Dallas Plastic Surgeon Reviews Liposuction – Lipoplasty

What is the purpose of liposuction?

Liposuction is among the most popular cosmetic procedures due to its high rate of success and minimal risk and downtime. Liposuction is one of the most common procedures performed by Dr. Azouz and is a critical tool used in the treatment of gynecomastia, breast lift, facelift, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, thigh lifts, butt lifts and in body contouring. It is a successful procedure for both men and women alike. Liposuction is typically performed to reduce disproportionately large hips, buttocks, thighs, protruding abdomen, lateral chest wall (bra fat) or “love handles” above the waist. It is also helpful in removing fat on the arms, calves, knees, around the buttocks (the “banana roll”) and under the chin.

Liposuction is often performed with other body surgery procedures, such as abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) or breast reduction. This procedure is a solution to stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. Some patients benefit most from liposuction and abdominoplasty after they have lost a significant amount of weight, in order to improve their body contour.

Who is a Good Candidate?

Individuals who have localized areas of fat that are disproportionate with the rest of their body can often benefit from this procedure. Ideal candidates will have good skin elasticity, be near their ideal weight, and be non-smokers. A consultation with Dr. Azouz is needed to determine if this procedure is right for you. Liposuction can also be combined with various other procedures for women as a Mommy Makeover and for men in combining gynecomastia surgery with abdominal liposuction.

What to Expect During Dallas Liposuction

Liposuction is performed using the ultrasonic, power-assisted technique and the tumescent technique. Dr. Azouz also incorporates Safe liposuction and high definition liposuction techniques when performing liposuction. During your consultation, Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Azouz will discuss your goals and recommend an individualized procedure to achieve your best outcome.

The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia with sedation. Patients return home shortly after the procedure has been completed. The recovery period and aftercare instructions will depend on the size of the treatment area and your natural healing process. Dr. Azouz also utilizes anesthesia providers who focus on giving the patient the best and safest surgical experience possible.

Types of Liposuction Performed include

Custom Cannula Traditional Liposuction

Traditional liposuction cannulas have varying characteristics to target and remove fat depending on the location. Dr. Azouz has designed his own cannulas to maximize patient results. This is true in his custom made gynecomastia cannulas, leg, abdominal, lipedema, chest, back, calf and neck cannulas. Dr. Azouz educates patients on which types of liposuction he has customized for specific locations and procedures. Dr. Azouz conceals and minimizes scarring so much so that many patients report being unable to detect their scars.

Power-Assisted Liposuction

Power-assisted liposuction is a specialized liposuction procedure performed by Dr. Azouz. Dr. Azouz utilizes a vibrating cannula to break up and remove fatty tissue. Studies have shown that power-assisted liposuction permits increased precision with less bruising and efficient fat removal. Power-assisted liposuction can also remove up to 30 percent more fat than traditional liposuction methods.

Ultrasonic Liposuction

Liposuction with a power source removes fatty tissue and allows liposuction to be more efficient. Some energy sources can contribute to skin tightening.

High Definition Liposuction

High definition liposuction utilizes the artistic principles of light and shadow to provide a sculpted look. Dr. Azouz removes large quantities of fat in some locations while avoiding certain areas “no go” zones. This provides men and women with a shaped and muscular look.

Safe Liposuction

SAFE liposuction stands for liposuction with Separation, Aspiration, and Fat Equalization, and has been extensively studied in Aesthetic and Plastic and Reconstructive surgery journals. Safe liposuction breaks up adhesion’s and scar tissue between the dermis, fascia, and fatty tissue to create a uniform subcutaneous fat layer. Safe liposuction helps to avoid contour deformity and inadequately treated areas. Dr. Azouz uses SAFE liposuction techniques in patients undergoing their first operation and patients who have had liposuction elsewhere that require a revision liposuction procedure.

Tumescent Liposuction

Tumescent liposuction adds fluid and epinephrine to traditional liposuction techniques effectively minimizing bleeding while also permitting a less painful procedure. Liposuction can be performed under local anesthetic and sedation rather than general anesthesia with tumescent liposuction techniques. Tumescent liposuction also can help to avoid bruising and soreness.

Recovery

Following your liposuction procedure, special compression garments will need to be worn to diminish swelling. Drains are not routinely placed by Dr. Azouz for Liposuction. Redness, bruising, and swelling are expected, and any discomfort can be controlled with pain medication but most patients do not report significant pain after liposuction. Most patients can return to a desk job within a few days after liposuction. Many patients who have liposuction on a Friday will return to a desk job on a Monday. However, recovery time may differ from patient to patient and is dependent on the specific locations and number of areas treated.

Cost of Liposuction

The cost of liposuction is dependent on several factors including the number of areas treated, the amount and quality of fatty tissue to be removed, and the overall health of the patient. Dr. Azouz will determine the cost of liposuction by performing a history and physical examination.

How does liposuction compare to nonsurgical techniques?

Liposuction is a definitive treatment to remove fat deposits and lipodystrophy from the body. Unlike non-surgical treatments, liposuction removes fat from the body and places it in a bottle. Liposuction is performed once whereas nonsurgical procedures involve multiple sessions (as many as 6-8 at times). The results of liposuction are much more definitive than nonsurgical techniques.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are unable to correct unwanted, stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise, one of our liposuction options can be the right solution for you. To schedule your consultation, contact Azouz Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery today at 972-702-8888.

Frequently Asked Questions

What would be the most cost effective procedure be to remove fat and tighten skin in the upper inner thigh area? I am trying to figure out what the most cost effective procedure would be to remove the fat from my upper inner thigh and to tighten the skin in that area.

Liposuction is the gold standard for selective fat removal and correction of focal lipodystrophy in the inner thigh area. Liposuction improvements including safe liposuction, tumescent liposuction, laser, power assist, ultrasonic and high definition all play a role in optimizing results in a safe and with reproducible improvement.

I am interested in performing liposuction surgery on my stomach (abdomen), arms and thighs before I start college. This will be my first time having surgery and having liposuction. What are the restrictions when it comes to recovery after lipo surgery? What can I expect in terms of bruising, swelling, pain, being tired and fatigued after surgery? Should I take antibiotics? How big are the incisions and how long will they take to heal? Do you recommend any herbals like arnica? Do I need to drink a lot?

Activity during recovery from liposuction:

Liposuction can have fantastic results in patients of all ages and body types. Dr. Azouz routinely performs liposuction on the neck, lateral breast and axilla, chest, abdomen, flanks, iliac rolls, thighs, legs, calves, buttocks, banana roll, muffin top, saddle bags, love handles, and back. Patients who are young and healthy often have quicker recovery times. The best liposuction results are seen in patients who pick the right surgeon, are non-smokers, and who are compliant with post-operative guidelines. Light activity including light jogging, aerobic exercise, golf, heavy walking, elliptical, and light yoga can be routinely started at 2-3 weeks after surgery. Heavy activity, including basketball, skydiving, trampoline, football, heavy yoga, tennis, hockey, and swimming are best delayed until 6 weeks after surgery. Lifting weights is restricted up to 3 weeks after surgery. Dr. Azouz will guide the patient as to when to increase the amount of weight to be lifted. It is recommended that students avoid carrying heavy books and computers. A good way to do this is with a rolling bag or by having a friend carry heavy books and binders.

Bruising/Swelling/Pain after Liposuction:

Bruising and swelling are limited by compression garments, which are worn after surgery. Dr. Azouz’s technique in surgery and guidelines after surgery also help to reduce pain. There are many patients who only take a few pain pills, if any, after surgery. Dr. Azouz does not routinely recommend taking antibiotics after liposuction surgery.

Incisions for Liposuction:

Dr. Azouz strives to hide the scars with liposuction and minimize their size as much as possible. The goal is for natural and striking results whereby others cannot recognize that a patient has had aesthetic surgery. This entails hiding the incisions in the male escutcheon, the female mons/groin, around the areola, in other natural folds of the skin and other hidden locations.

Herbals and Hydration after Liposuction:

Dr. Azouz does not routinely recommend taking herbal medications. Hydration is very important after liposuction. Dr. Azouz individually guides his patients as to how much to drink and how to follow hydration using the body’s natural cues.

Large Volume and Revision Liposuction:

Patients who have large volume or revision liposuction sometimes require additional techniques to improve contour irregularities or uneven fat removal. At any time up to a third of the new patients seen by Dr. Azouz have had liposuction performed by a different surgeon and require revision surgery.

I am having lipo surgery today and woke up with a mild sore throat. Can I still have my surgery?

I recently had a mommy makeover with repositioning of my nipples (Mastopexy) and tummy tuck. I would like to have liposuction and a posterior body lift. When is the best time to proceed with additional plastic surgery? I would want to do my inner thighs and back.

What kind of liposuction techniques does Dr. Azouz use?

Will I have to be put to sleep for liposuction surgery?

I underwent liposuction of my tummy 10 days ago and now I can feel a hard, shelf-like bottom. What am I doing wrong?

I got my lipo 3 days before starting college. Will I be able to walk a fairly long distance and carry a heavy backpack?

I am scheduled for a lipo surgery today but woke up with a mild sore throat. Does this have any effect on my surgery?

I had my liposuction surgery 2 weeks ago. My stomach is bloated now, is this fat?

How much does it cost to get liposuction for the excessive breast tissue under the armpit?

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WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING

“A huuuuuuge thanks to Dr. Azouz and the wonderful job he did on my laser resurfacing. I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day and I couldn't have achieved that level of confidence without him! So grateful!” - Katie

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