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Houston Liposuction by Dr. Ravi
Dr. Ravi Somayazula, a board-certified plastic surgeon and body contouring expert, brings his refined surgical skills and artistic vision to every liposuction procedure. At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics in Houston liposuction is a patient-centered experience, ensuring customized treatments that deliver natural, balanced results. Whether you’re seeking to reduce stubborn fat pockets or enhance body definition, Dr. Ravi’s expertise ensures the highest level of precision and care.
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Reveal A Flatter Abdomen
What is Liposuction?
Liposuction surgery is an effective way to remove unwanted fat that doesn’t respond to a healthy diet and regular exercise. This outpatient procedure uses small incisions to target and remove excess fat cells, resulting in improved body contours. Liposuction is not a weight loss solution but a body contouring technique for patients who are near their ideal body weight but struggle with localized fatty deposits.
Common Treatment Areas:
- Abdomen and flanks
- Thighs (inner and outer)
- Arms
- Back and bra rolls
- Chin and neck
- Hips and banana rolls
Advanced Liposuction Techniques We Offer
At our Houston office, Dr. Ravi utilizes the latest, most advanced liposuction techniques to provide patients with the best possible liposuction results. Depending on your specific goals, he may recommend one or more of the following approaches:
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
Advanced Technology for Precision Fat Removal
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) utilizes a vibrating cannula to break down fat more efficiently, allowing for smoother extraction with minimal trauma to surrounding tissues. This technique provides precise control, reduces procedure time, and enhances patient comfort during recovery. PAL is a versatile option that can be tailored for both subtle contouring and more extensive fat removal.
VASER or SAFE High-Definition Liposuction
Achieve Athletic, Chiseled Contours
For Houston Liposuction patients seeking enhanced muscle definition and sculpted contours, Dr. Ravi performs SAFE or VASER Hi-Definition Liposuction. VASER uses ultrasound energy to liquefy fat before removal, enabling more detailed sculpting. The SAFE liposuction technique utilizes the steps of Separation, Aspiration, and Fat equalization to create excellent contours. The specific technique chosen is based on each individual situation and whichever technique will deliver the best aesthetic result. This creates a bespoke customized solution for each individual patient. Hi-Definition Liposuction is ideal for those who desire a more athletic appearance, as it can create visible definition in areas like the abdomen, flanks, and chest. Dr. Ravi trained with Dr. Alfredo Hoyos, the pioneer of high-definition liposuction, bringing world-class expertise to Houston.
Learn more about VASER Liposuction and view our gallery of results.
Renuvion for Skin Tightening
Enhance Liposuction Results with Renuvion
Renuvion (J-Plasma) is a revolutionary skin-tightening technology that combines helium plasma and radiofrequency energy. This adjunctive procedure can be added to liposuction to firm and tighten the skin, reducing sagging and improving overall contour. Renuvion is especially beneficial for patients who may have mild skin laxity after fat removal.
BodyTite for Enhanced Contouring
Target Fat Reduction and Skin Tightening Simultaneously
BodyTite uses radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) to melt fat and tighten the skin in one procedure. It offers a less invasive option for patients looking to address stubborn fat and mild to moderate skin laxity. Dr. Ravi may recommend BodyTite for patients seeking a comprehensive approach to body sculpting, as it provides both fat reduction and significant skin contraction.
Restore Your Confidence
Liposuction Benefits
Liposuction surgery provides numerous benefits for patients looking to enhance their body shape:
- Effective removal of excess fat and stubborn fatty deposits
- Improved body contour and proportion
- Long-lasting results when maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine
- Minimally invasive procedure with small incisions and minimal scarring
- Can be combined with other procedures like a tummy tuck for comprehensive body contouring
Reward Your Hard Work
Are You a Good Candidate for Liposuction?
The ideal candidate for liposuction is a patient who:
- Is at or near their ideal body weight
- Has stubborn fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise
- Has good skin elasticity and realistic expectations
- Maintains a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a balanced diet
Liposuction is not a weight loss solution. If you are looking to lose weight, Dr. Ravi may recommend other treatments or a combination of procedures tailored to your specific goals.
Thorough and Thoughtful
Your Personalized Liposuction Consultation with Dr. Ravi
During your consultation at our Houston office, Dr. Ravi will evaluate your medical history, discuss your goals, and assess the areas to be treated. This comprehensive consultation allows us to determine the best liposuction technique for you, whether it's power-assisted SAFE liposuction or power-assisted VASER liposuction.
Houston Liposuction surgeon, Dr. Ravi will also discuss anesthesia options, which may include local anesthesia or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the areas of liposuction required. We provide detailed information about the procedure, what to expect, and financing options to help make your decision as comfortable as possible.
Sculpt Your Best Self
Your Liposuction Procedure
Liposuction is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, allowing most patients to return home the same day. The surgery involves making small incisions in the treatment area, through which a cannula is inserted to break up and remove fat cells. The liposuction procedure can last between one to three hours, depending on the areas treated and the amount of fat being removed.
Dr. Ravi’s meticulous approach ensures minimal scarring and natural-looking results. He focuses on creating smooth transitions between treated areas to maintain a harmonious body contour.
Liposuction is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, allowing most of our patients to return home the same day. The surgery involves making small incisions in the treatment area, through which a cannula is inserted to break up and remove fat cells. With all liposuction procedures, Dr. Ravi uses the combination of a specific dose of epinephrine and transexamic acid to significantly decrease the amount of bleeding and bruising with the procedure. This also allows a greater amount of liposuction to be performed safely at any given time. When appropriate, certain areas of liposuction may be performed while comfortably awake. This is achieved by using tumescent fluid containing lidocaine with sodium bicarbonate. This technique is also used under general anesthesia to decrease the number of intraoperative narcotics required, thereby hastening postoperative recovery.
Liposuction Results
What to Expect
Liposuction offers immediate improvements in body contour by removing stubborn fat deposits that have resisted diet and exercise. Patients typically notice changes right away, but it’s important to remember that initial swelling can obscure the final outcome. Most patients start seeing significant improvements as the swelling decreases over time.
Timeline for Results:
- Immediate Changes: Most patients with significant fat deposits will notice a visible contour improvement right after the procedure.
- Over 6 Weeks: Swelling begins to subside, revealing more defined contours.
- 3 to 6 Months: Results become fully visible as all the swelling subsides.
Liposuction results are long-lasting, especially when combined with a healthy lifestyle. Fat cells removed during the procedure do not return, allowing you to enjoy your new, sculpted shape indefinitely.
“…I’m loving my results…"
Liposuction Testimonials
"I can proudly say that I love that my stomach is flat, and can actually feel my ab muscles! Dr. Ravi is one of the nicest doctors. He and his staff treated me like I was a precious part of their family." K.
“Dr. Ravi is a very good plastic surgeon. Very understanding very patient and knowledgeable His main goal is to make sure his patient is completely satisfied with the outcome of their procedure. I would recommend him if your interested in having any type of cosmetic surgery done.” — D.
“I cannot write enough good things about Dr. Ravi and his staff at Body By Ravi Plastic Surgery…. Dr. Ravi took his time to get to know me as a person and understand my personal reasons for wanting surgery. He educated me on the pros and cons of surgery so I could make an informed decision.…Dr. Ravi is a genuine, caring person with wonderful bedside manner. You can tell he really loves what he does…. I am thrilled with my results results and it is beyond my expectations. I could not be any happier and I am so grateful for choosing Dr. Ravi as my plastic surgeon. I have found the confidence I had been lacking for so long and am starting to feel like myself again, which is tough after having two kids. … You will not find another plastic surgeon, staff or office this wonderful anywhere in Houston!” — R.
“My body just never went to normal after having my son and breastfeeding for 3 years. I tried working out and dieting, but nothing changed… I interviewed 6 doctors before meeting Dr Ravi. I was so impressed with the way he treated me, how he explained things, the time he took to talk to me and especially his vision of realistic expectations and results… The results are perfect, as he explained, and I can't wait for part 2 of my mommy makeover. The best thing about Dr. Ravi is that he is honest about your results and will suggest the best way to go about it. One more thing, at the hospital the day of my surgery the nurse taking care of me told me she had seen lots of plastic surgeons and in her opinion the best results she had seen were always from Dr Ravi. I agree!!” — A.
Liposuction Recovery
Comfortable, Comprehensive Healing Process
Dr. Ravi ensures a smooth and comfortable recovery by providing detailed post-operative care instructions tailored to your needs. Most Houston Liposuction patients can resume light activities within a few days but may need to avoid strenuous exercises for a few weeks to support optimal healing.
What to Expect During Recovery:
- First 24-48 Hours: You may experience some swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Pain is generally well-managed with Dr. Ravi’s enhanced recovery non-narcotic based multimodal enhanced recovery protocol.
- 1 Week Post-Op: Many patients return to non-strenuous work and light activities.
- 6 Weeks Post-Op: Resume more intense physical activities as cleared by Dr. Ravi.
Wearing compression garments as instructed helps reduce swelling and supports the newly sculpted contours for optimal results.
Liposuction Aftercare Tips
Maintaining Your New Contours
Proper aftercare is essential for ensuring the best liposuction results. Dr. Ravi provides a comprehensive aftercare plan tailored to your specific procedure and individual healing needs. Following these guidelines can help you achieve smooth, natural-looking results and reduce the risk of complications.
In most cases of liposuction, lymphatic massage is recommended to hasten recovery and decrease swelling. Lymphatic massage is started on the first postoperative day and continues for approximately one week after most procedures.
- Wear Compression Garments: These garments help control swelling, support the healing tissues, and enhance the final shape of your body.
- Follow Incision Care Instructions: Keep the incision sites clean and dry. Dr. Ravi may recommend specific ointments or dressings to promote healing and minimize scarring.
- Hydrate and Maintain a Healthy Diet: Staying hydrated and following a balanced diet low in salt can help reduce swelling and speed up recovery.
- Avoid Smoking and Alcohol: These can impede the healing process and increase the risk of complications.
- Attend Follow-Up Appointments: Regular check-ins with Dr. Ravi allow him to monitor your progress and address any concerns promptly.
Dr. Ravi at Houston’s Body
By Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics
Dr. Ravi Somayazula stands out as one of Houston’s premier plastic surgeons, offering advanced liposuction techniques backed by extensive training and expertise. His commitment to patient safety, natural-looking results, and personalized care has earned him numerous accolades and a loyal patient following.
- Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
- Trained in High-Definition Liposuction Techniques
- State-of-the-Art, AAAASF-Accredited Surgery Center
- Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews from Satisfied Patients
Schedule Your Houston Liposuction
Consultation at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics Today
If you’re ready to achieve a slimmer, more sculpted physique, schedule your consultation at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics. Contact us today to take the first step toward your transformation.
Contact Information: Phone: (281) 346-9038, Address: 9230 Katy Freeway, Suite 520, Houston, TX, 77055
Liposuction
Frequently Asked Questions
Thanks to the use of local anesthesia and sedation, most patients report minimal discomfort during and after the procedure.
Yes, in some cases, liposuction can be done with local anesthesia, especially for smaller areas.
Absolutely. Liposuction can be combined with tummy tucks, Brazilian butt lifts, or non-surgical treatments like Renuvion for enhanced results.
Like any surgery, liposuction carries some risks, including infection, bruising, and temporary numbness. Dr. Ravi minimizes these risks by following strict safety protocols.
Liposuction results are long-lasting if you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.
The cost of liposuction varies depending on the extent of treatment and the areas targeted. We will provide a detailed estimate during your consultation.
