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Bothered by his andropause symptoms & seeking to renew male body confidence, he sought to address his double chin, expanding waistline & abdomen with Dr Puah.
Mr A. H., a successful businessman in his 50s, is bothered by the effects of andropause. He is concerned about his double chin, expanding waistline, and abdomen.
Mr A. H. is no stranger to the pressures of maintaining a youthful and fit appearance. As someone who regularly meets with business associates and attends high-profile social gatherings, Mr A. H. believes in the importance of "looking good and feeling good," especially given the societal expectations of successful men.
Lately, however, he has become increasingly self-conscious about his double chin, expanding tummy, and thickening waistline — issues he attributes to andropause, the natural hormonal changes that men experience as they age.
To address these concerns, Mr A. H. visited Dr Ivan Puah in 2024 for a consultation. He was particularly keen on liposuction to target his double chin, abdomen, and expanding waistline, hoping to rejuvenate his appearance and enhance his confidence.
During the consultation with Dr Ivan Puah, the doctor explained that liposuction could help reduce the subcutaneous fat on Mr A. H.'s abdomen and waistline, it was necessary to note that he had prominent visceral fat. Since liposuction only removes fat located just beneath the skin, Mr A. H. was advised that his tummy may not be perfectly flat after the procedure and could retain a slight roundness due to the deeper fat layers. However, liposuction of the abdomen and waist would still yield significant improvements in body contouring and help him achieve a leaner, more refined look.
Mr A. H. could consider a weight management program to help reduce visceral fat and further enhance his results. Intrigued by the idea, he expressed interest in pursuing this post-surgery. He was keen on addressing his double chin and undefined jawline, as he felt these contributed to his older, tired appearance.
Dr Puah recommended facial liposuction to target the submental area (double chin), which involves removing the excess fat under the chin, sculpting the jawline and providing a lifted and sculpted look.
Side effects, risks of surgical complications and expected results were explained to the patient. After weeks of careful consideration, Mr A. H. decided to proceed with the surgeries and underwent a series of pre-operative assessments, including blood tests and counselling.
Mr A. H.'s liposuction of the face, abdomen and waist was performed at an accredited day surgery centre under twilight sedation. The patient's vital stats were carefully monitored by an experienced anaesthetist throughout the entire surgical process.
During liposuction of the torso, Dr Puah utilised the MDC Lipo Sculpt® technique to remove excess fat from his abdomen and waistline, focusing on creating a slimmer silhouette that would align with Mr A. H.'s desire to look leaner. It is a three-dimensional fat removal and body sculpting method designed to remove fat from the abdomen and waist. This method offers a more contoured and toned midsection with minimal scarring and faster recovery.
The surgery for his submental area (double chin) involved facial liposuction, which removed the stubborn fat and tightened the skin for a more youthful and chiselled appearance. Dr Puah made several strategic and short incisions less than 4mm under the chin and behind the ears to allow infiltration of numbing fluid. After that, he carefully suctioned the facial fat with specialised blunt lipo cannulas and simultaneously carried out skin tightening. Incisions were closed with stitches, and thick dressings were made on the treated areas.
Post-surgery, Mr A. H. recovered well in the Day Surgery Center. He was informed about the recovery process, including wearing a compression garment to aid in healing and minimise tissue swelling. Pain relief and anti-bruising medication were prescribed to help him manage his recovery post-operatively.
Dr Puah also advised him to follow a healthy lifestyle post-surgery and consider the weight management program to further reduce visceral fat for a long-lasting and comprehensive transformation. He was also advised to apply scar gel to help heal his scar.
During the last review, Mr A. H. reported that he had noticed the waist circumference had reduced, and he also saw changes to his face. His double chin fat was replaced by a firmer and well-contoured jawline. He was pleased with the results, and Dr Ivan Puah reassured him that he would be able to appreciate the final results further as they continued to improve.
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Each patient's response to treatment is contingent upon a myriad of factors, including, but not limited to, their level of commitment, lifestyle choices, and medical history. It is essential to recognise that patient narratives are illustrative examples of potential outcomes and should not be construed as predictive of specific results. We advise a consultation with our doctor for comprehensive guidance tailored to individual circumstances.
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