Liposuction

Liposuction Las Vegas and Henderson, NV

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Do you have stubborn pockets of fat in hard to target places that refuse to respond to diet and exercise alone? If you find yourself at the gym constantly focusing on a single area or cutting calories and carbs to reach your goals, you might be a good candidate for liposuction. The notorious body transformation procedure is offered at our Henderson and Las Vegas offices to help suction away fat from hard-to-exercise areas like the abdomen, thighs, hips, and much more.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Himansu Shah has helped countless patients who are struggling to trim and contour areas of their body where excess fat accumulates with the help of liposuction. Dr. Shah and our expert team are committed to providing patients with the best results and most comfortable experience possible by using the most innovative new technologies and professional skills.

Interested in learning more about what liposuction in Las Vegas can do for you? Call (702) 684-5502 today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shah and learn more about Las Vegas liposuction surgery! Our offices are located in Henderson and Las Vegas, and we proudly serve cosmetic surgery patients visiting from all over Nevada and beyond.

What Is Liposuction?

It’s no secret that fat can be stubborn. No matter how perfect your diet and exercise routine may be, it seems there are always areas where fat accumulates and just won’t budge. Liposuction with Dr. Shah can remove stubborn fat deposits, giving you the slimmer, sleeker, contours that you’ve been working hard to achieve without much luck. With advanced techniques and technologies, liposuction has become more precise than ever, making the procedure much easier on the patient.

At Signature Plastic Surgery & Dermatology, Dr. Shah uses tumescent liposuction, which allows for the tiniest incisions in the target area to remove the unwanted fat. Dr. Shah utilizes Power Assisted Liposuction with Renuvion.

What Areas Can Liposuction Treat?

Why Choose Dr. Shah for Liposuction?

At Signature Plastic Surgery & Dermatology, we strive to provide all our patients with exceptional care, professionalism, and respect. We understand that choosing to undergo a plastic surgery procedure is a deeply personal decision that requires time, research, and consideration. Patients choose Dr. Himansu Shah not only for his prestigious education but also for his professionalism and ability to listen. He ensures that his patients have plenty of time to discuss each component of their procedure to ensure a deep understanding of what to expect going forward. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon with previous experience in general surgery, making him exceptionally well-educated and equipped to conduct even the most complex of procedures.

“The most fulfilling moment in my profession is seeing a big smile on my patients’ faces. I feel very special to be able to make a difference in their life and help regain their confidence or achieve a look that they have been dreaming of their whole lives.”

Dr. Himansu Shah leaning on table

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Himansu Shah M.D., F.A.C.S.

In Dr. Shah’s capable hands, the options are almost endless. From surgical and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation, Brazilian butt lift and Breast Augmentation, Dr. Shah can  deliver the results you’ve always desired with a simple trip to the office.

What to Expect from a Las Vegas Liposuction Procedure?

Liposuction with Dr. Shah is done using either local or general anesthesia, depending on the size of the area being treated and the treatment needed to achieve your goals.

First, Dr. Shah will inject the area with a saline solution that is infused with epinephrine and lidocaine. The lidocaine helps to numb the area and the epinephrine constricts the blood vessels, limiting the blood loss and bruising. Next, the cannula is inserted to suction out the fat.

Power-Assisted Liposuction

Power-assisted liposuction uses another special cannula that, in addition to suction, uses rapid vibrations to break apart the fat deposits beneath the skin so that they can be suctioned away more easily. Power-assisted liposuction techniques enable Dr. Shah to remove more fat in shorter periods of time, which allows for faster recovery times. It also eliminates the need to be more aggressive with the movements of the cannula.

Both the Renuvion and power-assisted methods of liposuction enable Dr. Shah to effectively access difficult areas of the body, such as the back and the chin. The incision locations are also incredibly small and can be closed with just a bandage.

 

What to Expect from Liposuction Recovery?

Recovery from liposuction can take as little as a few days to a couple weeks depending on the area(s) being treated and the method used. Following your procedure, your treatment areas will be wrapped to reduce swelling, bruising, and discomfort. When the bandages are removed after a few days, you’ll be required to wear a compression garment on the treatment area for at least one month. This will help to eliminate swelling and allow your skin to adapt to its new contours to reduce the risk of sagging skin.

You will most likely experience some bruising and swelling, but these symptoms should resolve themselves in about a week to 10 days. Unless you’ve had multiple areas treated, most patients are able to return to work after just two to three days. As for exercising, you’ll need to wait four to six weeks before continuing any rigorous exercises. Since the incisions are so tiny, scarring is kept very minimal and shouldn’t be noticeable after a few months.

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Schedule a Las Vegas Liposuction Consultation with Dr. Shah

Get more information about liposuction by scheduling a consultation with Signature Plastic Surgery today! Call (702) 684-5502 or fill out the email contact form below to reach our office. Our practice is located in Henderson and Las Vegas and serves the greater Las Vegas area.

FAQ

Las Vegas Liposuction

Price for liposuction can vary depending on the patient’s needs and number of areas. Please schedule a consultation with Dr. Shah for a quote.

Liposuction is a procedure to remove stubborn fat that will not go away despite exercising and weight loss. Liposuction can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia.

Patients should expect drainage of fluid after liposuction for the first 24 hrs. Patients may have some discomfort and pain. Patients can expect to have swelling and bruising.

Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure and over time as swelling subsides you may see some weight change.

I can safely remove 5 Liters of fat during one setting.

Liposuction is the removal of fat cells, and a tummy tuck is the removal of the excess skin and tightening of abdominal muscles. Liposuction and tummy tuck can be done together for better contouring.

Once fat cells are removed, they are gone forever. Patients can gain weight which causes the remaining fat cells to grow. Patients should maintain a healthy diet and fitness program.

Patients will begin to see results approximately 4-8 weeks after surgery, however, swelling can last about 4-12 months depending on the individual.

Recovery from liposuction takes approximately 1-2 weeks. Sutures will be removed in 7-10 days.

Patients should have a nonabsorbent sheet on their mattress following a liposuction procedure because there can be some drainage after surgery.

Patients should not remove compression garments post-surgery. Compression garments should be worn 24/7 for 6-8 weeks after surgery.

Liposuction done under general anesthesia is not painful at all during the procedure. Liposuction under local anesthesia can have some discomfort as the numbing is administered.