Many people adhere to a healthy diet and exercise regimen but struggle with stubborn fat that resists all efforts. This can be particularly vexing for those who are otherwise fit and lead a healthy lifestyle. Fortunately, treatments such as liposuction are available to effectively remove these persistent fat deposits.
At the DFW Center for Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery, you can access top-tier liposuction services to refine your body contours by removing excess fat. Liposuction is a crucial procedure in cosmetic surgery, offering targeted fat reduction and body sculpting that traditional methods fail to achieve. We offer services to patients in Dallas, TX, as well as Fort Worth, Southlake, and the surrounding areas.
What Is Liposuction?
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that removes excess fat from specific body areas, improving its shape and contours. This technique is especially beneficial for those areas where fat tends to accumulate and is resistant to diet and exercise, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, and arms.
The procedure is performed under anesthesia and involves inserting a thin tube, or cannula, through small incisions in the skin. The cannula is then moved back and forth to loosen the fat, which is suctioned out of the body using a vacuum or syringe attached to the cannula.
Benefits of Liposuction
Targeted Fat Reduction
Liposuction targets and removes fat cells from problem areas, offering precise body contouring. This targeted approach ensures patients achieve a more desirable body shape, focusing on areas resistant to diet and exercise.
Enhanced Body Proportions
Liposuction enhances body proportions and symmetry by removing excess fat from specific areas. This benefit is particularly valuable for patients seeking a balanced and harmonious body silhouette.
Long-Lasting Results
The fat cells removed during liposuction are permanently gone, leading to long-lasting results. Maintaining a stable weight through a healthy lifestyle can prolong these outcomes.
Quick Recovery Time
Liposuction has a relatively quick recovery time compared to other surgical body contouring procedures. Depending on the extent of their procedure, most patients can resume their normal activities within a few days to weeks.
Minimal Scarring
The incisions used for liposuction are small and strategically placed to be as inconspicuous as possible. This leads to minimal scarring, making it an aesthetically pleasing option.
Versatility
Liposuction can be performed on various parts of the body, including the abdomen, thighs, arms, and neck. This versatility allows customized treatment plans that address each patient’s unique needs.
Can Be Combined With Other Procedures
Liposuction is often combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as tummy tucks or breast augmentations, for comprehensive body reshaping. This combination can lead to more dramatic and satisfying results.
What Type of Liposuction Do We Offer?
Our liposuction involves injecting a solution that usually contains saline (to expand the treatment area and make it easier for us to access), a local anesthetic (to numb the entire treated area), and epinephrine (to constrict the blood vessels and reduce bleeding) into the treatment area. The tumescent fluid also helps break down the fat and make it easier to remove. Then we suction out the excess fat evenly to create a smoother, more contoured look. Tumescent liposuction can be used to remove stubborn fat in many areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, chin, and back.
Introducing Awake Lipo
Awake lipo offers patients the opportunity to avoid general anesthesia and to comfortably stay awake during the procedure. Awake lipo uses local anesthesia, which means you’ll remain alert but feel no discomfort in the treated area. This method provides greater precision since we can ask you to shift positions during the treatment, giving us better access to target fat more effectively. It can also make the procedure faster and more cost-effective. Awake lipo can be a great option if you’re looking for a quicker recovery with less downtime since it avoids the potential side effects that can come with general anesthesia.
Sculpt & Define: Our Targeted Liposuction Services
Lipo360
Lipo 360 is a comprehensive liposuction technique that targets the midsection from all angles, including the abdomen, waist, flanks (love handles), and sometimes the lower back. This approach aims to create a more contoured and harmonious silhouette by removing excess fat and sculpting the area around the entire circumference of the body. It’s often chosen by those looking to achieve a more defined waistline and reduce belly fat resistant to diet and exercise.
Chin Liposuction
Chin liposuction, or submental liposuction, reduces excess fat under the chin and neck area. This can help to eliminate a double chin and create a more defined jawline. It’s a popular choice for individuals looking to enhance their facial profile and achieve a more youthful appearance. The procedure is typically less invasive than other forms of liposuction and can often be performed with local anesthesia.
Arm Liposuction
Arm liposuction targets excess fat deposits in the upper arms to achieve a more toned and proportionate look. It’s often sought by individuals unhappy with the appearance of “bat wings” or who have not seen desired results from exercise alone. This procedure can help to contour the arms, making them appear slimmer and more defined.
Leg Liposuction
Leg liposuction focuses on removing unwanted fat from the thighs, calves, and sometimes the knees. This can help sculpt the legs, reduce the size, and improve the shape of the thighs and calves. It’s ideal for those looking to enhance the contours of their legs, reduce chafing, and achieve a more balanced body proportion.
How to Prepare for Your Liposuction
One of the first steps to prepare for any surgery is to stop smoking or vaping if necessary. Even quitting a few days before your surgery can improve oxygen levels in your body and help you to recover faster. You may have to adjust your medication before surgery, avoiding any drugs that can increase bleeding or bruising. Medications that you may have to stop include blood thinners, anti-inflammatory drugs, or supplements such as vitamin E, fish oil, CBD oil, or St. John’s wort. You will work closely with Dr. Ver Halen to make sure all medications are stopped safely. Staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy diet in the weeks before treatment can also support your body’s healing process. Make sure to arrange for a ride home, as you may feel groggy or sore after the procedure.
What to Expect During Your Liposuction Appointment
On the day of your liposuction procedure, we’ll start by marking the areas to be treated and administering local anesthesia to keep you comfortable. We may take some “before” pictures to reference later. Once the anesthesia takes effect, we create small incisions and inject the tumescent solution into the treatment area. A small cannula, or hollow tube, is then inserted to loosen the fat and suction it out. This is done with back and forth motions in different directions to evenly remove the fat. Depending on the size of the area, your appointment may take anywhere from one to three hours. If you have opted for Awake Lipo, we will check in with you often to make sure you are still comfortable.
How to Care for Yourself After Liposuction
Once all of the desired fat has been removed, we will close and bandage the incisions. Depending on the area we have treated, we may have you wear a compression garment (typical for abdominal liposuction) or a sleeve or elastic bandage for legs or arms. These garments help keep your form, reduce swelling, and help skin to retract to its new shape. Light walking is recommended to encourage circulation, but you should avoid pushing yourself too hard for several weeks until Dr. Ver Halen clears you for more strenuous exercise. Depending on your job, you should be able to return to work within one to two weeks.
Maintaining Your Liposuction Results
While liposuction removes fat cells from targeted areas, maintaining your results requires a commitment to healthy habits. Sticking to a balanced diet and regular exercise routine can help prevent the remaining fat cells from expanding. Liposuction doesn’t stop weight gain, so staying consistent with your lifestyle is the best way to enjoy your contoured look long-term. We can also recommend post-procedure skin tightening treatments if desired. We find that after liposuction, many of our patients are more motivated to step into a healthy and active lifestyle to keep their results.
Exploring Liposuction with Fat Transfer
Liposuction with fat transfer allows us to remove fat from one part of your body and use it to enhance another. For example, breast augmentation with fat transfer involves taking fat from areas like the abdomen or thighs and injecting it into the breasts for results that look more natural than implants. A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) uses fat transfer to enhance the buttocks, shifting fat from areas where it isn’t wanted such as the abdomen and flanks and creating more shape in the hips and buttocks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Liposuction
How Long Does Recovery From Liposuction Take?
Recovery times can vary depending on the extent of the procedure and the individual’s health. Most patients can return to work and light activities within a few days to a week, with full recovery and the final results becoming evident after a few months.
Will the Fat Come Back After Liposuction?
The fat cells removed during liposuction are permanently eliminated. However, gaining significant weight post-procedure can lead to new fat deposits, including in treated areas. Maintaining a stable weight through healthy lifestyle choices is crucial to preserve the results.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Liposuction?
Ideal candidates for liposuction are individuals at or near their desired weight but struggle with localized fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. Good skin elasticity and overall health are also essential factors for successful results.
How Is Liposuction Different From a Tummy Tuck?
Liposuction removes excess fat from specific body areas, while a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) primarily aims to remove excess skin and tighten abdominal muscles. These procedures are often performed together for comprehensive abdominal reshaping.
Will I Have Loose Skin After Liposuction?
The amount of loose skin after liposuction can depend on your skin’s natural elasticity and the amount of fat removed. During the procedure, we balance fat removal with your skin’s ability to shrink and adapt to your new contours. If your skin has enough elasticity, it will usually tighten over time. However, if loose skin remains after the procedure, additional treatments exist to tighten the skin. We can discuss these options with you during your consultation to ensure the best possible outcome.
Payment and Financing Options for Liposuction
We offer several payment options to make liposuction more accessible. You can use healthcare credit cards like CareCredit® from Synchrony Bank or Alphaeon Credit® from Comenity® Capital Bank. For patients who prefer a secured loan, we work with United Medical Credit and Enhance Patient Finance. United Medical Credit offers flexible terms and plans tailored for both prime and subprime lenders. We also accept payment through credit cards, cash, cashier’s checks, and in-house financing. If you need help selecting the best payment option for your budget, we’ll be happy to assist you during your consultation.
Discover the Benefits of Liposuction at DFW Center for Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas, TX
At DFW Center for Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas, TX, we offer liposuction services. We are committed to delivering personalized, advanced treatments in a professional environment, focusing on safety and optimal body contouring outcomes. We serve patients from Southlake and throughout the Dallas area.
Liposuction effectively targets stubborn fat, enhancing your body proportions and improving how your clothes fit, with enduring results. All of our physicians are fellowship-trained and our procedures are only performed in state-licensed facilities. Schedule your consultation online or call (817) 484-0169 with us today to start your journey toward a more sculpted physique. Let us assist you in achieving a refined and revitalized appearance.
