SA Body Sculpture (Liposuction Alternative)

What is SA Body Sculpture Procedure? - SA Body Sculpture uses a modified combination treatment solution. This is an advanced technique of permanently removing excess fat deposits in areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. It is called tumescent (which means “to swell”) because Dr. Houston fills and swells the fatty areas to be removed with large volumes of special solution before the procedure. This solution completely numbs the area due to the effect of local anesthetic, therefore general anesthesia or heavy intravenous sedation is not required. At the same time, a substance called epinephrine constricts the blood vessels, reducing bleeding to negligible amounts. Fatty deposits are then removed using small straw-like tubes called cannulas connected to a large bulb type syringe. It is called bodysculpture because Dr. Houston is able to artistically sculpt the body into a new shape using delicate instruments. Besides the obvious increased safety of the procedure being performed totally under local anesthesia there are other significant benefits. You can cooperate with Dr. Houston by changing position so the areas can be more easily seen and multiple areas can be treated during the same session. Plus the finer instruments that are used in the tumescent bodysculpture technique allow Dr. Houston to target specific areas with accuracy and control never before possible.
Is SA BodySculpture Painful? - There is minimal discomfort during the administration of the anesthetic. Prior to the start of the procedure you are given oral medication to relax and make you more comfortable. The procedure itself causes only minimal discomfort and many patients compare it to a deep massage. The anesthetic effect usually lasts about 24 hours.
How much fat can be removed? - Up to 4 liters in one session.

Who is a good candidate for SA Body Sculpture? - People who are generally in good shape, but have localized, resistant areas of fat are ideal for this procedure. It is also common to treat overweight patients. Patients just need to have realistic expectations.
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What areas can be treated? - Almost any area on the body where there is fat. The most common areas for women include the abdomen, waist, thighs, hips, buttocks, arms and knees. In men, the most commonly treated areas include the "love handles", abdomen and breasts. Fat Transfer can also be done for buttock enhancement.

Will fat come back? - Once taken out, the fat cells do not grow back. All of the fat cells are never removed with the procedure. Therefore there is the possibility for the ones left behind to expand a little if you gain weight after your procedure.

Risk of any surgery - As with any procedure, bodysculpture has certain common side effects such as bruising, swelling and temporary numbness. Although irregularities of the skin are possible following the procedure this is minimized with the micro-cannulas used. Because of the slow resolution of post-surgical swelling, the ultimate results following bodysculpture surgery may not become fully apparent for 12-16 weeks. Nevertheless, patients usually see a noticeable improvement within three to four weeks after the surgery.

Do you offer a free consultation for the SA Body Sculpture? - Yes, and to find out if you are a candidate for SA Bodysculpture, call our patient services representative at (904) 388 - 8844, or use our contact form and we will call you to schedule a consultation
Please note, a $75 charge is required at the time of the initial consult, however this will be deducted from the total price if you decide to have the procedure, thereby making the consult free. This has been instutied to eliminate "no shows" and as a "perk" for those discerning patients choosing to have this wonderful enhancement procedure done
Dr. Houston is a member of the Pure Lipo network of Physicians.
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