Liposuction

Dr Andrew Cheah performs surgical liposuction to remove localised fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise, sculpting and refining the contours of the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, and other areas for a more proportionate silhouette.

Liposuction at Artisan Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery is a surgical fat-reduction procedure performed by Dr Andrew Cheah using tumescent technique. It targets localised adiposity — pockets of fat that persist despite healthy diet and regular exercise — in areas such as the abdomen, flanks (love handles), inner and outer thighs, upper arms, back, and chin/neck region. Tumescent liposuction involves infusing the target area with a dilute solution of local anaesthetic and adrenaline before fat removal, which numbs the area, minimises bleeding, and allows more precise sculpting. A fine cannula is then inserted through small incisions to suction out fat cells permanently. Dr Cheah takes a contouring-focused approach to liposuction — the goal is not merely volume reduction but harmonious reshaping of the treated zone relative to adjacent anatomy. This makes the procedure suitable for patients seeking a more defined waistline, slimmer thighs, or improved arm contour rather than overall weight loss. Liposuction is commonly combined with other body contouring procedures such as abdominoplasty in a single surgical session where appropriate. Recovery typically involves compression garments worn for several weeks, with most patients returning to light activity within one to two weeks. Final results become fully visible once post-operative swelling resolves, typically over three to six months.