Liposuction in Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic
About the clinic
Liposuction at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic in Dubai, UAE, is a body contouring procedure performed by American Board-certified surgeons trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The clinic offers advanced techniques like Vaser and SmartLipo to remove stubborn fat from areas such as the abdomen, thighs, and neck. Patients benefit from the expertise of a team that has performed 25,000+ procedures and holds the UAE Business Awards Cosmetic Surgery Clinic of the Year title.
Liposuction Methods and Technology
The clinic provides three distinct techniques to help patients reach their body goals. Doctors use tumescent liposuction most often. This method involves injecting a sterile solution to limit pain and blood loss before suctioning fat. For those seeking skin tightening, SmartLipo uses laser energy to liquefy fat. This laser method typically requires only two days of downtime and leaves almost no scarring.
Vaser liposuction is another popular choice at the clinic. This FDA-approved technique uses ultrasound waves to break apart fat cells while protecting the surrounding tissue. It helps create smooth contours and tightens the skin. Vaser procedures usually take between one and three hours depending on the size of the treatment area.
Expert Surgical Team
The surgical team includes highly trained specialists with international credentials. Dr. Kamal Sawan is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has performed 1,000+ procedures and previously served as a Chief of Plastic Surgery in the United States. Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar, the clinic founder and first female Emirati plastic surgeon, also trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Claudia Alves Silva Machado brings additional expertise in body sculpture and fat transfer, holding a specialist degree in reconstructive microsurgery.
Recovery and Results
Most liposuction procedures are outpatient, though larger treatments might require a one-night stay. Before the surgery, patients undergo blood tests and a consultation to confirm they are within 30% of their ideal weight. Recovery involves specific steps to help the body heal correctly:
- Compression garments: Patients wear these for about four weeks to reduce swelling.
- Return to work: Most people return to their jobs within a few days.
- Post-op care: The clinic provides lymphatic drainage massages and follow-up visits for two months.
- Final contour: While initial changes show in two weeks, final Vaser results usually appear around three to six months.
Target Areas
Liposuction effectively treats localized fat deposits that do not respond to diet or exercise. Common target areas include the waist, hips, and buttocks. Surgeons also perform the procedure on the upper arms, chest, inner knees, and ankles. It is important to note that this is a contouring tool rather than a weight-loss method. Results remain long-lasting if the patient maintains a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic facelift | Price on request | |
| Facelift | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants | Price on request | |
| Breast Implants with Breast Lift | Price on request | |
| Tummy Tuck and Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Mammoplasty | Price on request | |
| Brazilian Butt Lift | Price on request | |
| DIEP Flap Reconstruction (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Surgery) | Price on request | |
| Thigh lift | Price on request | |
| Gynecomastia surgery | Price on request | |
| Severe gynecomastia surgery | Price on request | |
| Gynecomastia Vaser Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Neck liposuction | Price on request | |
| Mini Facelift | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Rhinoplasty (nose job) | Price on request | |
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Otoplasty (ear surgery) | Price on request | |
| Breast reconstruction surgery | Price on request | |
| Tumescent liposuction | Price on request | |
| Lipofilling (Fat Grafting) | Price on request | |
| Forehead lift | Price on request | |
| Non-Surgical Nose Correction | Price on request | |
| Neck lift | Price on request | |
| Breast augmentation | Price on request | |
| Breast reduction | Price on request | |
| Arm lift (brachioplasty) | Price on request | |
| Chin Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Vaser liposuction | Price on request | |
| Tip rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Open rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Belt Lipectomy | Price on request | |
| Breast Lift with Implants - Round | Price on request | |
| Male Breast Augmentation | Price on request | |
| Pectoral Implants | Price on request | |
| Buccal Fat Extraction | Price on request | |
| Breast Capsulectomy | Price on request | |
| Vaser 3 Areas + Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Liposuction 3 body areas | Price on request | |
| Abdominal etching (Six Pack Abs) | Price on request | |
| Lower body lift | Price on request |
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Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic: more details about the clinic
Clinical Achievements and Patient Statistics
The clinic has treated over 10,000 patients. Its surgeons have collectively performed more than 25,000 procedures. The facility holds multiple professional recognitions, including the Dubai Health Authority Award and the UAE Business Awards for Cosmetic Surgery Clinic of the Year.
Specialists at the clinic hold prestigious credentials and training backgrounds. The surgical core includes doctors trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Key team members are board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. The clinic also has a Brazilian Board Certified plastic surgeon and a PhD-qualified dermatologist.
Surgical and Aesthetic Specialties
Plastic surgery services focus on breast, facial, and body contouring procedures. The surgical team performs several complex breast operations:
- Breast augmentation with fat transfer or implants
- Breast lift (mastopexy) with internal bra techniques
- DIEP flap reconstruction for post-cancer patients
- Breast reduction and gynecomastia surgery for men
Fat transfer procedures use gentle liposuction devices. These protect live fat cells before purification and reinjection.
Facial rejuvenation options include the video-endoscopic facelift. Surgeons use small scalp incisions and an endoscope to reposition midface tissues. This method takes two to three hours and aims for a softer look with minimal visible scarring. The clinic also offers otoplasty and rhinoplasty.
Body sculpting programs combine fat removal with skin-tightening techniques. Specialists perform tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) and lower body lifts. For patients with keloid or hypertrophic scars, the clinic provides cryotherapy, steroid injections, and laser surgery to flatten scar tissue.
Aesthetic medicine and dermatology services are led by Dr. Elmira Gesheva. This department manages skin rejuvenation through several non-surgical methods:
- Botox injections for forehead lines and crow's feet
- Dermal fillers including Juvéderm and Restylane
- RF micro-needling for skin firmness
- Chemical peels in light, medium, and deep variants
Dermatology services also include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and specialized acne clearing treatments.
Medical Technology and Platforms
The clinic uses specific laser and ultrasound platforms for aesthetic treatments. For hair removal, specialists use the LightSheer Duet Diode Laser by Lumenis. Skin rejuvenation therapies are performed using the Harmony XL Pro and Dye-VL platforms by Alma Lasers. Surgical rooms have endoscopic cameras and monitors for minimally invasive facial procedures.
International Patient Services
Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery provides a dedicated workflow for international patients. Coordination is handled in English. The staff has experience treating patients from the USA, Brazil, and across the UAE.
The clinic offers full post-surgical support, including lymphatic drainage massage and compression garments. Specialists monitor healing through scheduled follow-up visits for at least two months after major surgeries.
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