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Christopher K. Patronella

MD, FACS, FICS

713-799-9999

Unveil your body's natural form

Liposuction

 

 

 

For excellent liposuction results, turn to one of the best: Houston, Texas Plastic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Patronella, H Magazine "Top Doc" recipient for 7 years in a row. 

"Careful attention to shaping ideal contours should be the primary consideration for the plastic surgeon. While weight loss is a welcome result from liposuction, the overriding objective is not how much fat is removed, but how the fat is removed."

-Dr. Christopher Patronella

Resculpt Your Body Through Liposuction Surgery

It's one of the nation's top body contouring cosmetic surgery procedures for good reason: liposuction can dramatically slim and reshape areas of the body where diet and exercise have been ineffective at producing desired results. While large volume liposuction can remove up to 22 pounds of fat and tissue, most patients have liposuction on a smaller scale to recontour areas such as the abdomen, waist, thighs, hips, buttocks, arms, neck, legs, knees, and ankles. Most patients experience a loss of inches that results in a more attractive body contour and a greater sense of self-confidence.
 

Liposuction: Hips, Buttocks, Thighs

Many women elect to have liposuction on their hips, thighs, and buttocks to restore better proportions. These areas can be especially resistant to diet and exercise because of the high level of fat storing enzymes they contain to enable females to store fat during pregnancy. Dr. Patronella's goal is to shape the ideal curve proportions for the feminine form: a narrow waist that leads to a soft curve of the hips and shapely thighs.
 
This procedure is often performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) to restore a tight, smooth contour to the tummy through the removal of loose skin and the tightening of abdominal muscles that have been weakened as a result of pregnancy.
 

Waist Contouring for Men

For men, fat is often most resistant around the waist. which commonly results in the appearance of a "spare tire" or "love handles." Through liposuction, Dr. Patronella will restore a more athletic, V-shape to this area. To further enhance a masculine appearance, many men have waist contouring in conjunction with ab sculpting to create the appearance of a "six-pack" in the abdominal region.
 

The Finer Details: Liposuction of The Neck, Knees, and Ankles

By reducing bulk in the neck, knees, and ankles, a more refined look can be given to these areas. Definition can be enhanced between the neck and chin to create a more elegant curve. Many women are hesitant to wear skirts or shorts because they are self-conscious about having thick ankles or knees. Liposuction to these delicate areas will give the legs a more tapered, feminine appearance so that legs can be bared with confidence.
 

Tumescent Liposuction: Precise Body Contouring, Less Bruising, More Comfortable Recovery

Dr. Patronella utilizes the tumescent method of liposuction because of the precise sculpting it allows him to achieve. The sterile tumesced solution that is injected into fatty areas has the added advantage of minimizing bleeding and bruising. After making small, inconspicuous incisions, a thin, hollow cannula tube is inserted to suction out the undesired fatty tissue. Some patients choose to have liposuction performed in conjunction with fat grafting, whereby the removed fat is purified and reinjected into facial lines and folds to soften their appearance, or into the lips or buttocks for added volume.

A liposuction procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia in one to three hours, depending on the location and the amount of fat removed. 

Liposuction Recovery

Though bruising and swelling are commonly experienced after liposuction, this typically diminishes within 7-10 days. Patients will wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and to promote the proper healing and desired aesthetic results. Sutures are removed after a week, and most patients are able to return to work within five to seven days. Athletic activities can be resumed in approximately three weeks.

Schedule your liposuction consultation with Dr. Patronella by calling 713.799.9999.


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About Dr. Patronella

Dr. Patronella is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.

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As Dr. Patronella's patient coordinator for nearly 20 years, Eva Cadena will work with you to ensure that your experience is professional, courteous, and rewarding in every way.

Please call her with any questions you may have.

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Dr. P's office is in the centrally located Town & Country area of Houston

12727 Kimberly, Ste. 300
Houston, TX 77024 (Map)
1-877-707-2277
713-799-9999

 

 

Dr. Patronella has partnered with two local hotels: the Hotel Sorella and the Hilton Houston Westchase. Additionally, he has a corporate arrangement with a local town car company should you need transportation within the city.