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This issue presents many of the most influential techniques and concepts introduced in the field of lipoplasty by surgeons who created or modified the techniques and who represent different facets in this burgeoning field. In addition to an overview of liposuction techniques and guidelines, other variations are discussed including VASER, Power-Assisted Liposuction, Subdermal Liposuction, Liposuction and Tumescent Surgery, Serial Suction, Fat Injection, Abdominoplasty Combined with Lipoplasty without Panniculus Undermining, Low-level Laser-Assisted Liposuction, Liposuction Anesthesia Techniques. Dr. Illouz, one of the founders of liposuction, presents a discussion of Complications. The Guest Editor, Dr. Toledo, offers a discussion of Complications of Body Sculpture: Prevention and Treatment.