Liposuction
Many people struggle with stubborn or isolated fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. If you cannot achieve the lean look you want despite a healthy lifestyle, liposuction could be the solution. Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S. because it can contour and sculpt the body, including the arms, back, stomach, breasts, flanks, hips, thighs, knees, and calves. It is also often performed in conjunction with other procedures, such as tummy tuck surgery or a facelift, where it may be used to eliminate a double chin.
Dr. Rukmini Rednam, a Houston liposuction specialist, is a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in a range of advanced liposuction techniques. Dr. Rednam uses her eye for detail and artistic hand to contour and reshape target areas, providing patients with the aesthetic results they desire.

How Liposuction Works
Liposuction delivers visible results quickly, often with minimal downtime. To prioritize your safety, Dr. Rednam takes a conservative, precision-based approach, removing only the appropriate amount of fat to reduce the risk of complications and support optimal healing. Every procedure is performed in a AAAASF-accredited surgical facility, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and accredited environment.
Depending on your treatment plan, liposuction may be performed under general anesthesia, IV sedation, or local anesthesia with Pro-Nox. Dr. Rednam uses very small incisions to insert a thin tube called a cannula, which gently suctions excess fat from targeted areas, reshaping your contours with care.
Common treatment areas include:
- Chin and neck
- Arms and back
- Breasts (including male chest)
- Abdomen and flanks
- Hips, thighs, knees, and calves
Why Choose Liposuction for Stubborn Fat Removal?
Liposuction helps reveal your shape underneath. With precise sculpting and a careful, artistic approach, Dr. Rednam helps patients define their contours and feel confident in their bodies again.
Benefits of liposuction include:
- Removes diet- and exercise-resistant fat
- Enhances natural body contours
- Can treat multiple areas in one procedure
- Often performed alongside other cosmetic procedures
- Long-lasting results with a stable weight
- Minimally invasive with a short recovery time
Why patients choose Dr. Rednam:
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with advanced training
- Offers awake liposuction for faster recovery in select cases
- Personalized, high-touch consultations and care
- Special expertise in precise arm sculpting
- AAAASF-accredited surgical facility for safety and comfort
Is Onsite Awake Liposuction Right for You?
For patients seeking targeted improvement with minimal downtime, Dr. Rednam offers awake liposuction using local anesthesia for select treatment areas like the arms and neck.
You may be a good candidate for awake or traditional liposuction if you:
- Are close to your ideal body weight
- Have localized fat pockets that resist diet and exercise
- Want more definition in areas like the arms, chin, or waistline
- Have good skin elasticity and overall health
- Prefer a quicker recovery and non-hospital setting
If you’re unsure whether awake or traditional liposuction is best for you, Dr. Rednam will guide you during your consultation and help you choose the safest, most effective option for your goals.


Dr. Rednam Discusses Liposuction Surgery
What to Expect for a Liposuction Procedure
Personalized Consultation
If you are interested in liposuction, the first step is a consultation appointment with Dr. Rednam at her Houston office. She will learn about your goals, discuss your medical history, and assess the area to be treated to determine if you are a candidate. If you decide that liposuction is right for you, Dr. Rednam will provide you with pre-surgical instructions, which will include abstaining from nicotine products.
What to Expect
Liposuction is performed using small incisions and a thin, hollow tube called a cannula, which suctions excess fat from targeted areas. Dr. Rednam offers liposuction with local anesthesia for select arm and neck procedures. This method requires less than 24 hours of downtime and is especially effective for what Dr. Rednam’s patients call “red carpet arms.” Since you can move your arms during liposuction, Dr. Rednam can specifically target the muscles around your arms to make precise adjustments and provide next-level arm contouring.
Recovery and Results
Recovery time varies by treatment area, but many patients return to daily activities within a few days. Expect temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, which can be easily managed with medication and compression garments.
Dr. Rednam recommends manual lymphatic massage to reduce swelling and improve comfort. Final results continue to improve as swelling subsides and the body adjusts, with long-term fat reduction as long as you maintain a stable weight.
The Dr. Rednam Difference
Dr. Rednam combines surgical precision with an eye for aesthetics to deliver naturally contoured, elegant results. Her approach is rooted in personalized care, taking the time to understand your goals and crafting a plan that enhances your unique features.
From offering awake options for faster recovery to ensuring every patient receives clear instructions and attentive follow-up, Dr. Rednam’s patients know they’re in expert hands.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Liposuction FAQs
For safety reasons, Dr. Rednam takes a conservative approach. The amount removed depends on your anatomy and goals, but the focus is always on proportion, safety, and natural results.
Yes, once fat cells are removed, they do not return. However, weight gain can affect remaining fat cells, so maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to preserving your results.
Liposuction involves small incisions that typically heal very well. Most scars fade significantly over time and are often hidden in natural creases or beneath clothing.
Liposuction removes fat, while a tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles. For some patients, a combination of both offers the best results.
Absolutely. Liposuction is often paired with other body contouring procedures to enhance overall results. Dr. Rednam will discuss all your options during your consultation.

Discuss Personalized Body Sculpting Treatments in Houston and The Woodlands
Ready to take the next step toward a more confident you? Schedule your consultation with Dr. Rednam to explore your expert, customized liposuction options.
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