Liposuction works best for people within 15 to 20 pounds of their goal weight, who have been in good, stable health for 6 months, and who have firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone. Liposuction is not meant to be used for significant weight loss.
See Yourself Slender
Liposuction, typically performed as an outpatient procedure, is a technique designed to remove excess fat from specific areas of the body. This reshapes the contours to provide a better silhouette. It is most often performed on parts of the body where excess fat tends to accumulate, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, neck, and chin.
If you’re bothered by problem areas of your body, request an appointment to discuss your liposuction in Fort Worth with Dr. Johnson.
Liposuction Highlights
Consultation Required:
Yes
Downtime:
1 week
Sessions Needed:
1
Results Duration:
Varies based on post-surgery weight loss/gain
What Can Liposuction Treat?
Liposuction is a fat-reduction treatment that suctions out bothersome fat cells that don’t go away even after reaching an ideal body weight. Dr. Johnson may complete liposuction in more than one area of your body, depending on your unique needs and contouring goals. Liposuction treats:
- Double chin
- Lower belly pooch
- Love handles and muffin tops
- Flabby arms and thighs
- Other excess fat
Why Choose 817 Surgical Arts?
Complimentary Consultation
Our goal is to educate our patients through individualized consultation. We encourage potential patients to request a complimentary consultation with our team to discuss their options.
No-Pressure Environment
Your plastic surgeon should make recommendations for treatment based on your needs, but never make the final decision. We will never pressure you to make decisions you aren’t ready for.
Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Emily Johnson, a triple board-certified facial plastic and cosmetic surgeon, offers liposuction in Fort Worth, TX to eliminate undesirable neck and body fat bulges with minimal downtime.
Expectations for Results
Recovery after liposuction is relatively straightforward. You will be swollen and may be bruised in the treatment areas. Depending on the extent of liposuction, noticeable swelling can last up to 4 weeks. Most patients can go back to work within 1 week.
How is Liposuction Performed?
Step 1: Consultation
You’ll schedule a confidential consultation for liposuction in Fort Worth, TX. During this conversation, Dr. Johnson and her team will develop a personalized treatment plan based on your medical history, current medications, and surgical goals. Our team will walk you through each step so you can feel comfortable and confident when making your decision to have surgery.
Step 2: Procedure
Your surgery will take place at our luxurious office on Eighth and Magnolia. Depending on the surgery areas, the procedure can take up to 4 hours. Dr. Johnson will use very small incisions and insert the cannula into the liposuction area to remove fat and sculpt the areas with the excess. You may consider combining multiple surgeries as part of a complete makeover.
Step 3: Recovery
Liposuction is typically an outpatient procedure, and you can return home the same day after your surgery. After your procedure, it’s important to wear your compression garment as instructed for proper healing and to help your body contour to its new shape. The initial recovery period is 4 to 7 days. You cannot work out for at least 3 weeks following your liposuction surgery.
Liposuction FAQs
Prior to your liposuction in Fort Worth, Dr. Johnson’s office will provide instructions. Most important is that you arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, stop taking medicines or supplements as instructed, and avoid foods and drinks on the morning of your scheduled procedure.
After liposuction, you may have some swelling, bruising, or tenderness. Dr. Johnson may place temporary drains in your skin to reduce fluid buildup during the healing process. You may also wear compression garments for a few weeks to minimize swelling.
Get plenty of rest, take medications as directed, and avoid strenuous physical activity until it’s safe to do so. You can expect full results within a few months. As long as you maintain an ideal body weight, liposuction is a long-lasting procedure.
Liposuction results can last permanently. However, please be aware that although we remove fat cells during your liposuction surgery, the remaining fat cells can expand from weight gain. It is important to maintain a healthy body weight even after liposuction has been performed.
Yes, some skin tightening occurs after liposuction. You may notice loose skin in the areas treated with liposuction. Your skin will continue to tighten over the next 2 to 3 months. After 6 weeks, you should see your body approaching 80 to 90% of your final results, although the skin will not fully tighten until after 6 months.
Testimonials
Absolutely amazing. She goes above & beyond.
Margi Y.
I went to Dr. Johnson for a consult and have been raving about her since to anyone who will listen. During the consult Dr. Johnson walked me through everything about the procedure and surgery I was inquiring about. Dr took her time educating me and answering all my question. I did end up going with Dr Johnson for my surgery I will be getting in a couple weeks and I am so excited!!
Shaina S.
Dr. Johnson has a wonderful bedside manner and her staff is caring and friendly. I felt very informed and confident going in to my procedure. All of my questions were answered and my results are 10/10.
Lauren S.
About 817 Surgical Arts
Dr. Johnson and her team at 817 Surgical Arts believe in empowering individuals to unveil their natural beauty through communication and education to help them achieve their goals.
We perform liposuctions either in a surgery center, hospital, or on-site at our state-of-the-art medical office in Fort Worth. Call 817 Surgical Arts or request an appointment online to learn more.
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How to Find Us
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