Plano Liposuction

When diet and exercise are not producing the desired results, many men and women often turn to plastic surgery. At the West Plano Plastic Surgery Center, Ronald M. Friedman, M.D. offers liposuction surgery, a cosmetic procedure designed to help patients achieve slimmer, better-contoured shapes. At his surgical center, located on campus at the Presbyterian Hospital in Plano, liposuction patients may anticipate the utmost in personal care.

How is liposuction performed?

Although designed to eliminate stubborn, localized pockets of fat from various areas of the body, liposuction ("lipoplasty") is not a means of weight loss; rather it is a surgical technique used to improve body contour. The best candidates for this procedure have excess fat that does not respond to dieting and exercise, are at a relatively normal, stable weight, and have firm, elastic skin that can retract smoothly following the procedure. Liposuction is not designed to improve skin tone, and it will not reduce the appearance of dimpled skin (cellulite).

Irving liposuction surgeon Dr. Friedman prefers the "superwet" technique, which involves injecting a diluted fluid containing lidocaine (local anesthetic) and epinephrine (adrenaline) to the target area. He then uses a hollow metal tube ("cannula") that is attached to a vacuum source for the removal of unwanted fat. By moving the cannula back and forth in the target area, Dr. Friedman is able to remove pockets of unwanted fat. Patients may also benefit from Dr. Friedman's artistic background as a sculptor when undergoing liposuction in Plano, Texas.

Prospective Plano and Frisco liposuction patients often target the chin, arms, abdomen, hips, "love handles," thighs, and knees. Men who have enlarged breasts ("gynecomastia") may also benefit from liposuction. Dr. Friedman will recommend the most appropriate body contouring method for each patient. Liposuction is also frequently done in conjunction with "Mommy Makeover" surgery.

Irving, Frisco, and Plano liposuction surgery patient results may be viewed in before and after liposuction photos. Educational videos, patient testimonials, and the provided Q&As offer further insight on various procedures available at the West Plano Plastic Surgery Center.

Ronald M. Friedman, M.D. - Plano Liposuction Specialist

Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), Dr. Friedman is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons (TSPS), and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). He is the former Chief of Plastic Surgery at Parkland Memorial Hospital, and has earned multiple awards during his 15 years of experience. Dr. Friedman has been named "Best Plastic Surgeon" in D Magazine, a "Texas Super Doctor" by Texas Monthly magazine, and has made various media appearances, including multiple interviews by abcnews.com.

Those in the Frisco, Plano, and Irving areas interested in liposuction may schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation at either location, Plano or Flower Mound, by calling (469) 467-0100. Prospective patients may also fill out a contact form or send an e-mail.