The Body
Liposuction
Precision Sculpting. Refined Contour.
Precision Sculpting. Refined Contour.
Liposuction is the most precisely targeted tool in body contouring—capable of addressing localized fat deposits that persist despite disciplined diet and exercise. Dr. Schwartz approaches liposuction not merely as a volume extraction procedure, but as a refined sculpting discipline, evaluating each patient's underlying anatomy to determine where fat removal will create the most aesthetically harmonious result. At Edition Plastic Surgery, we view this as an artistic process where the goal is to enhance your natural silhouette, ensuring that true transformation remains subtle, graceful, and respectful of your body’s unique proportions.
To achieve these precise and even results, Dr. Schwartz utilizes a specialized combination of VASER ultrasonic technology and the Vibrasat Pro system. As the first surgeon in Dallas trained in VASER Hi Def, he uses ultrasonic energy to first emulsify fat deposits, allowing for a much gentler extraction process. By following this with Vibrasat’s oscillating cannulas, Dr. Schwartz can remove fat more thoroughly and with significantly less trauma to the surrounding tissues than traditional methods. This technical precision is essential for uncovering natural definition and ensuring a smoother, more comfortable recovery for our patients.
Ultimately, the difference between adequate and exceptional liposuction lies in the artistic judgment applied before the first incision. Every procedure Dr. Schwartz performs is a bespoke experience, rooted in a private consultation where we align on a clear vision for your results. At Edition, we believe that even the most advanced technology is only as effective as the surgeon’s eye and hand; our focus is always on providing a thoughtful, patient-centered experience that prioritizes your safety and sophistication, helping you move forward with a renewed sense of confidence.
At Edition, we view liposuction as a refined body contouring tool for those near their goal weight who wish to address stubborn, localized fat. Dr. Schwartz precisely treats areas including the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and submental region, evaluating each patient's fat distribution and skin quality. Our approach ensures a natural, balanced silhouette rather than simply a smaller one.
Dr. Schwartz employs the tumescent technique, which involves infiltrating the treatment area with a specialized solution of local anesthetic and epinephrine prior to fat removal. This method is essential for a premium result, as it minimizes bleeding and allows for greater surgical refinement. By causing the fat to become firm, it enables Dr. Schwartz to sculpt the tissue with exceptional predictability.
At Edition Plastic Surgery, Dr. Schwartz often utilizes a sophisticated combination of VASER ultrasonic technology and the Vibrasat Pro power-assisted system. By first emulsifying fat with ultrasound to uncover natural muscle definition—known as VASER Hi Def—and then gently removing it with vibrating cannulas, he can achieve a smoother, more athletic contour. This integrated approach results in significantly less trauma to the surrounding tissues for our patients.
To ensure a completely comfortable and safe environment, our team typically performs the procedure under general anesthesia, though local anesthesia with sedation may be used for limited areas. Dr. Schwartz makes very small, discreet incisions that are meticulously closed using dissolving sutures and surgical glue. This refined technique ensures you will not have to worry about the inconvenience of stitch removal during your recovery.
We often utilize liposuction as an excellent adjunct to procedures like a tummy tuck or mommy makeover, where it refines transition zones and creates a smooth, continuous flow. Additionally, Dr. Schwartz can purify and transfer this harvested fat to areas that benefit from volume, such as the breasts or buttocks. This allows our practice to provide a truly comprehensive transformation tailored to your specific anatomy.
Most of our patients are able to return to office-based work within three to seven days and can resume driving after one week. You will wear a specialized compression garment for three to four weeks to manage swelling and support your new contours as the tissues heal. Our team prioritizes this structured recovery phase to ensure the most precise and lasting aesthetic result for your surgery.
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All photographs are of actual Edition Plastic Surgery patients. Individual results may vary.
Liposuction is one of the faster recoveries in aesthetic surgery, though patience with the final result is important — swelling resolves gradually over several months.
Dr. Schwartz will evaluate your fat distribution, skin quality and elasticity, and discuss your goals. He will identify which areas will yield the most meaningful improvement and advise honestly where liposuction alone will be sufficient versus where skin excision may also be needed. You will leave with a clear, specific surgical plan.
Liposuction is typically performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. Operative time varies based on the number and extent of areas treated, from one to four hours. Small, inconspicuous incisions are placed in natural skin creases. You are discharged the same day wearing a compression garment.
Swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness in treated areas are normal and expected. The compression garment is worn continuously. Most patients are comfortably mobile within 24–48 hours, though activity is limited. A follow-up appointment is scheduled within the first week.
Desk work typically resumes within three to five days. Light exercise at two to three weeks. The compression garment is worn for four to six weeks to minimize swelling and support contour. Most patients see encouraging early results despite residual swelling — a sign of what is to come.
The final contour emerges gradually as swelling fully resolves over three to six months. The result is permanent in the treated areas — fat cells removed do not regenerate. Maintaining a stable weight preserves and protects the sculpted result long-term.
Liposuction is technically straightforward. What separates a beautiful result from a disappointing one is the surgeon's aesthetic judgment — knowing where to remove, where to leave, and how to create a result that looks natural at every angle. Dr. Schwartz brings the same meticulous artistic sensibility to every contouring procedure that defines the Edition approach.
Full Credentials →Liposuction is a contouring tool, not a weight loss procedure. The best outcomes occur in patients who understand this distinction and have realistic, specific goals.
Dr. Schwartz will give you an honest assessment of what liposuction can achieve for your specific anatomy — including whether a skin excision procedure would serve you better.
Answers to the questions Dr. Schwartz hears most often from liposuction patients.
Liposuction is an excellent option for men and women at a healthy, stable weight who struggle with stubborn fat resistant to diet and exercise. Dr. Schwartz looks for patients with good skin elasticity, as the procedure is designed to remove fat rather than tighten loose skin. At Edition, we emphasize that this is a tool for refinement and contouring, rather than a treatment for weight loss.
To achieve superior precision, Dr. Schwartz utilizes advanced technologies like the VASER ultrasonic system and Vibrasat Pro. By combining these, he can liquify unwanted fat before removing it more evenly and gently than traditional methods. This sophisticated approach allows Dr. Schwartz to uncover your natural muscle definition and create a more beautifully sculpted appearance with significantly less trauma to the surrounding tissues.
Most of our patients return to desk work within three to five days and can resume driving within a week. You may shower two days after surgery, but our team requires you to wear a compression garment for four to six weeks to manage swelling and ensure your skin conforms smoothly to your new contours. While light activity is encouraged early on, Dr. Schwartz recommends waiting three weeks before returning to a full exercise routine.
While you will see a visible change in your silhouette immediately, the refinement continues as swelling subsides. Our patients typically see about 75% of their final result at one month and 90% by the second month. The fat cells removed are permanently gone; however, maintaining a stable weight is essential to preserve your harmonious new proportions long-term.
Most of our patients describe the postoperative experience as mild to moderate discomfort, similar to the feeling of a strenuous workout. Because the VASER and Vibrasat tools Dr. Schwartz utilizes require less manual force than traditional instruments, there is usually less bruising and swelling, and our patients find they rarely require strong painkillers during their recovery.
This is a common point of confusion. Liposuction effectively removes fat but does not address loose skin or separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti). If you have good skin elasticity, liposuction alone may yield a beautiful result. However, if skin laxity or muscle separation is present, an abdominoplasty—which Dr. Schwartz often combines with liposuction—is necessary to achieve a flat, firm midsection.
The investment for liposuction varies based on the number of areas being treated and the complexity of your specific anatomy. During your private, bespoke consultation at Edition Plastic Surgery, Dr. Schwartz will craft a personalized surgical plan and provide a definitive fee quote. At our practice, we also offer various financing options to ensure your aesthetic goals are within reach.
Dr. Schwartz performs liposuction as a refined outpatient procedure at Edition Plastic Surgery, utilizing advanced VASER technology and carefully managed anesthesia to ensure one of the most manageable recovery profiles in aesthetic surgery. Most of our patients comfortably return to desk work within three to five days and resume driving within the first week as mobility increases and any initial discomfort subsides. While a specialized compression garment is worn for four to six weeks to support your new silhouette, Dr. Schwartz utilizes dissolving sutures to facilitate a return to your full exercise routine by the end of the third week. Throughout this transition, our patient concierge team provides bespoke aftercare guidance and close monitoring, ensuring you feel supported as your final, elegant proportions are realized.