Liposuction in Beverly Hills
One of the most effective ways to refine the shape of the body by removing stubborn fat that doesn't want to go away even with diet or exercise is through body sculpting via liposuction. Whether the goal is a slimmer waistline, smoother jawline, or balanced proportions, liposuctions allows for precise shaping that highlights your natural contours.
Board-Certified • Accredited Surgical Center • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Location: 421 N Rodeo Dr A-1, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Why Choose Dr. Tim Neavin for Your Liposuction Procedure
Dr. Neavin brings nearly two cades of experience in body contouring. His approach starts with understanding your anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals. No two bodies hold or lose fat the same way, and Dr. Neavin will asses your current body to create a sculpting plan that is tailored specifically to you – not a template or machine-driven pattern. This is where his training and artistic eye for proportion makes the difference vs other plastic surgeons.
Dr. Neavin uses advanced lipo techniques that prioritize smooth contours, symmetry, and long-term stability. Whether you’re just looking to refine the waistline, defining your jawline, or preparing for fat transfer, the emphasis is always on precision and safety. His patients consistently highlight his honestly, surgical skill, and ability to deliver results that look like a better version of themselves, never the “done” look.
If you’re looking for refined body contouring performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon with a long-standing Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Neavin combines technical expertise with the artistic judgment needed to sculpt natural, lasting results.
“I recently had liposuction with fat transfer by Dr Neavin, and the results are absolutely amazing!
I am very picky, so I spent a few months researching online. I found Dr Neavin through RealSelf and am so glad I did! He is incredibly talented and detail-oriented. From the consultation to the post-op care, I felt completely confident in his hands. His skill and precision are evident in every aspect of my results.
My face is much younger and fuller. I couldn’t be happier with how natural and refreshed I look now!!! Many of my friends saw my result and asked who performed on me. They are planning to get their surgery done by Dr. Neavin.
If you need a liposuction and fat transfer, Dr Neavin is the best and you won’t be disappointed.”
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Benefits of Liposuction
Many people think of liposuction as removing unwanted fat, but it does more than that. Liposuction reshapes the body in a way that will restore proportions, balance, and confidence. For patients who are struggling with isolated pockets of fat despite healthy habits, liposuction can provide precise and long-lasting contouring that cannot be achieved through diet and exercise alone.
Key Benefits Include:
More defined body contours: Strategic fat removal can sculpt the waist, stomach, thighs, arms, chin, and more — creating a smoother, more proportionate shape.
Permanent removal of fat cells: Once fat cells are removed, they do not return. As long as your weight remains stable, your results are long-lasting.
Refined silhouette from every angle: Liposuction improves the way your body looks not just from the front, but from the side and back as well.
Improved fit and comfort of clothing: Many patients find their wardrobe fits better and feels more flattering after surgery.
Enhanced muscle definition: When appropriate, Dr. Neavin can use a more detailed sculpting approach to highlight natural muscle lines without creating an artificial or overdone look.
Natural-looking improvements: The goal isn’t to remove as much fat as possible — it’s to create smooth, balanced contours that match your bone structure and overall proportions.
Can support other procedures: Liposuction is often paired with procedures like tummy tuck, BBL, breast fat transfer, or facial fat grafting to enhance results.
Boosted confidence and comfort in your body: Even small contour changes can make a significant difference in how patients feel in their clothes, swimsuits, and daily life.
Before & After Gallery from Real Patients
Areas Liposuction Can Treat
Liposuction can shape nearly any area where stubborn fat creates imbalance. Dr. Neavin focuses on natural contouring — not aggressive over-removal — so each treated area blends smoothly with the rest of your body. Common treatment areas include:
Abdomen & Waist
This is the most frequently requested area when it comes to liposuction. Patients often want to remove that last layer of fat that exercise and diet simply will not make it go away. Sculpting here can define the waistline, flatten the lower belly, and create a smoother midsection.
Love Handles (Flanks)
Another common liposuction area, refining the flanks enhances the silhouette from every angle and improves how clothing fits.
Thighs (Inner & Outer)
Used to correct rubbing, bulging, or uneven fullness, while keeping the legs proportional to the hips and waist.
Arms
Targets upper-arm fullness and helps restore a slimmer, more athletic profile without creating an over-sculpted look.
Neck & Under-Chin Fat
A small amount of contouring can dramatically improve the jawline and profile.
Chest Contouring for Men
Commonly used to correct gynecomastia, liposuction can help reduce excess fat on the chest and create a cleaner, more sculpted masculine contour.
Fat Harvesting for Transfer
Liposuction is often the first step in fat transfer procedures — such as BBL, facial fat grafting, or breast fat transfer — ensuring high-quality, healthy fat for grafting.
Liposuction Techniques Offered
There are many liposuction techniques available today. Vaser lipo, high-definition liposuction, SmartLipo, and SlimLipo are all touted as new and improved methods of safely removing fat from various areas of the body. However, the traditional tumescent liposuction remains the gold standard in fat removal and the safest technique overall.
Traditional Liposuction (Tumescent)
During the traditional liposuction procedure, the fat is injected (infiltrated) with a solution containing local anesthesia such as lidocaine, epinephrine (adrenaline) and an intravenous fluid. Traditional lipo anesthetizes the fat layers and constricts the small blood vessels in the fat layer, allowing the surgeon to remove more fat with less bleeding under general anesthetic. Liposuction may also be performed under local anesthesia alone for some patients.
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
Power-assisted liposuction (PAL) uses a mechanical hand piece that supplements the motions of the surgeon. This allows for precision in areas like the waist, thighs, and flanks, especially when working in fibrous or previously treated areas. It reduces surgeon fatigue and allows for smoother, more even fat removal.
High-Definition Liposuction
For patients wanting more definition rather than just debulking, high-definition liposuction refines the natural lines of the abdomen, waist, and chest. When used appropriately, it enhances underlying musculature without creating an artificial or exaggerated “etched” look.
Laser-Assisted Lipolysis (SmartLipo and Similar Fat Removal)
Laser-assisted lipolysis uses heat energy to liquefy fat before removal. While often marketed as a premium alternative to traditional liposuction, it is best suited only for small areas and limited-volume fat reduction. Because the laser works slowly and removes less fat per session, many patients require multiple treatments to see meaningful change.
Although it can offer mild skin tightening, the heat involved also increases the risk of burns, contour irregularities, and uneven results if not performed carefully. For larger areas or patients seeking significant sculpting, traditional or power-assisted liposuction remains more effective and predictable.
Successful liposuction depends mainly on technique and patient selection and far less on the instrument used for the procedure. Dr. Neavin will be able to determine your candidacy for the procedure and offer the highest standard of care to ensure a safe and effective procedure.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Liposuction?
Liposuction can create dramatic improvements when used on the right patient. Results are always better when the skin has good elasticity, the fat is localized, and the patient is close to their stable weight.
Below is a clear breakdown of who benefits most — and who may need alternative approaches.
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Procedure Overview: What to Expect On Your Surgery Day
Arrival & Preparation
Your surgical day begins with a private check-in at our Beverly Hills facility. Our team reviews your medical history, answers any last-minute questions, and marks the areas to be sculpted. These markings act as a roadmap for achieving smooth, balanced contouring. You’ll meet with Dr. Neavin to go over the plan one more time, ensuring you feel informed and ready.
Anesthesia
Liposuction is performed under general anesthesia or IV sedation, depending on the areas being treated and your individual plan. A board-certified anesthesiologist monitors you throughout the entire procedure for optimal safety and comfort.
During the Procedure
Once anesthesia has taken effect, a medicated tumescent solution is injected into the targeted areas. This reduces bleeding, improves comfort, and allows for precise fat removal.
Using carefully chosen techniques — traditional, power-assisted, high-definition, or liposuction designed for fat transfer — Dr. Neavin sculpts the treated areas with attention to proportion and natural shape. His focus is always on achieving smooth contours, preserving structural harmony, and avoiding the “over-suctioned” look that leads to irregularities.
Privacy, Safety, and Comfort
Your entire experience is built around safety and discretion. Our accredited surgical center follows strict protocols, and each member of the team supports you from start to finish. The goal is to ensure you feel cared for, respected, and comfortable throughout the process.
Recovery & Discharge
After surgery, you’ll wake in our recovery suite where nurses monitor your comfort, pain control, and early healing. Most patients go home the same day.
You’ll receive clear instructions on:
- Incision and garment care
- Managing swelling
- Activity restrictions
- Showering
- What’s normal vs. what requires a call
- When to return for follow-ups
Dr. Neavin stays closely involved throughout your recovery to ensure your healing progresses as expected and your results develop smoothly.
Recovery
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Risks & Safety
Liposuction is a safe and effective procedure when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, but — like any surgery — it carries certain risks. Understanding these risks helps you make an informed decision and ensures your expectations align with a safe surgical plan.
General Surgical Risks
These risks apply to most surgical procedures and are typically low in healthy patients:
- Bleeding or hematoma
- Infection
- Adverse reaction to anesthesia
- Delayed wound healing
- Fluid buildup (seroma)
- Temporary numbness or changes in sensation
- Scarring
- Blood clots (rare, but monitored closely)
Liposuction-Specific Risks
Liposuction has its own set of considerations related to fat removal, contouring, and skin quality:
- Contour irregularities (uneven or wavy areas, usually linked to over-aggressive suction elsewhere)
- Asymmetry as swelling resolves
- Skin laxity if the treated area doesn’t contract well
- Seroma formation, particularly in larger treated areas
- Temporary firmness or hardness as tissues heal
- Numbness that typically improves over weeks to months
- Fat embolism (extremely rare)
- Thermal injury when laser-assisted methods are used
- Need for revision if healing or swelling creates minor irregularities
Most of these risks are minimized with proper patient selection, thoughtful planning, and conservative, controlled fat removal.
How Dr. Neavin Prioritizes Safety
Dr. Neavin approaches liposuction with a focus on precision, anatomy, and long-term stability. His safety measures include:
- Thorough preoperative evaluation to determine the safest technique and treatment areas
- Conservative, proportion-focused contouring rather than aggressive suction
- Use of techniques that fit your skin quality and avoid laxity
- Smooth, controlled cannula movements to prevent irregularities
- Limiting operating time to safe, evidence-based standards
- Accredited surgical facility with board-certified anesthesia
- Close postoperative follow-up to monitor swelling, comfort, and healing
His goal is simple: natural results that age well, delivered through the safest approach possible.
Results: What to Expect
Liposuction results develop gradually as swelling subsides and the skin adjusts to your new contours. While many patients notice early improvements within the first few weeks, the final result takes shape over several months — especially in areas where more fat has been removed.
What You Can Expect as Your Results Develop
- Early Improvement: Within the first 1–2 weeks, treated areas appear slimmer even though swelling is still present.
- Progressive Refinement: Over the next several months, the swelling continues to fade and the body settles into its new proportions. You’ll notice smoother lines, better definition, and a more balanced silhouette.
- Skin Contraction: If your skin has good elasticity, it will gradually tighten over the treated area. Areas like the waist, arms, and chin tend to contract especially well.
- Long-Lasting Change: The fat cells removed during liposuction do not return. As long as your weight stays stable, the results are long-lasting.
- Natural Contours — Not an Artificial Look: Dr. Neavin focuses on proportion and balance rather than extreme or trend-driven sculpting. The goal is for you to look naturally refined, not “operated on.”
How to Maintain Your Results
Results are enhanced and preserved through:
- Maintaining a stable weight
- Regular exercise once cleared
- Healthy eating habits
- Staying hydrated
- Avoiding large weight fluctuations
When Will I See My Final Results?
Most patients see meaningful improvement by 6–8 weeks, with final results appearing between 3–6 months. Areas like the abdomen and flanks may continue refining for even longer as the skin and tissues settle.
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Dr. Tim Neavin is a board-certified plastic surgeon with advanced training in cosmetic breast surgery and more than two decades of experience delivering natural, proportionate results. His background includes elite surgical training, specialized fellowships, and a career dedicated to refining breast aesthetics through precision, artistry, and patient-centered care.
As the founder of Artisan of Beauty in Beverly Hills, Dr. Neavin is known for his meticulous approach, personalized planning, and commitment to safety. His work is trusted by patients from Los Angeles and around the world who seek refined, natural-looking outcomes in a private, accredited surgical environment.
To learn more about Dr. Neavin’s training, philosophy, and credentials, visit his full bio here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much fat can be removed with liposuction?
Most patients can safely remove 2–5 liters of fat depending on their body size and surgical plan. The goal isn’t to remove as much fat as possible — it’s to shape the body in a way that looks smooth and natural.
Is liposuction a weight-loss procedure?
No. Liposuction removes stubborn fat pockets but does not serve as a weight-loss method. Ideal candidates are already near their goal weight and want to refine specific areas.
Will liposuction also tighten my skin?
Liposuction removes fat, not skin. If your skin has good elasticity, it will contract nicely after surgery. If laxity is an issue, Dr. Neavin may recommend combining liposuction with procedures like a tummy tuck or body lift.
How soon can I return to work?
Most patients return to desk work within 3–7 days. Jobs that require physical activity may require 2–3 weeks, depending on the areas treated.
When can I return to the gym?
Light walking is encouraged right away, but strenuous exercise and heavy lifting are usually restricted for 3–4 weeks. Dr. Neavin will guide you based on your recovery progress.
Will my results be permanent?
Yes, fat cells do not grow back. However, the remaining fat cells can still get larger if you gain weight. So, maintaining a stable weight is key to long-lasting results.
Can liposuction be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Liposuction pairs well with tummy tuck, BBL, breast fat transfer, facelift fat grafting, and other body contouring procedures. Many patients choose combination surgery for more comprehensive reshaping.
Is liposuction safe?
Liposuction is safe when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon in an accredited facility. Careful patient selection, conservative fat removal, and proper technique all play a major role in safety.
Our Beverly Hills Location
Artisan of Beauty is located in the heart of Beverly Hills on Rodeo Drive, offering patients a private and welcoming environment for their breast augmentation journey. Our fully accredited surgical suite provides the highest level of safety, comfort, and discretion — ideal for local patients as well as those traveling from across the country.
Patients appreciate the convenience of our central location, nearby parking options, and the privacy of a boutique practice where individualized care is the priority. Every detail of the space is designed to support a smooth, comfortable experience before, during, and after your procedure.
For directions, parking information, or details about our Beverly Hills office, visit our Location Page.
