Liposuction in Houston
Despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, many people find they are unable to lose fat in certain parts of the body, which can cause feelings of frustration and low self-esteem. The problem areas that are not generally affected by diet and exercise are the result of the genetically pre-determined distribution of fat cells throughout a person’s body. The only way to effectively lose these extra fat cells is by the use of liposuction surgery.
Liposuction at Houston’s Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center is performed using the most up-to-date liposuction techniques, which promote a faster, more comfortable healing process. Patients in the Houston area who are considering liposuction surgery can expect the highest quality comfort and care at Dr. Eisemann’s plastic surgery clinic.
Liposuction, or body contouring surgery, is a procedure during which the surgeon sculpts the body, removing excess fat cells from problem areas. Women commonly choose to have liposuction performed below the chin, over the hips, waist, and thighs, as well as around the breasts and abdomen. Most men who decide to have liposuction will have fat deposits reduced around the abdomen and under the chin. Liposuction is also an option for men who wish to diminish the appearance of gynecomastia, or “male breasts.”
During the initial consultation for liposuction at Houston-based Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center, Dr. Eisemann will advise each patient of the available options for liposuction procedures and will discuss the appropriate types of anesthesia. Local anesthesia is commonly used for patients who require the removal of only a small area of fat deposits. For increased comfort, local anesthesia can be paired with light intravenous sedation. For patients undergoing a more extensive liposuction surgery, a general or regional anesthesia is preferable.
Dr. Eisemann performs liposuction is his state-of-the-art, fully accredited plastic surgery suite in Houston, or in the hospital. During liposuction surgery, Dr. Eisemann will remove excess fat cells and sculpt the body’s new shape. He will first make a small incision next to the targeted area, into which he will insert a thin hollow tube that is attached to a powerful suction pump. Dr. Eisemann will then gently remove the unwanted fat cells using a well-planned approach that is designed to keep incisions minimal.
Liposuction surgery is never intended to replace a healthy lifestyle, but rather as a supplement to diet and exercise. It is equally important to understand that the final result of liposuction surgery is heavily determined by the overall condition of the patient’s skin. After liposuction, the patient’s skin must shrink down to reveal the newly sculpted body. If the skin does not shrink, other options may be considered to minimize the excess skin, such as a tummy tuck or lower body lift. These options should be discussed with Dr. Eisemann in consultations prior to liposuction surgery.
After liposuction, Houston patients can commonly expect to experience some bruising, soreness, and numbness. These symptoms will generally diminish within two weeks. Once the affected area has healed, liposuction patients will enjoy a firmer, more pleasing figure.
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