Liposuction

Liposuction is a safe, minimally invasive surgery that removes unwanted fat from problem areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, and neck—offering a smoother, shapelier silhouette when diet and exercise aren’t enough.

Great candidates are healthy adults near their target weight who struggle with localized fat that resists lifestyle changes. Liposuction isn’t for weight loss but for contouring areas that bother you most.

Common areas include abdomen, flanks (“love handles”), thighs, arms, back, chest, chin, and neck. Dr. Rokosz tailors every procedure to your unique body and goals.

Most patients return to normal activity within 2 weeks. Expect some swelling and bruising—compression garments help with recovery. Results improve as swelling fades, revealing a slimmer, smoother shape.

Modern liposuction techniques, such as VASER or laser-assisted liposuction, can provide smoother results with less downtime. Dr. Rokosz uses advanced methods tailored to each patient’s needs for optimal outcomes.

For safety, liposuction typically removes 3-5 liters of fat per session. Dr. Rokosz prioritizes patient safety while achieving dramatic contouring results that look natural and proportionate.

Liposuction provides immediate, dramatic results through surgery, while CoolSculpting gradually reduces fat non-surgically. Dr. Rokosz can help determine which option best fits your goals and timeline.

Liposuction is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. This ensures a seamless, comfortable treatment process, free from pain and stress. After surgery, you will be able to take oral pain medications to help alleviate any soreness in the targeted areas.

Your procedure involves several visits to our office in San Antonio. In addition to your private consultation, preoperative visit, and surgery date, you will come back for a few follow-up sessions, allowing Dr. Rokosz to optimize your healing journey.

For the first several weeks, your results may be obscured by initial swelling and bruising. However, significant improvement emerges within a few months. Make sure to avoid weight fluctuations and follow your personalized aftercare plan.

Although liposuction is considered minimally invasive with tiny incisions, the cannula is used to remove fat over a larger area. Liposuction scars are typically very small (2-4 mm in length), and Dr. Rokosz carefully places these incisions in discreet, less noticeable areas whenever possible, such as in natural skin creases or along the bikini line. Most patients find their tiny scars are a small trade-off for the significant improvements in their body contour.

Brief, gentle walks are permitted right away after surgery, as they can help boost circulation and prevent clotting. Postpone strenuous workouts and heavy lifting for at least 4-6 weeks.

Most patients find they can travel within 7 to 10 days after liposuction in San Antonio. For longer, more involved trips that require flying internationally, wait 3 to 4 weeks.

All surgical procedures involve some risk. With liposuction, these may include:

• Infection or bleeding at the incision site
• Asymmetry, irregular contours, or skin discoloration.
• Abnormal scarring or poor wound healing.
• Numbness or changes in skin sensation.

Complications are rare, especially under the care of a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Rokosz, but they must be fully understood before surgery.

To choose the best plastic surgeon for liposuction in San Antonio, start by looking for an experienced provider with a proven track record of excellent results and strong patient satisfaction. Review each potential provider’s training background, board certifications, and areas of specialized expertise, and confirm American Board certification if applicable, along with patient testimonials and before-and-after photos. Next, schedule an in-person visit with your surgeon. This will help you determine if working together is a good fit. Dr. Rokosz invites you to book an initial consultation in Texas today to learn more about her caring, precision-oriented approach and get started on the road to a more youthful, sculpted appearance.