Liposuction

Sculpt your ideal silhouette with advanced body contouring techniques.

Dr. Saiqa Khan, MD, FACS, removes stubborn fat deposits and creates beautiful body contours using state-of-the-art liposuction methods that deliver smooth, natural-looking results while enhancing your overall body proportions.

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About Liposuction

Liposuction removes localized fat deposits that resist diet and exercise to create improved body contours and proportions. Dr. Khan specializes in high-definition body contouring with etching, which not only eliminates unwanted fat but also sculpts and defines your natural curves and muscle contours for a more balanced, attractive silhouette. Tip: Harvested fat can also be used in autologous fat transfer procedures, typically breast augmentation, BBL, face and hands.

Advanced Techniques:
  • Tumescent Liposuction – Gold standard technique using local anesthesia for safety and precision
  • Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) – Gentle vibration technology for smoother fat removal
  • Skin Tightening – Minimally invasive to contract and firm loose skin
Popular Treatment Areas:
  • Abdomen and waist for hourglass definition
  • Flanks (love handles) and back rolls
  • Thighs (inner, outer, front) for leg contouring
  • Arms and underarm areas
  • Neck and double chin elimination
  • Hips and buttocks for curve enhancement
Body Sculpting Benefits:
  • Fat Reduction – Permanent removal of targeted fat cells
  • Contour Enhancement – Creates smoother, more defined body lines
  • Proportion Improvement – Balances overall body silhouette
  • Confidence Boost – Better clothing fit and body satisfaction
Combination Possibilities:
  • Brazilian Butt Lift – Uses harvested fat for natural buttock enhancement
  • Mommy Makeover – Integrates with tummy tuck and breast procedures
  • 360-Degree Contouring – Comprehensive torso sculpting for dramatic transformation

Dr. Khan carefully evaluates your body composition, fat distribution, and aesthetic goals to design a liposuction plan that creates beautiful, proportionate results.

Advanced Techniques:
  • Tumescent Liposuction – Gold standard technique using local anesthesia for safety and precision
  • Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) – Gentle vibration technology for smoother fat removal
Popular Treatment Areas:
  • Abdomen and waist for hourglass definition
  • Flanks (love handles) and back rolls
  • Thighs (inner, outer, front) for leg contouring
  • Arms and underarm areas
  • Neck and double chin elimination
  • Hips and buttocks for curve enhancement
Body Sculpting Benefits:
  • Fat Reduction – Permanent removal of targeted fat cells
  • Contour Enhancement – Creates smoother, more defined body lines
  • Proportion Improvement – Balances overall body silhouette
  • Confidence Boost – Better clothing fit and body satisfaction
Combination Possibilities:
  • Brazilian Butt Lift – Uses harvested fat for natural buttock enhancement
  • Mommy Makeover – Integrates with tummy tuck and breast procedures
  • 360-Degree Contouring – Comprehensive torso sculpting for dramatic transformation

Dr. Khan carefully evaluates your body composition, fat distribution, and aesthetic goals to design a liposuction plan that creates beautiful, proportionate results.

Why Patients Choose Liposuction

Individuals seek liposuction to address persistent problem areas that don't respond to healthy lifestyle efforts:

  • Eliminating stubborn fat pockets that resist diet and exercise
  • Creating better body proportions and a balanced silhouette
  • Addressing genetic predisposition to fat storage in specific areas
  • Improving clothing fit and enhancing wardrobe confidence
  • Achieving body contouring goals before special events or life changes
  • Enhancing results from weight loss efforts and fitness routines
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"Dr. Khan sculpted away the stubborn areas that no amount of exercise could touch. My waist is defined, my thighs don't rub together, and I finally have the body shape I've always worked toward."— Jessica T.

The Empowered Approach

Artistic Contouring

Dr. Khan approaches liposuction as a form of body sculpture, creating smooth transitions and natural curves that enhance your inherent beauty and proportions.

Advanced Techniques

Benefit from the latest liposuction innovations that provide more precise fat removal, better skin tightening, and faster recovery times.

Procedure Safety

Experience the highest safety standards with the tumescent technique, careful patient selection, and comprehensive monitoring throughout your procedure.

Comprehensive Planning

Receive treatment that considers your entire silhouette to ensure harmonious results that complement your body type and lifestyle goals.

Your Consultation Experience

Your body transformation begins with a comprehensive evaluation with Dr. Khan. During this appointment, you'll discuss:

  • Your specific areas of concern and body contouring goals
  • Assessment of fat distribution, skin quality, and muscle tone
  • Technique recommendations based on your anatomy and desired outcomes
  • Realistic expectations for fat removal and contour improvement
  • Recovery timeline and activity restrictions during healing
  • Integration with other procedures for comprehensive body transformation
What to bring:
  • List of current medications and supplements
  • Medical history including previous surgeries or medical conditions
  • Comfortable clothing for examination
  • Photos of desired body shape (optional)
  • Questions about technique options and expected results
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Liposuction FAQ

Safe liposuction typically removes 3-5 liters (6-11 pounds) of fat in a single session, though the exact amount depends on your body size, health status, and treatment areas. Dr. Khan prioritizes safety over maximum volume removal, focusing on creating smooth, natural contours rather than dramatic weight loss. Large volume liposuction (over 5 liters) requires special precautions and overnight monitoring. The goal is body contouring and proportion improvement, not significant weight reduction. Patients should be within 30 pounds of their ideal weight for optimal results. Multiple areas can be treated simultaneously within safe limits, and some patients may benefit from staged procedures for extensive contouring. Dr. Khan evaluates your individual anatomy and goals to determine the safe, effective amount of fat removal that will achieve your desired results.
 Liposuction provides immediate, dramatic fat reduction through surgical removal, while non-surgical treatments, such as CoolSculpting, offer gradual, modest improvements over several months. Liposuction can remove significant amounts of fat (3-5 liters) in a single session with immediate visible results, while non-surgical methods typically reduce fat by 20-25% per treatment area over 2-3 months. Liposuction works on all body areas and fat types, whereas non-surgical treatments are limited to specific areas and fat characteristics. Surgical liposuction requires downtime and recovery, but provides permanent fat cell removal and dramatic contouring. Non-surgical options have no downtime but require multiple sessions and provide subtle improvement. Dr. Khan helps you choose the best approach based on your goals, timeline, and desired level of improvement.
Liposuction results evolve over 3-6 months as swelling subsides and skin contracts. Initial results are visible immediately after surgery, though swelling obscures final contours. Weeks 2-4: Most swelling reduces, allowing you to see significant improvement. Months 2-3: Continued swelling reduction reveals more defined contours. Months 3-6: Final results emerge as all swelling resolves and skin tightens to new contours. Factors affecting the timeline include the amount of fat removed, the number of areas treated, your healing characteristics, and compliance with post-operative care. Compression garments, lymphatic massage, and following activity restrictions help optimize results and reduce swelling. Most patients are thrilled with their appearance by 6-8 weeks, though subtle improvements continue. The fat cells removed are permanently eliminated, ensuring long-lasting results with stable weight maintenance.
Skin tightening after liposuction depends on factors such as your age, skin quality, the amount of fat removed, and the technique used. Patients with good skin elasticity (typically under 40-45) often experience significant natural skin contraction over 3-6 months. Advanced techniques, such as VASER and laser-assisted liposuction, promote additional skin tightening through the application of heat energy. However, patients with poor skin elasticity, a history of significant weight loss, or large-volume fat removal may require additional skin tightening procedures. Dr. Khan evaluates your skin quality during consultation and may recommend combining liposuction with procedures like a tummy tuck for optimal results. Factors that improve skin tightening include being younger, maintaining good overall health, not smoking, following a proper diet, and adhering to post-operative care instructions, including the use of a compression garment and gradually increasing activity levels.
Liposuction costs in the Sugar Land and greater Houston area typically range from $4,000 to $12,000, depending on the number of areas treated, the technique used, the amount of fat removed, and the surgical complexity. Single area liposuction generally costs $4,000-$6,000, while multiple areas range $8,000-$12,000. Factors affecting price include specific body areas treated (the abdomen costs more than the arms), advanced techniques such as VASER or laser-assisted methods, the surgical time required, and facility fees. Large-volume or 360-degree liposuction typically costs more due to its increased complexity and time requirements. At Empowered Plastic Surgery, our comprehensive fee includes pre-surgical consultations, surgical facility fees, anesthesia services, all surgical supplies, post-operative compression garments, and follow-up care. We offer financing through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit, with 0% interest options and payment plans of up to 60 months, making body contouring more affordable.
Liposuction can effectively treat almost any area where stubborn fat accumulates. Popular areas include the abdomen and waist for hourglass definition, flanks (love handles) and back for a smooth silhouette, thighs (inner, outer, front) for leg contouring, arms and bra line for upper body sculpting, and neck/chin for facial definition. Less common but effective areas include knees, ankles, calves, male chest (gynecomastia), and pubic area. The key is having adequate fat deposits and good skin elasticity for optimal results. Some areas, like the abdomen, may benefit from combining liposuction with other procedures likea tummy tuck for comprehensive improvement. Dr. Khan evaluates each area individually to determine if liposuction alone will achieve your goals or if additional procedures would provide better results. Multiple areas can often be treated simultaneously for comprehensive body contouring and transformation.

Your Investment

Liposuction is an investment in your body confidence and long-term satisfaction with your silhouette. At Empowered Plastic Surgery, our comprehensive fee includes:

  • Pre-surgical consultations and body contouring analysis
  • Surgical facility fees at our accredited surgery center
  • Anesthesia services
  • All surgical procedures in your customized combination
  • Post-operative garments
  • All follow-up appointments

Body Transformation Value – Liposuction provides exceptional value through:

  • Permanent fat cell removal that maintains results with stable weight
  • Immediate and dramatic body contouring improvement
  • Enhanced clothing fit and wardrobe confidence
  • Foundation for comprehensive body transformation when combined with other procedures
Financing Options

We partner with CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit, and PatientFi to offer flexible payment plans with:

  • 0% interest options for qualified applicants
  • Extended payment terms up to 60 months
  • Quick online application process

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