Body Contouring in Sugar Land, TX
Residents of Sugar Land, Texas, and Houston, Texas rely on Dr. David Stapenhorst for the highest quality care in Body Contouring. Body Contouring refers to a range of procedures used by Dr. Stapenhorst to improve the tone and overall appearance of the body. For an individual patient, Dr. Stapenhorst may recommend one or more Body Contouring procedure. Body Contouring is also used to help patients who have experienced massive weight loss. When obese patients lose significant amounts of weight, the skin does not have the elasticity needed to “snap” back into place. As a result, these patients have a significant volume of sagging skin.
What are the most common types of Body Contouring procedures performed by Dr. David Stapenhorst?
Dr. Stapenhorst uses Body Contouring procedures to improve the appearance of the neck, upper arms, breasts, abdomen, back, hips, thighs and buttocks. Some of the most requested procedures are tummy tucks, thigh lifts, arm lifts, buttock lifts and liposuction. Other popular procedures include breast augmentations and breast reductions for women. Men who suffer from gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts, rely on Dr. David Stapenhorst for their male breast reduction procedures.
What happens during the Body Contouring procedures with Dr. Stapenhorst?
Body Contouring procedures require the use of general anesthesia. Liposuction is performed by using a small tube and suction to remove stubborn fat deposits. Dr. Stapenhorst may recommend liposuction in conjunction with other Body Contouring procedures.
For tummy tucks and lifts, Dr. Stapenhorst uses the existing muscle structure to give the patient a more toned appearance. Excess skin and fat are removed during lift procedures.
Do Body Contouring procedures last a long time?
With proper diet and exercise, patients who receive Body Contouring procedures from Dr. David Stapenhorst enjoy the results for many years.
How long does it take to recover from Body Contouring procedures?
The recovery time for Body Contouring procedures varies depending on the type and extent of the procedure. Dr. Stapenhorst advises his patients that recovery could take several weeks or even months. During the recovery period, patients must limit their activities as required by Dr. Stapenhorst.
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