Liposuction in Houston

Liposuction is a semi-invasive technique designed to remove excess fat in select areas, in order to improve the shape and contour of the body.

Anyone who is looking to change their body shape and contour, and is in generally good health, may make an appropriate candidate for liposuction. Ideal patients will fully understand the technique and will have reasonable expectations for the outcome of their procedure.

For your convenience, the liposuction procedure will be performed at the Houston Surgery Center. This accredited facility is on the second floor of the Vitenas Cosmetic Surgery building.

The price for liposuction will range from $6,000 to $13,000, depending on the technique and the specific area being treated. The cost will cover the surgical fees, the operating room costs, anesthesiologist fees, and all follow-up care. The exact price will be determined during your consultation.

Dr. Vitenas will generally use general anesthesia during his liposuction procedures.

Dr. Vitenas uses the “super wet” technique for liposuction. For this technique, the treatment area is first infused with a solution containing saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine, which causes the fat to become swollen and firm and the blood vessels to constrict. A small cannula, or hollow tube, is then inserted through small half-inch incisions and the fat is suctioned out. The super wet technique allows for the safe removal of large volumes of fat without the need for blood transfusions.

Liposuction may take between one and four hours, depending on the number and size of areas being treated.

Liposuction incisions are very small and well-concealed, normally placed in inconspicuous areas like the natural creases of the skin, which will result in imperceptible scarring.

While there may be soreness or a burning sensation after liposuction, Dr. Vitenas will prescribe the needed pain medications for a comfortable, peaceful recovery.

Recovery from the liposuction procedure normally takes about five to seven days to return to work. Final results will take an average of three months.

There may be some bruising, swelling, and numbness after your liposuction procedure. However, many of the newer techniques, including the super wet technique, are associated with decreased bruising and swelling. A special compression garment, similar to a girdle, will need to be worn for several weeks after the procedure.

On average, most people are well enough to return to work in a week or less after a liposuction procedure.

Strenuous exercise will need to be postponed for four to six weeks after a liposuction procedure, giving the body time to fully heal.

Liposuction is considered a safe procedure, but has the small chance for complications to occur. These can include bleeding, infection, scarring, seroma, blood clots, and fat embolism.

Yes, Vitenas Cosmetic Surgery accepts healthcare financing through CareCredit. Contact a patient coordinator, or visit our financing page for more information.