Is Full-Tech Liposuction Painful?

Full-tech liposuction is designed to be a far more comfortable experience than traditional liposuction. Patients remain relaxed and comfortable during the procedure, feeling little to no discomfort as excess fat is gently removed. Some soreness, swelling, and mild bruising are expected post-operatively, but these side effects are significantly reduced after a few days. Most patients describe the sensation as similar to post-workout soreness rather than intense pain.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

This is typically performed in a single procedure; however, during your consultation, Dr. Rivera will assess your body composition and goals to determine whether additional refinement sessions may be beneficial for enhanced contouring. Some patients choose to combine their liposuction with complementary procedures, which may require additional appointments for planning and post-operative care.

How Long Until I See Results?

Patients often notice an immediate improvement in their body contours following Full-Tech Liposuction, though the final results continue to develop over the following weeks and months. Swelling is expected after the procedure, but a more defined, sculpted appearance will be revealed as it subsides. Most patients see significant improvement within 4 to 6 weeks, and full results become visible around 3 to 6 months after surgery. Patients can optimize their results for longer by following Dr. Rivera’s post-operative care instructions, including wearing compression garments and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Can I Combine Full-Tech Liposuction With Other Procedures?

Yes, you can. Popular combinations include tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) for those looking to address loose skin, fat transfer to enhance volume in areas like the hips or buttocks, and body lifts for comprehensive contouring. Dr. Rivera’s expertise in body sculpting allows him to create customized treatment plans that blend multiple procedures while prioritizing safety and aesthetic balance. During your consultation, he will discuss your goals and determine the best approach to achieving your desired look.

What Are the Risks Associated With Full-Tech Liposuction?

Common side effects include swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness, all of which are expected to resolve during the healing process. More serious risks, such as infection, contour irregularities, or prolonged swelling, are rare but can be minimized by following Dr. Rivera’s pre- and post-operative care guidelines. One key advantage of Full-Tech Liposuction is the precision of the technology used. This allows for safer fat removal with enhanced skin tightening, reducing the likelihood of uneven results. Choosing a highly skilled, board-certified surgeon like Dr. Rivera is the best way to ensure a safe procedure with beautiful results.

Miami, Florida

Full-Tech Liposuction

Name: Rivera Plastic Surgery
Brand: Rivera Plastic Surgery
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)

Introduction

Introduction to Full-Tech™ Liposuction

When refining your figure after years of frustration with methods that fail to deliver, you deserve a world-class surgeon specializing in precision, detail, and cutting-edge technology. In Miami—the epicenter of aesthetic transformation—Dr. Carlos Rivera offers an exclusive approach to body contouring with Full-Tech Liposuction, combining the most advanced global techniques and technology for superior results. This is more than just fat removal; it’s a sculpted transformation designed to enhance your confidence with the highest standard of care.

What are our Practice Philosophy & Goals?

Our approach has three pillars: Safety, Natural Results, and rapid Recovery. We are a great match if you are searching for a plastic surgeon who prioritizes these!

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What is Full-Tech™ Liposuction? Guaranteed permanent fat elimination in a single session!

Full-tech liposuction is a procedure that merges the most advanced fat removal and skin-tightening technologies into a single, highly effective treatment. Unlike traditional liposuction, Full-Tech Liposuction combines Vaser ultrasound-assisted liposuction, MicroAire® power-assisted liposuction (PAL®), and radiofrequency devices like RETRACTION® and Renuvion J-Plasma® to enhance skin contraction. This combination ensures precise fat removal while simultaneously improving skin elasticity for a smoother, more sculpted shape.

Our unique “Full Tech”™ liposuction or body contouring approach involves using most of the following technologies during the actual liposuction:

Vaser® ultrasound for fat separation
Microaire® Power Assisted Liposuction (PAL) for fat extraction
For skin tightening (one of he options below, depending on the case):
- Radiofrequency with Retraction® SmartLipo device
- Radiofrequency with Renuvion® J Plasma® device
- Radiofrequency with BodyTite® or QuantumRF® devices
- Laser SmartLipo device
Awake Liposuction (if the patient prefers it over general anesthesia)

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What Are the Benefits of Full-Tech™ Liposuction?

Full-tech liposuction offers various benefits. For starters, utilizing a combination of ultrasound-assisted and power-assisted liposuction allows for more efficient fat removal while preserving surrounding tissues and reducing bruising and swelling. The addition of radiofrequency-based skin-tightening technologies enhances results by promoting collagen production, helping to prevent loose or sagging skin post-surgery. Since the procedure can be performed under local anesthesia rather than general anesthesia, patients experience a safer, more comfortable process with significantly reduced recovery time. Dr. Rivera ensures high-class results that enhance the body’s natural proportions rather than creating an artificial or overdone appearance.

Who Are the Best Candidates For Full-Tech™ Liposuction?

The best candidates for Full-Tech Liposuction are individuals close to their ideal weight but struggle with stubborn fat deposits that no diet or exercise can eliminate. This procedure is ideal for those seeking defined body contours, improved muscle definition, and tighter skin without the risks associated with general anesthesia. Candidates should have good skin elasticity as this ensures the best skin-tightening effects following fat removal. While Full-Tech Liposuction can deliver transformative results, it is not a weight-loss procedure but is designed to sculpt and refine the body’s natural shape. It is important to notice that high-definition (HD) Liposuction and abominable Etching can be achieved using our Full-Tech™ Approach.

What’s the first step?

To have this procedure done with Dr. Rivera, you’ll first need to meet with him in his Miami office for a one-on-one consultation. Dr. Rivera will evaluate your skin elasticity and fat distribution to determine if this procedure best fits your needs. He will take the time to explain the Full-Tech™ approach, ensuring you understand the benefits of each integrated technology and how they work together to achieve the finest results. If you decide to proceed, our team will guide you through pre-operative instructions, scheduling, and financing options to ensure a comfortable consultation and recovery experience.

What to Expect on the Day of Full-Tech™ Liposuction

This procedure is performed under local anesthesia. Dr. Rivera begins by making small incisions, through which he introduces Vaser ultrasound-assisted technology to break down fat while preserving surrounding structures. This is followed by power-assisted liposuction (PAL®) for precise fat removal and radiofrequency-based skin tightening (Retraction®, Renuvion J-Plasma®, or BodyTite® QuantumRF®) to enhance definition and elasticity. Most patients are able to return home the same day, beginning their recovery with less discomfort and downtime compared to conventional liposuction techniques.

Full-Tech Liposuction Recovery

Thanks to the technologies used during the procedure, recovery from full-tech liposuction is significantly faster and more comfortable than traditional liposuction. While some swelling and bruising are expected, patients typically experience less post-operative discomfort due to the gentler fat-removal process. A compression garment will be provided to support healing, reduce swelling, and help contour the body as it adjusts to its new shape.

Most patients can resume light activities within a few days and return to work within a week, with full results becoming visible over the following months as the body continues to heal and tighten.

How Much Does Full-Tech Liposuction Cost in Miami Beach, FL?

The cost of Full-Tech Liposuction in Miami Beach depends on the treatment areas, the complexity of the procedure, and the level of contouring and technologies used. Pricing at Rivera Plastic Surgery is specific to your goals rather than a one-size-fits-all package.

During your consultation, you will receive a transparent, personalized quote that includes all surgical fees, post-operative care, and any necessary compression garments. While pricing for advanced body contouring can differ from standard liposuction due to the specialized techniques involved, patients find that the high-end results make this investment well worth it.

Why Choose Dr. Rivera? What Sets Us Apart?

We are specialists and have the know-how. Dr. Carlos Rivera is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has gained world-class expertise from two surgical residencies and two prestigious fellowships in Taiwan and Belgium. His approach to Full-Tech Liposuction combines globally recognized techniques from Colombia and Brazil to ensure the highest-quality results.

Unlike high-volume clinics, Dr. Rivera takes a boutique, patient-focused approach. He provides individualized care and precision sculpting, enhancing each patient’s unique body structure. His commitment to innovation and safety allows him to perform liposuction under local or general anesthesia, minimizing risks while maximizing comfort and recovery.

Dr. Rivera is the premier choice for those seeking the most advanced liposuction experience in Miami Beach.

Full-Tech Liposuction FAQ’S

Full-tech liposuction is designed to be a far more comfortable experience than traditional liposuction.

Patients remain relaxed and comfortable during the procedure, feeling little to no discomfort as excess fat is gently removed. Some soreness, swelling, and mild bruising are expected post-operatively, but these side effects are significantly reduced after a few days.

Most patients describe the sensation as similar to post-workout soreness rather than intense pain.
This is typically performed in a single procedure; however, during your consultation, Dr. Rivera will assess your body composition and goals to determine whether additional refinement sessions may be beneficial for enhanced contouring.

Some patients choose to combine their liposuction with complementary procedures, which may require additional appointments for planning and post-operative care.
Patients often notice an immediate improvement in their body contours following Full-Tech Liposuction, though the final results continue to develop over the following weeks and months.

Swelling is expected after the procedure, but a more defined, sculpted appearance will be revealed as it subsides. Most patients see significant improvement within 4 to 6 weeks, and full results become visible around 3 to 6 months after surgery.

Patients can optimize their results for longer by following Dr. Rivera’s post-operative care instructions, including wearing compression garments and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Yes, you can. Popular combinations include tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) for those looking to address loose skin, fat transfer to enhance volume in areas like the hips or buttocks, and body lifts for comprehensive contouring. Dr. Rivera’s expertise in body sculpting allows him to create customized treatment plans that blend multiple procedures while prioritizing safety and aesthetic balance. During your consultation, he will discuss your goals and determine the best approach to achieving your desired look.
Common side effects include swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness, all of which are expected to resolve during the healing process. More serious risks, such as infection, contour irregularities, or prolonged swelling, are rare but can be minimized by following Dr. Rivera’s pre- and post-operative care guidelines.

One key advantage of Full-Tech Liposuction is the precision of the technology used. This allows for safer fat removal with enhanced skin tightening, reducing the likelihood of uneven results. Choosing a highly skilled, board-certified surgeon like Dr. Rivera is the best way to ensure a safe procedure with beautiful results.

Patient Reviews

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I really recommend Doctor Rivera , I’m so glad that I choose him for surgery, I did a liposuction with skin removal.

He is professional, honest and perfectionist, you know what this means?

It means that Doctor Rivera will work with dedication and patience to achieve the best possible results in your treatment or surgery.
I feel like my self again.

Many thanks!!

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I cannot recommend Dr. Rivera enough

I cannot recommend Dr. Rivera enough. I had such a good experience at his practice and I appreciate how kind and knowledgeable he was.

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as soon I meet Dr Rivera I knew he was the best

I had a great experience. I visited 4 surgeons between Miami and Ft Lauderdale; some very senior and well known, but as soon I meet Dr Rivera I knew he was the best. Dr Rivera listened, was patient and gave me several options for treatment. He is exceptionally talented and trained, ans has great manners. I was impressed with his resume, superior to pretty much any plastic surgeon I’ve meet. The procedure went very well. I obtained the results I wanted. His staff is top notch. Absolute recommendations. He is a Rockstar!

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Schedule a Consultation

Your body transformation begins with a consultation at Rivera Plastic Surgery, where Dr. Rivera will design a personalized plan to help you achieve your ideal body. To schedule your consultation, contact our Miami Beach office today at (305) 792-8244 or info@riveraplasticsurgery.com.