement on the Germantown Greenway.
What Makes Liposuction At Dermatology Realm Different
Dr. Adam Baker leads a cosmetic medical team known for precision body contouring, not general weight loss. VASER technology uses ultrasound energy to help loosen fat before removal through tiny openings.
Local tumescent anesthesia keeps you comfortable and alert, with no IV sedation or general anesthesia for most patients. The approach allows careful shaping of stubborn areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, chin, and knees. Your consultation maps out priorities, timing, and realistic milestones so expectations match outcomes.
Before: A Memphis-Friendly Prep Plan
Use the weeks leading up to your appointment to set the stage for smooth healing. It helps to know what to expect beforehand. Streamline daily routines, gather supplies, and arrange reliable help at home. This Memphis-friendly plan fits life in Germantown and across the Mid-South, so you can arrive confident and focus on recovery.
Three To Four Weeks Out
- Finalize your medication list: Bring every prescription and supplement to your visit. Ask before using aspirin, NSAIDs, or herbs that can increase bruising.
- Press pause on nicotine and limit alcohol: Healing speeds up when circulation and skin quality improve.
- Hydrate on purpose: Aim for clear or pale yellow urine through the day. Keep a refillable bottle in the car for errands along Germantown Road.
- Build the walking habit: Add an easy daily loop, such as Overton Park or your neighborhood sidewalk. Comfort with casual walking now makes the first post-procedure stroll simple.
- Line up help: Arrange a ride to and from the Merchants Row office and plan two days of light support for kids, pets, and heavy chores.
One To Two Weeks Out
- Create a recovery station: Stock gauze, absorbent pads, paper tape, fragrance-free soap, a thermometer, and a phone charger.
- Prep protein-forward meals: Think grilled chicken, eggs, Greek yogurt, beans, and roasted vegetables. Keep salt modest. Memphis barbecue can wait until swelling settles.
- Plan compression: You will receive or purchase a properly fitted garment. Buy a second set so one can dry while you wear the other.
Forty-Eight To Seventy-Two Hours Before
- Laundry and linens: Make the bed with an extra washable layer.
- Outfit check: Choose dark, loose layers that zip or button and slip-on shoes to avoid bending.
- Home layout: Clear walking paths. Place a small table by your favorite chair for water, snacks, and medications.
What To Expect The Day Of Your Liposuction Procedure
Arrive in comfortable clothes and follow your eating and drinking instructions precisely. After intake and targeted markings, the team places tumescent local anesthesia. VASER energy helps loosen fat, then precise suction removes it through tiny openings. Most patients remain awake, listen to music, and chat with the staff. You leave the same day, wearing compression with specific instructions, direct contact information, and a simple plan for that first evening.
After: A Two-Week Recovery Roadmap
These specific liposuction tips complement your personalized instructions from the team.
Hours 0–48
- Wear compression around the clock. Wear it exactly as directed to control swelling and support your shape.
- Take short, frequent walks. Loops inside your home or quiet sidewalk strolls keep blood moving and reduce stiffness.
- Hydrate and stick to easy meals. Sip water often. Choose soups, fruit, vegetables, and lean protein.
- Expect drainage. Tumescent fluid can exit through small openings. Use absorbent pads under your garment.
- Sleep slightly elevated for trunk procedures to help with swelling.
Days 3–7
- Add gentle distance. Try a shaded path at Shelby Farms Park, no hills or speed.
- Watch your salt intake. Lower sodium keeps swelling reasonable.
- Shower and care for openings exactly as instructed. Pat dry and replace pads.
- Consider lymphatic massage if advised. Trained, gentle techniques can help with uniformity and comfort.
- Desk work often resumes within several days. Take frequent stretch breaks and keep compression on.
Days 8–14
- Shift to daytime-only compression if cleared.
- Ease into low-impact exercise. Start with a recumbent bike or flat treadmill once approved.
- Watch for red flags. Call the office for fever, spreading redness, worsening pain, pus, shortness of breath, or calf tenderness.
What Happens If Weight Changes Later
Liposuction removes a portion of fat cells from the treated zones. Your body still keeps some fat cells there, and it keeps all the fat cells in untreated areas. When the weight goes up, those remaining cells can enlarge. Distribution shifts a bit, so treated areas usually gain less volume than they would have before, while untreated areas may show change sooner. A significant gain can still blur the definition across the board.
Weight loss works differently. When you drop a few pounds after healing, contours often look a touch sharper. A bigger loss can reveal extra looseness if your skin does not shrink at the same pace. That does not mean the procedure failed. It simply shows skin behavior and overall weight change at work.
What Typical Changes Look Like
- Gain of 5 to 10 pounds: Lines soften slightly, often more in untreated zones like the back or upper thighs. Treated areas usually hold shape better than before.
- Gain of 15 to 20 pounds or more: Definition fades in most areas, including treated zones, because remaining fat cells enlarge.
- Loss of 5 to 10 pounds: Subtle tightening of the silhouette, especially at the waist and jawline.
- Loss of more than 15 pounds: Leaner looks overall, with a chance of mild laxity in places with thinner skin.
How To Protect Your Result Year-Round
- Pick a realistic maintenance range, usually within 5 pounds of your post-recovery baseline.
- Keep protein steady at most meals to support muscle tone.
- Walk most days and add two brief strength sessions each week once cleared.
- Drink water regularly and keep sodium modest so you do not experience fluid swings.
- Watch weekend habits. Alcohol, late meals, and restaurant sodium can spike water retention and hide your true trend.
If medications or life events change appetite or weight, loop us in early so we can adjust your plan.
Pregnancy And Major Life Changes
Pregnancy after liposuction is safe from a contour standpoint, yet shape can change with normal weight gain and hormone shifts. Wait until the weight stabilizes for several months before asking about fine-tuning or additional areas.
Reserve Your VASER Liposuction Consultation
Book a private consult at Dermatology Realm. Meet with Dr. Adam Baker to review your goals, target areas, and expected downtime. Leave with a clear timeline, transparent pricing, and confirmed garment sizing. Call the Germantown office to make an appointment with our team.