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Traditional Liposuction, SmartLipo®, and VASER Liposuction in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada

Targeted fat reduction can help you achieve the body contour you’ve always desired, particularly if diet and exercise have proven ineffective on specific areas. Our Las Vegas liposuction specialists offer a variety of liposuction options at our state-of-the-art practice. To provide you with the best care and results possible, board-certified surgeons Dr. Hankins and Dr. Sohn are trained in the most advanced techniques available, including ultrasonic-assisted liposuction (UAL) and laser lipolysis.

For more information about the types of liposuction available at our cosmetic surgery practice, please follow the links below or contact our office today. We can answer your questions or help you schedule a consultation.

What Is Liposuction?

Liposuction is an outpatient body contouring procedure that is designed to remove fat deposits from targeted areas like the hips, abdomen, or thighs. Liposuction can be performed to remove fat cells on virtually any area of the body to help sculpt and create a more flattering silhouette. Liposuction may also be performed for breast reduction or as a treatment for gynecomastia (male breast growth). Many types of liposuction are now available, including traditional tumescent liposuction, laser liposuction, and ultrasonic liposuction, and each offers unique benefits for the ideal candidate.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

If you are bothered by stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise, liposuction may be able to help you achieve your cosmetic goals. The liposuction procedure is not a method of weight loss or treatment for obesity, although it may allow you to reduce excess fat in “trouble” areas after you have reached your goal weight. Liposuction is also not a treatment for cellulite. Patients considering liposuction should be in good general health and have realistic expectations for the outcomes. During the initial consultation, our plastic surgeons will discuss your concerns and goals to arrive at a customized treatment plan.

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Your Liposuction Consultation

The best way to determine if liposuction fat removal is right for you, and to get answers to any questions about liposuction is to schedule a consultation appointment. During your initial consultation, Dr. Hankins or Dr. Sohn will assess your medical history and health as well as discuss your cosmetic goals and time constraints in order to explain which liposuction techniques may be suited to you. Each patient at our practice receives a personalized treatment plan that is optimized to achieve their desired results in the safest and most effective way possible.

Planning Your Liposuction Procedure*

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Average Procedure Time:
1 – 4 hours

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Average Recovery Time:
1 – 2 weeks

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Post-Op Consultation:
8 weeks

*Your treatment plan at Hankins & Sohn Plastic Surgery Associates will be customized to meet your needs and your individual experience will vary depending on a number of factors. All information provided on this page is an estimate of typical time and cost and does not represent an offer or guarantee of pricing or availability. Please schedule a consultation appointment to discuss which options may apply to you.

Traditional Liposuction

Medically referred to as tumescent liposuction, traditional liposuction uses a tube called a cannula to physically break up excess fat and remove fat cells via suction. This type of liposuction can be used on a wide range of targeted areas, and it may be the best approach for certain types of fatty tissue. Traditional liposuction may be performed under local or general anesthesia or mild sedation. During your consultation, Dr. Hankins or Dr. Sohn will inform you if they recommend this technique, and they will explain how it can optimize your results.

Recovery From Liposuction

Following your fat removal procedure, you should be able to return home the same day. Bruising, swelling, and tenderness in the treated area is normal, and we can provide prescription medication to help manage your pain. In many cases, you should be able to return to regular activity, depending on how strenuous your day-to-day duties are, in approximately seven days. If you combine liposuction with another cosmetic procedure, such as tummy tuck surgery or breast lift, your recovery may be extended.

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Liposuction Results

Dr. Hankins and Dr. Sohn are dedicated to delivering Liposuction results that are personalized to meet each patient’s expectations. We will work with you to understand your vision and deliver natural-looking results that are as subtle or dramatic as you desire.

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SmartLipo®

SmartLipo® utilizes laser energy to help melt and remove fat cells, reduce bruising, and firm the skin all at once. Often performed under local anesthesia, SmartLipo® can reduce the amount of downtime associated with liposuction, allowing as little as two-to-three days off from work. Since the laser-assisted liposuction procedure can be completed while you are awake, it may be more cost effective than other modalities, depending on your unique treatment plan. Additionally, laser liposuction can help to tighten skin and improve skin elasticity, unlike traditional liposuction.

SmartLipo® Liposuction Procedure

Smartlipo® is a three-part operation. In the first phase, Dr. Hankins or Dr. Sohn will administer a diluted local anesthetic solution, which numbs the treatment area. The surgeon then uses the SmartLipo® device to gently heat the skin, melt fat, and cause tissue coagulation. Tissue coagulation can help to minimize swelling and bruising. Once the fatty tissue is softened, cannulas (small tubes) will be used to remove the fat and contour the treatment area. During your initial consultation, Dr. Hankins or Dr. Sohn will determine how much tissue can be removed based on your needs and goals.

SmartLipo® Recovery

After the surgery, you will need to wear compression garments on the treated area for about six weeks. A few stitches will be needed to close the small incisions used for the cannulas, and these sutures will be removed after approximately one week. While everyone heals at a different rate, most patients can return to work and normal activity two-to-seven days after the procedure. You may begin exercising after seven days, or when your surgeon suggests it is safe to do so. *You should see significant enhancement in your body contour after about three or four weeks, with full effects visible after six months.

*Individual Results May Vary

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VASER® LipoSelection®

LipoSelection® by VASER® is an innovative system that utilizes ultrasonic waves to break up and liquefy excess fat in a targeted area without harming surrounding tissue. This lipoplasty technique is designed to achieve smooth, consistent results with less discomfort, bruising, and swelling than traditional tumescent liposuction. Additionally, it’s possible to contour smaller regions of the body, such as the neck or the ankles, removing a smaller amount of fat with great precision and natural-looking results. VASERlipo® can be performed using either local or general anesthesia, and your surgeon will determine which option better suits your treatment plan during your initial consultation.

VASER® LipoSelection® Recovery

After the procedure, you will have to wear compression garments for a short period of time to help achieve the desired result. Recovery following VASERlipo® will vary depending on your unique rate of healing, but some patients can return to work and light activity within a couple of days. It’s important to avoid strenuous activity for at least two-to-three weeks, or as long as your surgeon recommends. *You should notice immediate improvement in the treated area, and your results will continue to improve over the next three-to-four months.
*Individual Results May Vary

Frequently Asked Questions About Liposuction

 

  • What Happens if I Gain Weight After Liposuction Surgery?

    Some minor fluctuations in weight are normal and should not affect your results; however, if more substantial weight gain occurs, you may experience changes in your body contour. The body fat may return to the treated areas, develop in an untreated area, or both. Everyone’s response to this event is unique. We recommend patients try to maintain a stable weight through diet and exercise. In fact, clinical studies show that exercising regularly after liposuction is important in order to maintain healthy fat distribution.1 In the event of weight gain, we may be able to address the concerns with a second procedure, if desired.

  • What Do Liposuction Scars Look Like?

    The fatty tissue is removed from the body using fine cannulas, or tubes, so the incisions are relatively small. The number and location of the incisions will depend on which areas you are treating. Most patients heal very well after this surgical procedure and the scars are usually unnoticeable, particularly under clothes. We take great care to minimize the visibility of scars and marks so you can be as comfortable and confident in the results as possible.

  • How Much Does Liposuction Cost?

    The price of liposuction will vary from person to person depending on their personalized treatment plan. Factors like the size of the area being treated, number of treated areas, and amount of tissue being removed will play a role, and we will go over all the details at your initial consultation. We believe you should have all the pertinent information at hand to make the best decision for you, which is why we will provide a detailed overview of all anticipated costs and answer any questions you might have. If you would like to consider plastic surgery financing to help pay for the procedure, we work with a number of reputable agencies that offer affordable rates to eligible applicants.

  • Are There Health Risks Associated With Liposuction?

    Any surgical procedure carries some risk of complications or side effects. Liposuction is the second most popular cosmetic procedure in the U.S.3 Potential risks include bleeding, infection, blood clots, fluid accumulation, change in sensation, contour irregularities, and the risks associated with general anesthesia.4 The highly experienced surgeons at Hankins & Sohn adhere to the highest patient safety standards.

  • Are There Alternatives to Liposuction?

    If you are not a candidate for a liposuction procedure or prefer a minimally invasive option to address excess body fat we offer a range of non-surgical body contouring techniques, including CoolSculpting. You cannot achieve the same degree of fatty tissue reduction using these methods as you would with liposuction; however, they can be useful in reducing the size of “trouble” spots on many areas of the face and body without the downtime associated with surgery. We can discuss these treatments during your first meeting as well.

Why Choose Hankins & Sohn for Liposuction in Las Vegas?

We recognize that choosing a liposuction surgeon can be a stressful process. We want to provide you with the information you need to feel empowered in your decision. Patients choose our Las Vegas practice for liposuction for a variety of reasons, including:

If you have additional questions about liposuction, or if you would like to schedule a consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons, please contact our office today.

1  Benatti F, Solis M, Artioli G, et al. Liposuction Induces a Compensatory Increase of Visceral Fat Which Is Effectively Counteracted by Physical Activity: A Randomized Trial. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Volume 97, Issue 7, 1 July 2012, Pages 2388–2395, https://doi.org/10.1210/jc.2012-1012

2 American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Liposuction. Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/liposuction/cost Accessed November 26, 2019

3  American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 2018 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report. Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/News/Statistics/2018/plastic-surgery-statistics-full-report-2018.pdf Accessed November 26, 2019.

4 Mayo Clinic. Liposuction. Available: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/liposuction/about/pac-20384586 Accessed November 26, 2019.

This content has either been authored or reviewed and approved by the doctors at Hankins & Sohn Plastic Surgery Associates.