Liposuction, medically known as lipoplasty, is a surgical technique to remove excess body fat from specific body areas to enhance its shape and contours. This technique is particularly effective for fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. Among the various methods available, traditional liposuction, power-assisted liposuction, tumescent liposuction, and ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL) are notable for their ability to target and remove fat cells precisely, offering potentially long-lasting results, provided the patient maintains a stable weight post-surgery.
Liposuction applies to various body parts, making it a versatile option for body contouring. Common areas include:
To remove love handles and sculpt a more defined waistline.
Targeting saddlebags and other fat deposits to enhance body proportions.
To reduce upper arm fullness and achieve a more toned appearance.
Inner and outer thighs are often treated to reduce chafing and improve the silhouette.
Addressing bulges around the bra area and lower back.
Particularly in men with gynecomastia (enlarged male breast tissue).
Refine the jawline and reduce the double chin for a youthful appearance.
This begins with a consultation, during which our highly skilled double board-certified plastic surgeon will evaluate your health, discuss your aesthetic goals, and explain your options and the associated risks. This crucial step ensures that you have realistic expectations and allows for meticulous procedural planning.
A comprehensive medical assessment will be conducted to verify that you are a suitable candidate for surgery. This will involve reviewing your medical history, performing physical examinations, and possibly undergoing laboratory tests.
You will provided with detailed guidelines on how to prepare for your surgery, including dietary recommendations, adjustments to your current medication regime, and advice on tobacco cessation, all aimed at facilitating a smooth procedure and recovery.
Depending on the scope of your plastic surgery procedures and the specific areas being treated, your liposuction is performed under local anesthesia. In our practice, we do not use general anesthesia for our liposuction procedures to provide our patients with a faster recovery and reduce downtime.
Your surgeon will make small, carefully placed incisions in the targeted areas. These incisions, typically just a few millimeters long, are strategically located to minimize visible scarring.
Cannula Insertion: A thin tube, known as a cannula, will be inserted through the incisions. Fat Loosening and Suctioning: Our highly skilled, double-board-certified plastic surgeon manipulates the cannula to loosen the fat, which is then suctioned out of your body using a vacuum pump or a syringe attached to the cannula.
Depending on the specific parameters of your procedure, the incisions may be sutured closed or left open to facilitate the drainage of any excess fluids.
Combines liposuction with abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to remove unwanted fat and skin, offering a more comprehensive contouring of the abdomen.
A laser-assisted liposuction LAL specifically designed for precision and minimal invasiveness, often with quicker recovery times.
Awake Liposuction is performed under local anesthesia while the patient is awake. This technique can be less invasive, and the patient can communicate during the procedure.
This begins with a consultation, during which our highly skilled double board-certified plastic surgeon will evaluate your health, discuss your aesthetic goals, and explain your options and the associated risks. This crucial step ensures that you have realistic expectations and allows for meticulous procedural planning.
A comprehensive medical assessment will be conducted to verify that you are a suitable candidate for surgery. This will involve reviewing your medical history, performing physical examinations, and possibly undergoing laboratory tests.
You will provided with detailed guidelines on how to prepare for your surgery, including dietary recommendations, adjustments to your current medication regime, and advice on tobacco cessation, all aimed at facilitating a smooth procedure and recovery.
Depending on the scope of your plastic surgery procedures and the specific areas being treated, your liposuction is performed under local anesthesia. In our practice, we do not use general anesthesia for our liposuction procedures to provide our patients with a faster recovery and reduce downtime.
Your surgeon will make small, carefully placed incisions in the targeted areas. These incisions, typically just a few millimeters long, are strategically located to minimize visible scarring.
Cannula Insertion: A thin tube, known as a cannula, will be inserted through the incisions. Fat Loosening and Suctioning: Our highly skilled, double-board-certified plastic surgeon manipulates the cannula to loosen the fat, which is then suctioned out of your body using a vacuum pump or a syringe attached to the cannula.
Depending on the specific parameters of your procedure, the incisions may be sutured closed or left open to facilitate the drainage of any excess fluids.
Combines liposuction with abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to remove unwanted fat and skin, offering a more comprehensive contouring of the abdomen.
A laser-assisted liposuction LAL specifically designed for precision and minimal invasiveness, often with quicker recovery times.
Awake Liposuction is performed under local anesthesia while the patient is awake. This technique can be less invasive, and the patient can communicate during the procedure.
The liposuction cost in Austin, TX, typically ranges from $3,000 to $7,000 or possibly higher. However, since these figures represent averages, we must consult our double-board-certified plastic surgeon for a personalized cost estimate. This consultation will enable us to tailor your expenses to your needs and cosmetic objectives. For your convenience, we collaborate with CareCredit and United Medical Credit to offer financing options. These companies provide low-interest payment plans to eligible applicants, allowing you to pay for liposuction gradually rather than all at once. Feel free to inquire with our knowledgeable staff for further details.