High Definition Liposuction
Consultations offered at our three convenient locations in Austin, TX, San Antonio, TX and Westlake Hills, TX
High-definition (HD) liposuction is the art of enhancing the figure with precise liposuction techniques. (1) While standard liposuction removes fat, HD liposuction can help define the natural muscle tone and anatomical landmarks. (1) Surgeons can use these techniques to accentuate the abdominal muscles and other areas throughout the body. (1) High-definition liposuction is the evolution of liposuction to create a personalized and enhanced appearance.
Patients have a range of high-definition liposuction that allows them to personalize different degrees of definition that can help each individual achieve their aesthetic goals. This can range from a subtle athletic look to a full enhancement of their natural muscles. Total definition is another level of HD liposuction. It utilizes the combination of HD liposuction with fat grafting to further define the natural muscles and physique of the human body. The use of ultrasound-guided fat transfer has allowed precise placement of fat grafting to allow for the total definition of each muscle group.
At Austin Plastic Surgeon, our skilled and certified staff offers both total definition and HD liposuction procedures. The combination of HD liposculpting with total definition fat grafting allows for the precise sculpting of the body that results in a figure that appears both slimmer and more toned.
If you are not seeing the results you want from exercise and dieting, you can explore the option of HD liposuction during a personal consultation at one of our offices:
- Austin, TX: (512) 309-1218
- San Antonio, TX: (726) 215-7071
- West Lake Hills, TX: (512) 309-1218
Call the location of your choice to schedule a consultation today. You can also fill out our contact form if you would prefer.
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Before and After Photos
About HD Liposuction
HD liposuction is an advanced body contouring procedure that focuses on not just fat removal but also sculpting and defining the body’s underlying muscle structure. This surgical technique aims to enhance your body’s silhouette by creating precise contours that are not easily achievable through traditional liposuction methods. HD liposuction is particularly popular for patients seeking a look that highlights muscular definition and improved aesthetics in various areas such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and arms.
At Austin Plastic Surgeon, we use ultrasound technology to directly visualize the location of the muscles and how they would benefit from enhancement. We can also do etching as part of this procedure, which uses liposuction to define the relevant areas. Everyone has slight differences in their natural anatomy; our combination of ultrasound and etching allows the plastic surgeon to define the specific anatomy of each individual, making for more natural results.
VASER
Vibration amplification of sound energy at resonance (VASER) is a kind of ultrasonic technology that uses sound waves to target and break down fat in a more precise way. (2) Plastic surgeons can use VASER as a tool alongside liposuction to perform contouring fat removal. Unlike traditional liposuction methods, which use a suction technique alone, VASER technology enhances patient comfort and speeds up recovery times. Since the procedure focuses on specific areas of the body for fat removal, many patients notice desirable results while preserving other elements such as nerves and blood vessels. By targeting specific fat tissue, VASER liposuction efficiently protects the surrounding tissues from damage. (2)
Etching
Etching is the liposuction technique we use after VASER to define the natural edges of the musculature. With etching, your plastic surgeon can remove specific areas of fat along the edges of muscle groups. We can use small, specialized tubes called cannulas to suction out fat in the most precise way possible. (3) The result is a more toned appearance due to the enhanced emphasis on areas of muscle.
Degrees of Definition
Not all HD liposuction will look the same; the extent of the sculpting with VASER and etching will depend on the specific goals and body type of each patient. The degree of definition will also depend on the condition of the patient’s skin. At Austin Plastic Surgeon, we offer the following degrees of definition:
- Soft (Basic) Definition: As one of the most common types of HD liposuction, soft-definition liposuction will focus on the vertical contour lines of the abdominal muscles. This type of definition is the most tolerable to future weight and skin tone changes. This is a great option for both men and women who are looking for subtle but impactful definition in the abdominal area.
- Moderate Definition: Moderate definition includes the techniques of soft definition but features more enhancement of other muscle groups and further definition of the abdominal muscles. The abdominal muscles can be highlighted at the vertical edges, but also at the horizontal contours. This definition can help emphasize the “4 pack” or “6 pack” abdominal muscles that are associated with an athletic abdomen. Your plastic surgeon can also apply this concept to other muscle groups to achieve further muscle definition. It is important that patients understand that they have to lead a healthy lifestyle to maintain results from moderate definition, as well as have the proper skin tone so that transverse sculpting can be effective.
- Extreme Definition: This type of definition creates an overall more muscular and defined appearance to the body. Extreme definition not only uses etching and liposuction techniques to define muscle groups, but it also combines total definition fat transfer. Defining the muscle edges with liposculpting and enhancing the muscles themselves with fat grafting gives the patient emphasized muscle definition. This degree of definition is for patients who have a healthy lifestyle and will maintain a stable weight. The most common candidates for extreme definition are men, but it can also be effective for women who want a more muscular physique.
Benefits
The way that HD liposuction combines VASER and etching liposuction techniques can create a more defined and athletic appearance. If you are not seeing the results you want even after adhering to an exercise and diet regimen, HD liposuction can help address precise areas of fat that might not be reacting to targeted exercise. HD liposuction also gives the patient a range of options to create the most effective athletic aesthetic shape. Surgeons manipulate fat removal with meticulous care, achieving uniquely tailored outcomes to suit individual body shapes.
Candidates
Several groups of patients are great candidates for HD liposuction and total definition. We often see the following characteristics in people who are candidates for this procedure:
- Have good skin tone and a stable weight
- Want to improve their overall shape and muscular definition
- Have not achieved the results they desire with exercise and dieting
- Want natural-looking results
- Are in good physical and emotional health
- Understand how weight changes can affect long-term results
- Have realistic expectations
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Personal Consultation
Before your procedure, you will schedule a personal consultation at our Austin, San Antonio, or West Lake Hills locations. During this consultation, we will consider your medical history and order a physical evaluation in order to determine the best treatment for you. If you are looking for a long-lasting way to reach your aesthetic goals, schedule your personal consultation today by calling the location nearest you:
- Austin, TX: (512) 309-1218
- San Antonio, TX: (726) 215-7071
- West Lake Hills, TX: (512) 309-1218
You can also fill out our contact form to find out more about HD liposuction.
Preparation
Your Austin Plastic Surgeon will provide you with detailed instructions about how to prepare for an HD liposuction procedure. These guidelines will most likely include:
- Adjusting your medication regimen according to your surgeon’s recommendations
- Refraining from smoking a few weeks before your procedure
- Planning to take some time off work to rest
- Arranging for a ride home from your appointment
- Avoiding medications and supplements that might thin the blood (2)
Procedure
The high-definition liposuction procedure will be performed at the surgery center under general anesthesia. We can perform HD liposuction as a standalone procedure or alongside other procedures like a Brazilian Butt Lift or a Mommy Makeover.
The procedure usually follows the following steps:
- We define and locate the muscles with ultrasound for precision.
- We use the suction-assisted fat equalization (SAFE) liposuction method: We inject tumescent fluid into the areas where we will perform liposuction. We use a special basket cannula to deliver the tumescent fluid. (3)
- We use VASER to treat the area. The sound-wave treatment allows for more control when contouring the body. VASER disrupts some of the connections in the fat to the surrounding tissues, allowing us to extract it with greater ease. (2)
- With liposuction, we remove variable amounts of fat to highlight the natural physique of the individual. This is when we use special cannulas (tubes) to create the level of definition desired by the patient. (3)
- If HD liposuction is combined with total definition, we then do fat transfer; using the fat we extracted with liposuction, we move it into specific areas to accentuate them.
- We complete contouring with SAFE liposuction by using the special basket cannula without suction.
Everyone’s needs and desires as they apply to HD liposuction are different. The amount of time that the procedure takes depends on the number of areas that are being treated. In general, the procedure takes about an hour for each body part. The overall procedure time varies depending on the number of areas that we sculpt during the surgery.
Recovery
Patients can typically return to work a week and a half after the procedure. However, the recovery timeline is different for each patient and reflects the specifics of their personalized treatment plan. Patients may experience bruising, swelling, and discomfort. (3) However, it is good to get up and walk around during your recovery to get healthy blood flowing throughout the body. Your plastic surgeon will let you know what kind of medications are okay to take while you heal from HD liposuction. We will help you schedule follow-up appointments during your recovery so we can check on your progress and ensure that you are healing well.
Results
HD liposuction is an incredible advancement in liposculpting that can result in a more defined muscle tone. By combining liposuction with fat grafting, we can make muscles stand out even more. These techniques can be used in a variety of areas such as the abdomen, chest, shoulders, back, legs, and buttocks. We refer to one particular version of total definition as the Gladiator Package; we can use HD liposuction and fat grafting the abdomen, chest, and shoulders to give these areas muscular, athletic appearances.
Thanks to these precise techniques and the attention to detail carried out by your plastic surgeon, HD liposuction can provide you with results that look natural. It can take several weeks for patients to see the final results of their liposuction procedure. (3)
Corresponding & Complementary Procedures
Brazilian Butt Lift
A Brazilian Butt Lift is a procedure that contours and improves the shape and size of the buttocks using fat transfer. This procedure can complement the newly defined muscles achieved by the HD liposuction techniques.
Tummy Tuck
A Tummy Tuck is a body contouring procedure that focuses on removing excess skin from the abdomen. We can combine this procedure with HD liposuction in order to achieve a more complete contour and a flatter, more toned midsection.
Renuvion or BodyTite
Skin tightening procedures in Austin are often combined with HD liposuction and total definition as this can provide further sculpting and tighter skin around the newly defined muscles. Renuvion and BodyTite, which both use radiofrequency energy to help tighten the skin, are encouraged in any patient with mild-to-moderate skin laxity wanting to enhance their overall appearance.
Muscle-Building with EMSCULPT
EMSCULPT is an innovative non-surgical procedure designed to help individuals achieve their fitness goals through muscle toning and fat reduction. By utilizing advanced technology known as High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy, EMSCULPT effectively stimulates muscle contractions beyond what traditional exercise can achieve. This treatment is particularly popular among those who are looking to improve muscle tone in areas such as the abdomen and buttocks without the need for surgical intervention.
Find out more about our Muscle Membership Program!
Cost of High-Definition Liposuction in Austin
The cost of your HD liposuction procedure will depend on several factors, such as the degree of definition you choose, whether or not you are combining this procedure with others, and more. In order to get a better understanding of what HD liposuction could cost you, please visit any of our locations for a personal consultation:
- Austin, TX: (512) 309-1218
- San Antonio, TX: (726) 215-7071
- West Lake Hills, TX: (512) 309-1218
Call the location that is most convenient for you to schedule a consultation today. You can also fill out our contact form if you have additional questions about pricing.
References
- Hoyos A, Millard J. VASER-assisted high-definition liposculpture. Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 2007;27(6):594-604. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asj.2007.08.007
- Ruff PG, Garcia O, Nykiel M, Galanis CJ. Consensus-based Recommendations for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance Ultrasound-assisted Liposuction. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. 2023;11(7):e5110-e5110. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/gox.0000000000005110
- Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/
