Liposuction In San Antonio TX
One of the most popular cosmetic procedures, liposuction is ideal for people with areas of stubborn fat that do not respond to diet and exercise. Liposuction results in the permanent removal of fatty tissue. The most common areas treated by liposuction are the abdomen, hips, thighs, love handles, back, knees, upper arms, and chin.
It is common to perform liposuction of the abdomen, hips, and thighs together. This treats the body as one aesthetic unit, giving the best overall results. Depending on your anatomy, it is possible that only parts of the body require treatment. If these areas are small, it may be possible to do arms, knees, or under the chin at the same time. If the contours are large, it may not be possible to do more than just one area. The surgery is personalized for your goals and anatomy.
Learn About Liposuction Plastic Surgery in San Antonio
- What Is Liposuction?
- Am I A Good Candidate For A Liposuction?
- Initial Consultation
- What Happens During The Liposuction Procedure?
- What Is The Recovery Like?
- What Results Should I Expect After The Procedure?
- Liposuction Vs. Tummy Tuck
- Cost And Financing Options
- Testimonials
FAQ's
Am I A Good Candidate For A Liposuction?
Liposuction is a procedure that can remove stubborn fat from certain areas of your body. It’s important to know that this is not a shortcut to weight loss and is best suited for healthy individuals who have already achieved a stable weight.
Initial Consultation
At the initial consultation, your health history will be reviewed and the liposuction procedure will be explained in great detail, and any alternative procedures, as well as the risks and benefits of surgery, will be discussed.
Here you will also check before and after photographs of Dr. Lawton’s patients, and all of your questions will be answered.
During the consultation, your body contours including, skin excess, fat deposits, and muscular tone, will be evaluated. Here is where you will have the opportunity to point out the particular characteristics of your anatomy that you would like to improve or change.
After extensive discussion, you and Dr. Lawton will agree on which surgical plan will best achieve your goals. Our goal and commitment is that you leave this initial visit with a clear understanding of your surgical options, so that you can make an informed decision.
We are happy to answer any questions you may have later by Remington Oaks Medical Building Phone Number 210-496-2639, email or in another private consultation.
*There is never an additional charge for these subsequent visits.
Are You Ready For A New You?
For more information about Liposuction or to schedule a consultation with Lawton Plastic Surgery call our San Antonio TX office at
(210)-496-2639 or
What Happens During The Liposuction Procedure?
Liposuction is performed in our private AAAASF Certified Class-C Outpatient Surgical Center. The procedure takes about 1 hour per area to be treated.
Dr. Lawton uses the tumescent technique, which involves using a special fluid during the procedure. This fluid contains epinephrine, which helps to decrease the risk of bleeding and bruising, and lidocaine, which reduces the amount of anesthesia needed during surgery, and also helps to relieve pain after the surgery.
We use a type of anesthesia that is administered through an IV for this outpatient procedure. It is administered by an elite group of carefully selected, highly qualified, board-certified anesthesiologists and is designed to provide a smooth and gentle anesthetic experience, as well as prevent postoperative pain. This type of anesthesia allows Dr. Lawton to work on the areas being treated without causing pain.
Different sizes (3.7 mm, 4 mm, 4.6 mm, and 5 mm in diameter) of liposuction cannulae, which are medical instruments used during liposuction, are used depending on the amount of fat, the condition of the skin, the area being treated, the character of the fat, and the amount of fibrous tissue. The incisions are small and hidden in areas that are not easily noticeable.
What Is The Recovery Like After Liposuction?
After your surgery, it is important to get plenty of rest. At home, you will have medications to help with any pain you may feel. We also prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection. To reduce swelling and bruising, and speed up your recovery, we will provide you with a special compression garment, surgical vitamins, arnica, and bromelain.
We will see you the day after your surgery at our office. By the fourth or fifth day, the discomfort should be significantly reduced. You will need to come back in one week to have your sutures removed. By then, you should be feeling well enough to resume most of your normal activities, including work. However, it will take about six weeks for your wounds to heal to 50% of their full strength. Only after this time period, you can return to vigorous activities.
We will schedule follow-up appointments with you at 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and then every year after that. If needed, will see you more frequently, but these follow-up visits will always be free of charge.
What Results Should I Expect After Liposuction Procedure?
The success of liposuction is measured by changes in contour. You may also lose some weight and get into smaller size clothing, although this varies based on your anatomy. Fat removal is permanent, but it’s important to maintain healthy habits like eating well and exercising regularly to keep your new shape. Even if you gain weight after liposuction, the localized fat deposits that existed prior to surgery should not grow out of proportion to the surrounding areas.
Liposuction Vs. Tummy Tuck
Liposuction is for the patient who does not have issues with excess skin or loose muscles, but simply wants packets of fat removed in the abdomen, thighs, or hips.
In contrast, Tummy Tucks are designed to remove excess skin and tighten loose abdominal muscles in the midsection.
Choosing between a tummy tuck and liposuction ultimately depends on your body type and the results you are seeking. We may even recommend a combination of the two in order to get the look you truly want. If you need any more information about either of these procedures or would like help choosing which one is right for you, call us today at Remington Oaks Medical Building Phone Number 210-496-2639 and we can help you with any questions and concerns you have.
Cost And Financing Options For My Liposuction Procedure
The cost of a Liposuction procedure depends on several factors and variables and may vary from patient to patient. We provide financing options. If you are ready to change your life, the way you feel find out more about the new version of yourself, you can schedule a consultation, or call us at Remington Oaks Medical Building Phone Number 210-496-2639 with any questions about the costs involved with Liposuction surgery.
Testimonials
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Lawton Plastic Surgery
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
i had Liposuction on several spots done on Oct 27, 2015. The areas I had liposuction on were: inner and outer thighs; upper and lower abs; arms; hips, waist and back. This was a lot to have done at one time. Dr. Lawton and his staff were very helpful and kind during surgery and the follow-up visits. Dr. Lawton was upfront about what he could do and what I should or should not expect from the procedure. He was able to remove a little over 10 liters of fat during the surgery. it has been a little over 2 months and over half of the swelling is gone. I was listed as obese with a BMI of 38. I was a size 24 on top and a 22 Jeans. I am now a Large top (18-20) and Large bottom (jeans 16)> I was never concerned about the pounds but I went from 271 lbs, to 256 lbs at this point. This is without adding exercise. I expect more to come off after I begin working out again, however, I love the size proportions that I am now. I would recommend waiting for about 2 weeks before I would have returned to work due to the large areas that he worked on. Expect to be sore and the amount of soreness should be based on the amount of area the procedure is covering. The bruises looked worse than the pain was. I highly recommend wearing the compression body stocking and if you are getting your arms dome get either a compression top or compression sleeves to wear. You can buy more compression stocking called Flexes at Walmart for $13-$15 so you can get new ones as your size decreases. It helps remove the pain and is working on helping the skin reduce without as much sagging. I am looking forward to seeing what I look like when all the swelling is gone. The procedure is well worth the time and money in my opinion, I might still be heavy but I look great, have a figure and feel much better about myself. I am recommending Dr. Lawton to my friends.
- Sherrie B
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
I am completely satisfied with my entire experience with Dr. Lawton's office. From the front desk, support staff to the nurses, everyone was courteous and professional. Even the guy that wheeled me out to the car after surgery was awesome. Dr. Lawton was caring and considerate. I felt completely safe and comfortable in his presence. It has been only one week since surgery and I am very happy with my results so far. I can only imagine the final product in a few months. I am already looking forward to my next "enhancement". Thank you for the exquisite work.
- Melissa W.
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
I went from a size 18 to a size 12 and am still getting smaller!
- L S.
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
I have always been conscientious about my weight. Throughout my entire life I have taken great pains to watch what I eat and work out in order to maintain a healthy and attractive body. However, as I have gotten older I realized that it was becoming more and more difficult to maintain the same body even with dramatically increased effort. At some point I came to the realization that no matter how hard I tried I was not going to be able to have the same body that I have always had without getting professional help. After a great deal of research I decided that liposuction would be the procedure that could help me regain my looks and my self-confidence. I explored the possibility of getting the procedure done with several different doctors and decided that Dr. Gary Lawton would be able to provide the best results. The results after the procedure were even better than what I had expected. I am so happy with the work that Dr. Gary Lawton performed that I now recommend liposuction to all of my friends who are concerned about maintaining their appearance. I truly don't know what I would have done without it. CANNOT BE HAPPIER!!
- M D.
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
I think Doctor Gary Lawton is a very skilled and professional doctor, my wife had a tummy tuck recently with him, and she looks amazing, I'm a very grateful husband, not that before was bad, cause i love my wife very much and I think she's the most beautiful and sexy woman in the world. But she wanted this for some time now, and I have seen changed the way she sees herself now, she's more confident with herself and that's all that matters to me, and this is all thanks to Dr. Lawton who did a great job. She had a couple of rough days, but we were expecting it. We thought it was going to be a lot more that it actually did.
- Jonah ..