Awake liposuction is a minimally invasive fat removal procedure performed while you are awake, using only local (tumescent) anesthesia instead of general anesthesia. This keeps you comfortable, alert, and able to communicate during the treatment.
PAL stands for Power-Assisted Liposuction. It uses a vibrating cannula that gently breaks up fat, making it easier to remove with less trauma to surrounding tissues—leading to less bruising, swelling, and a quicker recovery.
A special numbing fluid is injected into the treatment area, which swells and firms the tissue, making fat removal easier while minimizing bleeding and discomfort.
Common areas include the chin, arms, abdomen, flanks, thighs and knees. Multiple areas can often be treated in one session, depending on your goals.
Most patients experience mild soreness and swelling for a few days. Light activity can resume within 24–48 hours, and compression garments are typically worn for several weeks to help with healing and contouring.
