Liposuction
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Are you struggling with stubborn fat that refuses to budge, no matter how clean you eat or how hard you work out? Liposuction at Strock Plastic Surgery in Fort Worth, TX, offers a powerful way to reshape your body by removing targeted fat pockets for smoother, leaner contours. This proven procedure helps you refine your physique, not just reduce your size.
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What Is Liposuction?

Dr. Louis Strock offers liposuction in Fort Worth as a body contouring procedure and an essential part of surgeries that transfer fat to other parts of the breast, body, or face. Liposuction can be an excellent treatment option if you are in good overall health but have isolated areas of fat.

Lipo can help with fat removal and improve the soft tissue contours of several areas, including the abdomen, back, buttocks, waist, arms, chin, inner and outer thighs, and neck. It can be used as a technique during several contouring procedures, including gynecomastia surgery (for oversized male breasts) and the arm lift.

Individuals frustrated by pockets of fat that remain despite diet and exercise can request a consultation online to talk to Dr. Strock about whether lipo may be an appropriate treatment. Or feel free to call our office at 817-335-1616 to have a helpful staff member schedule an appointment.

Am I a Candidate?

Ideal candidates for lipo are individuals in good overall health with localized fat deposits that do not respond to lifestyle changes. An important consideration is a stable weight and a body mass index (BMI) within a healthy range. Lipo is not a weight-loss solution and is not recommended for those with significant medical conditions or unrealistic expectations.

Liposuction Preparation

Proper preparation for a liposuction procedure will help avoid complications. Dr. Strock will provide all the instructions to prepare effectively for your liposuction surgery, which typically includes these.

Stop consuming alcohol and tobacco

You will need to avoid alcohol and tobacco for some time before and after the liposuction surgery. Both drinking and smoking trigger inflammation and negatively affect the immune system. These can restrict rapid recovery from surgery and may also result in the development of complications.

Maintain a steady weight

Prior to your liposuction surgery, your body mass index (BMI) will be assessed. Liposuction will not be performed if it is higher than what’s considered optimal for the procedure. That’s why you must maintain a steady weight leading up to the day of the surgery. You should do it through a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Make arrangements for domestic help

Depending on the extent of your liposuction, you may be restricted from resuming your regular activities for a week or two. Because of this, if you have domestic responsibilities and/or have children to take care of, you must arrange help in advance for the recovery period. Also, arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure.

Personalizing Your Procedure

Liposuction is usually performed under general anesthesia. During the procedure, Dr. Strock makes small, discreet incisions and inserts a cannula, a thin tube used to break up and suction out fat. The surgery typically lasts between one and three hours and is performed on an outpatient basis.

Both conventional and ultrasonic liposuction methods use a modified “tumescent” or superwet technique. It involves Dr. Strock using large amounts of diluted local anesthetic solution to pretreat the fatty deposits before surgical removal. Most lipo procedures, other than small areas, are performed under general anesthesia to allow for safe monitoring and position changes intraoperatively that allow for optimal results.

Liposuction is often combined with breast enhancement or other body contouring procedures. Recent technological advances have allowed for the possibility of using the fat removed during lipo to add volume elsewhere, most commonly to the breast or face.

View our full list of body procedures for body contouring solutions beyond liposuction.

The Liposuction Healing Process

Liposuction recovery is a gradual process that is key to achieving your best results. Dr. Strock will provide personalized aftercare instructions to guide your recovery and reduce the risk of complications.

Expect mild swelling, bruising, and soreness in the first few days. A compression garment should be worn for about four weeks to support healing, minimize swelling, and help your skin conform to your new shape.

Most patients can return to light activities within a week and resume more strenuous tasks, including exercise, after four to six weeks. To support optimal healing, stay hydrated, eat nutritious meals, avoid smoking, and follow all post-op instructions closely.

Benefits of Liposuction

Liposuction offers more than just a slimmer look. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Targeted fat reduction – Removes stubborn fat from areas like the abdomen, thighs, hips, back, arms, and neck
  • Improved body proportions – Enhances your natural silhouette for a more balanced appearance
  • Lasting results – Fat cells removed during liposuction don’t grow back, making results long-lasting with a healthy lifestyle
  • Boosts clothing fit – Clothes tend to fit better and more comfortably
  • Personalized treatment – Can be combined with other procedures like a tummy tuck or body lift for comprehensive results

“nothing less than perfection”

“This team is absolutely incredible. I have been a patient of Dr. Strock for 8 years now and both procedures I have had done were nothing short of amazing. His staff is caring and super friendly. He is very patient, aims for and settles for nothing less than perfection.”

Liposuction Cost

When considering liposuction, price must be taken into account. The amount of fat to be removed, the size and location of the treatment areas, and the type of liposuction performed all affect liposuction costs in our Fort Worth, TX practice. CareCredit is available for financing.

About Dr. Strock

Dr. Louis L. Strock is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a national reputation for his experience and results in aesthetic surgery. He’s consistently ranked as one of Fort Worth’s top plastic surgeons and is known for his advanced, minimally invasive techniques that reduce downtime while maximizing results.

Located in the heart of Fort Worth’s medical district, Strock Plastic Surgery offers a modern, comfortable setting designed around your privacy and care.

Dr. Strock is supported by a highly trained staff dedicated to delivering personalized care from consultation through recovery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When performed by a qualified surgeon like Dr. Strock, lipo is generally safe. As with any surgery, there are risks, but complications are rare.
The procedure usually takes one to three hours, depending on the areas treated. It's performed on an outpatient basis, allowing same-day discharge.
Discomfort is common post-surgery but manageable with prescribed medications. Most patients report improvement within a few days.
Results are long-lasting if a stable weight is maintained. Regular exercise and a healthy diet help preserve the new body contours.

Arrange Your Lipo Consultation

Take control of your shape with liposuction in Fort Worth at Strock Plastic Surgery. To get started with liposuction in Fort Worth at Strock Plastic Surgery, contact our office and schedule your consultation with Dr. Louis Strock. Get rid of that stubborn fat today!

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