Abdominal Etching
Atlanta

Abdominal Etching

Abdominal etching, also known as “six-pack liposculpture” is a form of contouring liposuction that targets small pockets of fat to sculpt the abdomen. Abdominal etching is used to help you achieve a chiseled and defined waistline, resulting in those hard-to-achieve “washboard abs.”

What is abdominal etching?

The best candidates for abdominal etching in Atlanta are already in good shape and should not have more than 18% body fat. This could mean you have already undergone regular liposuction or other cosmetic surgeries and are ready for the final step to your ideal image. It could also mean that you have tried other methods of achieving a sculpted abdomen with diet and exercise could not achieve washboard abs. Either way, the best way to determine if you are a good candidate for abdominal etching is to schedule a consultation with Northside Plastic Surgery.

What can I expect from abdominal etching?

Abdominal etching is a quick procedure and performed while you are under “twilight” anesthesia or I.V. sedation in the office, with minimal downtime. Before your procedure, your doctor will mark the areas of the abs to sculpt with the procedure. During the procedure a small cannula is inserted into tiny incisions either in the belly button or ab creases to gently remove the pockets of fat and sculpt the areas between the abdominal muscles via a suctioning device.

After the procedure, you will experience some swelling, bruising, and pain which can be easily managed with medication, which is typically only needed for a day or two. We will fit you with a compression garment that will need to be worn for three to six weeks after your procedure. We will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions, but you can expect to be able to shower 48 hours after surgery and resume normal activities between one to three weeks after your abdominal etching procedure.