If you are struggling with stubborn body fat that refuses to budge with diet or exercise, we recommend that you schedule a consultation with Dr. Matthew H. Steele, MD, to discuss liposuction. Dr. Steele is a highly accredited, Board-certified plastic surgeon whose mastery of the safest and most advanced body sculpting techniques will help you achieve your desired contours.
In addition, he is able to perform what is known as “awake” liposuction for patients in Mansfield, which means you receive local anesthesia in the areas being treated with the option for mild sedation if needed. Performing the surgery in the office awake will not only save you money, but it will also speed your recovery.
Liposuction removes excess, stubborn fat deposits, improving your contours which results in a more toned appearance. Dr. Steele specializes in full-body liposuction, meaning he can treat your double chin, stubborn abdominal fat, saddlebags on the thighs, and love handles.
The best candidates for awake liposuction in Mansfield are healthy nonsmokers who are close to their goal weight. In addition, to be eligible for this procedure, you should meet the following basic criteria.
The most popular areas for liposuction are the abdomen and waist, with other popular areas being the back, chest, chin, arms, and thighs. During your initial consultation, Dr. Steele will evaluate your medical history and aesthetic goals to create a personalized treatment plan catered specifically to you.
During awake liposuction, local anesthesia (lidocaine) is used to control your pain. Some patients may request a mild sedative (valium) to help with any anxiety you may have related to surgery. Additionally, Dr. Steele has nitrous oxide (laughing gas) available to use while he infiltrates the numbing solution into the treated areas. Small incisions are strategically placed which allows Dr. Steele to infiltrate the unwanted fat with tumescent solution. This solution contains saline, lidocaine, and adrenaline which provides pain relief while minimizing bleeding.
Dr. Steele uses specialized techniques to remove unwanted fat—including an advanced technique known as SAFELipo®, which uses power-assisted liposuction. SAFELipo®, pioneered by Dr. Simeon Wall Jr., separates the fat, and removes it smoothly and evenly, to minimize irregularities and asymmetries. Depending on the extent of your fat removal, you may require drainage tubes—this will prevent fluid accumulation. Additionally, many patients will add Renuvion Radiofrequency skin tightening to optimize skin tightening after the fat is removed.
Liposuction is an advanced plastic surgery procedure and you will need plenty of rest for an optimal recovery. Your recovery time will depend on individual factors, such as number of areas treated, age, and overall health. You will need to wear foam padding and compression garments to aid your healing process. Dr. Steele will make specific recommendations based on your individual needs and will schedule appropriate follow up appointments to monitor your progress. One of the primary advantages of liposuction is that it is long-lasting. The fat that is removed with liposuction is permanently removed, however, the remaining fat cells may regrow if you gain weight. Your results will last as long as you continue to maintain a stable weight with a good diet and exercise plan.
If you are looking for effective full-body contouring solutions—including including stubborn fat on your abdomen, thighs, waist, arms, and chin, Dr. Steele can help. To discover how our awake liposuction procedure can help patients in Mansfield slim down the problem areas on their body, schedule your consultation with Dr. Steele today.
