Love handles liposuction in Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic)
About the clinic
Love handles liposuction at Élan Clinic in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focuses on removing stubborn fat from the lateral trunk. This procedure helps define the waistline by targeting the area between the ribs and the hips. It is performed by Dr. Rodrigo Rocha, a specialist known for body contouring and breast surgery.
Expertise of Dr. Rodrigo Rocha
Dr. Rodrigo Rocha leads the surgical team at Élan Clinic. He has performed 1,000+ procedures throughout his career. Dr. Rocha holds registration with the Regional Medical Council and specialized qualification RQE 35500. He previously served as staff at HMSA, bringing significant clinical experience to every surgery. His practice focuses on body contouring and advanced liposuction techniques.
Liposuction Methods and Technology
The clinic uses several methods to remove fat from the flanks. Traditional liposuction is a standard choice for fat reduction. For patients needing better skin tightening, the clinic offers Vaser or laser liposuction. These technologies help break down fat cells before removal. They also help the skin retract more smoothly after the procedure. During the first visit, Dr. Rocha assesses fat volume and skin quality. This help creates a plan for natural and balanced results.
Recovery and Expectations
Liposuction is a contouring tool rather than a weight-loss method. Patients typically experience some swelling and local sensitivity after the operation. Use of a compression garment is necessary to help the body heal. Most people return to light activities within 7 to 14 days. The final shape of the waistline usually appears after about 3 months. Maintaining a stable weight is important for keeping the results long term.
About Élan Clinic
Located in the Ipanema district, Élan Clinic maintains a 5.0 rating from 35+ Google reviews. The facility focuses on individual safety and realistic surgical planning. It does not treat skin sagging or cellulite, but focuses on fat removal. The clinic provides a professional environment for international patients seeking body contouring in Brazil. To learn more about treatment options, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Arm lift (brachioplasty) | Price on request | |
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Reverse Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Mammoplasty | Price on request | |
| Breast reduction | Price on request | |
| Breast Implants with Breast Lift | Price on request | |
| Breast augmentation | Price on request | |
| Upper arm liposuction | Price on request | |
| Vaser liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction of the Thigh | Price on request | |
| Love handles liposuction | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Tummy Tuck and Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction (5 body areas) | Price on request | |
| Mommy makeover | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Gummy Bear Implants | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Tear Drop Implants | Price on request | |
| Gynecomastia Vaser Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Rhinoplasty (nose job) | Price on request | |
| Open rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Panniculectomy | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Back Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Six Pack Male Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Vaginoplasty | Price on request | |
| Tip rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Laser liposuction | Price on request |
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Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic): more details about the clinic
Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic) is a private plastic surgery practice in the Ipanema neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The clinic operates in a single building. It focuses on surgical aesthetic improvements for the body and breasts.
Key Facts and Professional Accreditations
The practice is led by Dr. Rodrigo Rocha. He has performed over 1,000 surgeries throughout his career. The clinic holds a 5.0 rating on Google reviews.
Dr. Rocha holds formal medical registrations including CRM 99573-8 and RQE 35500. He is also a staff member at the HMSA hospital facility.
Surgical Specialties and Methods
The clinic specializes in body contouring and breast surgery. Every case starts with individualized planning to achieve natural-looking results. Surgeons recommend procedures only when medically appropriate for the patient.
Body Contouring Procedures
Specialists address localized fat, excess skin, and muscle separation. The clinic offers several techniques for abdominal and limb reshaping:
- Lipo HD (High Definition) to redefine body proportions and muscle highlights.
- Traditional liposuction for localized fat removal on the back, thighs, and love handles.
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to remove excess skin and repair separated abdominal muscles.
- Minimally invasive diastasis correction for patients who do not need large incisions.
- Brachioplasty (arm lift) for intense skin laxity after significant weight loss.
- Liposuction with skin retraction technologies for moderate arm laxity.
Patients receive a structured recovery guide after abdominal surgery. This covers posture, compression garment use, and gradual return to activity.
Breast Surgery and Reshaping
Breast procedures focus on volume, shape, and symmetry. The clinic treats sagging, volume loss, and disproportion through various surgical strategies:
- Mastopexy (breast lift) to reposition sagging tissue with or without silicone implants.
- Reduction mammaplasty to decrease volume and improve physical comfort.
- Augmentation mammaplasty using silicone, "Gummy Bear," or "Tear Drop" implants.
- Individualized asymmetry correction using different implant sizes or lifting techniques on each side.
- Gynecomastia treatment using Vaser liposuction for male breast reduction.
Recovery follows a staged timeline. Patients return to light activities within 14 days. Final results are typically assessed between 3 and 6 months.
Additional Procedures
The clinic provides other aesthetic and functional surgeries:
- Rhinoplasty, including open and tip-only techniques.
- Mommy makeover combinations to restore the body after pregnancy.
- Vaginoplasty for intimate rejuvenation.
- Panniculectomy to remove large aprons of skin after weight loss.
All surgeries take place in accredited surgical centers. These facilities provide the team and equipment needed for patient safety.
Diagnostic and Treatment Technology
Dr. Rocha uses ultrasonography for preoperative assessments. This tool helps evaluate muscle diastasis before abdominal surgery.
The clinic also uses Vaser and laser liposuction technologies. These systems emulsify fat and improve skin retraction during contouring.
Services for International Patients
Online consultations are available to begin treatment planning. These virtual meetings let patients discuss goals before traveling. The team offers consultations in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
Patients receive detailed postoperative support to monitor recovery from a distance.
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Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 414, sala 402/403 (Edifício Quartier Ipanema), Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22410-002, Brazil
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