The ideal body shape may vary for different people. Whether you prefer a sculpted, toned upper body, muscles, a lean figure, or an athletic build, achieving it might not always be easy. Targeted exercises can be an excellent place to start, but this approach may not work for everyone.
It can be incredibly difficult to target, tone, and eliminate small, stubborn amounts of fat from specific areas. Plus, with hormonal changes, weight fluctuations, and side effects of aging, it can be a struggle to maintain results. A men's fat reduction is a body contouring procedure that can help correct, enhance, or rejuvenate many different areas.
The procedures can range from simple treatments aimed at mild to moderate concerns to comprehensive cosmetic surgery solutions that produce more dramatic results. One of the most common goals among male patients seeking body contouring includes improving the chest, back, arms, legs, and stomach to achieve a more masculine contour and slim physique. Our facility works closely with patients to understand their goals and develop a body contouring approach that is right for them. Led by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brad Bengtson, the Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery delivers fat reduction and body contouring services to male patients in the Midwest and Greater Grand Rapids.
When you are ready to make a transformation, you deserve partners on your journey who you trust deeply to deliver the results you want.
The highly experienced team at The Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery is led by board-certified surgeons Dr. Brad Bengtson and Dr. David Alfonso. Our surgeons are regularly recognized by patients and colleagues alike for their commitment to innovation, compassionate patient care, and top-quality outcomes. Their work is supported by the thoughtful and passionate collaboration of the entire Bengtson team.
Has consistently been named one of the Best Doctors in America® since 1996 and recognized as Best Plastic Surgeon in Grand Rapids by Grand Rapids Magazine for the last 12 years.
With over two decades of experience, he is respected for his cutting-edge techniques and compassionate patient care. In addition to his work with patients, Dr. Bengtson travels globally to share his knowledge and innovative approaches with fellow plastic surgeons. He is passionate about delivering harmonious, natural-looking results that elevate rather than alter each patient’s unique aesthetic.
Watch Dr. Bengtson’s VideoHas extensive experience performing a range of surgical and non-surgical procedures, with a particular passion for body contouring and facial rejuvenation.
A careful listener and passionate practitioner, he has received numerous accolades, including recognition as a RealSelf Top Doctor since 2015. He also contributes to advancing techniques in the plastic surgery community through regular publications and lectures. Dr. Alfonso is a fluent Spanish speaker, which helps him provide exceptional communication and care to a broader range of patients.
Watch Dr. Alfonso’s VideoUnderstand her patient’s goals, motivations and desires and is always excited to partner with them to achieve safe and exceptional results.
Her philosophy is founded in individuality, enhancement of one’s own natural beauty and in helping her patients restore harmony between their physical body and their truest self. She is committed to excellence and dedicated to using her surgical expertise to help her patients feel strong, beautiful and confident.
Achieving a toned, lean figure is a common goal among men and can be clearly illustrated by the amount of popular or famous bodybuilders, models, and fitness experts. Many get into exercise and diet to help address aesthetics and health, most notably fat reduction and muscle strengthening.
However, this is only one approach, and may not always work for everyone. Some patients may not see results with exercise or dieting or struggle to see any type of change due to other factors. If you have stubborn fat that you have tried to eliminate from the body, neck, or under the chin, you may benefit from body contouring or fat reduction procedures.
Ideal candidates for fat reduction include men who are in good health and have a stable weight, even if they have a few pounds or feel round in areas where they would prefer to be toned.
You should have a realistic understanding and expectation of the procedure and be in a good state of mind to be eligible for fat reduction. If you have excess fat that does not respond well to traditional diet and exercise, try Kybella for submental fat and CoolSculpting for areas like the abdomen, back, chest, hips, arms, legs, and more. Talking to a licensed professional like Dr. Bengtson , Dr. Alfonso, or one of our team’s experienced members can help you understand which Grand Rapids fat reduction procedures geared towards men are right for you.
The cost of fat reduction for men in Grand Rapids at the Bengtson Center will vary based on the patient’s needs and the procedure they opt to undergo. Other factors, such as the number of sessions and treatment areas, can change your procedure’s final cost. We offer convenient payment options and financing solutions for patients who qualify.
At the Bengtson Center, we strive to provide patients with treatment options tailored to suit everyone’s needs.
Since not all men have the same body type or aesthetic goals, having choices and customizable treatments to suit your individual needs can help deliver results that look natural. Dr. Bengtson or Dr. Alfonso oversee all procedures at our high-end treatment center in Grand Rapids. The most popular approach for fat reduction in men is liposuction.
Liposuction surgery delivers immediate and significant results, with the removal of excess fat from targeted areas. While liposuction does provide lasting results, there is some downtime as with any surgical procedure. Liposuction can be combined with other procedures such as a body lift or tummy tuck to deliver a more balanced result and target other common concerns, like loose skin. Other, minimally-invasive cosmetic techniques are available to help eliminate a few pounds in areas where stubborn body fat has accumulated. We offer non-surgical solutions such as CoolSculpting treatments and Kybella injections.
Coolsculpting is a body contouring procedure that works to freeze away the unwanted fat cells and eliminate them in the treatment areas. Patients generally need more than one treatment to see the desired results, but they can be painless, fast, and have a short and easy recovery time.
Kybella is a different kind of fat reduction, being the only FDA-approved injection for treating submental fat, or the dreaded double chin. It is administered directly into the fat beneath the chin to dissolve it and prevent the cells from reforming in the area.
Are you ready to take the next step to a more beautiful you? Plastic Surgeons Dr. Bengtson and Dr. Alfonso, along with the team at The Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, provide advanced plastic surgery and cosmetic treatment for patients from Grand Rapids, Birmingham, Detroit, and Kalamazoo, Michigan. We specialize in breast augmentation, breast implants, and tummy tuck surgery, as well as laser hair removal, Micro-Needling, BOTOX Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM, and other dermal fillers. Results may vary from person to person.