{"id":643904,"date":"2021-05-05T12:17:52","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T16:17:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hauteliving.com\/hautebeauty\/?p=643904&"},"modified":"2021-05-05T12:17:52","modified_gmt":"2021-05-05T16:17:52","slug":"body-contouring-abdominal-etching-procedure-at-the-maercks-institute","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hauteliving.com\/hautebeauty\/643904\/body-contouring-abdominal-etching-procedure-at-the-maercks-institute\/","title":{"rendered":"Body Contouring Abdominal Etching Procedure At The Maercks Institute"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rian A. Maercks, M.D., P.A<\/strong>.<\/a>, American Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, is an artist and a leading aesthetic, craniofacial, and reconstructive plastic surgeon, based in Miami, Florida. His private practice, The Maercks Institute, is located in the beautiful Design District and is fully equipped with a tastefully designed office and an AAAHC qualified operating room. Dr. Maercks has spoken on many panels and given numerous lectures, domestically and internationally, regarding his unique breast augmentation procedure, which has brought in a large number of patients from all over the world. Haute Beauty expert Dr. Maercks\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>discusses abdominal etching as an excellent option to sculpt the abdomen in order to make the six-pack area more prominent.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"abdominalPhoto Credit: Shutterstock<\/span>How abdominal etching works<\/h3>\n

Abdominal etching<\/strong><\/a>, also known as \u201csix-pack lipocontouring\u201d or \u201clipo etching,\u201d is a body contouring procedure that not only removes fat but also sculpts the abdomen in order to make the six-pack area more prominent. This procedure essentially carves away fat in a strategic manner to deepen the natural grooves of the abdominal wall via small incisions (typically placed around the navel). To further contour the body, fat can also be removed from the sides to slim and tone the midsection. This procedure is ideal for those who keep a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and already have a fairly muscular stomach.<\/p>\n

Abdominal etching procedure details<\/h3>\n

Avoid taking any blood-thinning medications for two weeks before your body contouring abdominal etching procedure, and stop smoking for two months prior. Be sure to arrange a ride home from your appointment. Before the procedure begins, your abdomen will be marked to help guide Dr. Maercks.<\/p>\n

These incisions are very carefully made and placed so that even if a scar forms, it will be barely visible once healed. As the liposuction process removes the fat that\u2019s covering the abdominal muscles, Dr. Maercks will use a specialized cannula to remove fat along the abdominal muscle lines in order to reveal the natural six-pack underneath. Once the procedure is complete, the incisions are closed and the patient is wrapped with a compression garment. The procedure takes 1 to 3 hours.<\/p>\n

\"abdominalPhoto Credit: Courtesy of Dr. Maercks<\/span>Good candidates\u00a0for abdominal etching<\/h3>\n

The best candidates for abdominal etching are those who:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Are having trouble achieving the six-pack they want
\n\u2022 Are athletic, exercise regularly, and eat a healthy diet
\n\u2022 Already have pronounced abdominal muscles
\n\u2022 Are less than 30% over their ideal body weight
\n\u2022 Have healthy muscle and skin tone
\n\u2022 Are non-smokers
\n\u2022 Have realistic expectations for what abdominal etching can accomplish<\/p>\n

Recovery<\/h3>\n

The majority of abdominal etching patients are able to return to work one week following the procedure; however, they must wear the compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks. Abdominal etching doesn\u2019t affect the muscle layers, but there may be some bruising and swelling, and\/or discomfort. It is recommended that you avoid exercise altogether for five days, and avoid high-intensity exercise for one month. Other side effects may include skin discoloration, bumpy skin, irregular healing, fluid accumulation, headaches, nerve and blood vessel damage, and\/or discharge coming from the incisions. If the pus is green or yellow, or if you develop a fever, please contact our office.<\/p>\n

Results<\/h3>\n

It usually takes 3 to 6 months for final results from this body sculpting procedure to become apparent. As the swelling subsides, your new six-pack will become more and more visible, and as you continue your regular diet and exercise regimen, your body will conform to your new shape. As long as you maintain a healthy lifestyle, your abdominal etching results will be long-lasting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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