Awake Liposuction of Abdomen in Schaumburg, IL

At Face Works Plastic Surgery, we offer awake liposuction of the abdomen—a cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedure designed to help you achieve a slimmer, more contoured midsection while remaining comfortable and alert throughout your treatment. Unlike traditional liposuction, which typically requires general anesthesia, our awake liposuction technique uses local anesthesia to numb only the targeted area. This means you stay awake, can communicate with your surgical team, and may even adjust your position if needed to achieve the best possible results.

During your awake liposuction procedure, our experienced plastic surgeon will inject a specialized tumescent solution into the abdominal fat. This solution contains a local anesthetic to ensure your comfort as well as a vasoconstrictor to minimize bleeding. Once the area is fully numbed, a thin, gentle cannula is inserted through tiny incisions to carefully break up and remove unwanted fat deposits.

Awake liposuction offers several advantages for our patients. Because the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, there is less risk compared to general anesthesia, and most patients experience a faster, more comfortable recovery. Many of our patients are able to return to light activities within just a few days.

At Face Works Plastic Surgery, patient comfort and safety are our top priorities—even during awake procedures such as abdominal surgery. Our surgical team uses a combination of advanced local anesthesia, gentle sedation, and continuous monitoring to ensure you remain pain-free and at ease throughout your experience.

Local anesthetics are carefully injected into the skin and tissues surrounding the surgical site, blocking nerve signals and thoroughly numbing the area. This technique ensures you will not feel sharp pain during your procedure. To further enhance your comfort and relaxation, our team may administer mild sedatives intravenously. These medications help calm anxiety and promote a sense of relaxation, while still allowing you to remain awake, alert, and able to communicate.

Throughout your awake abdominal procedure at Face Works Plastic Surgery, your vital signs, comfort level, and pain are closely monitored by our attentive medical staff. Should you experience any discomfort, we can quickly provide additional anesthesia or adjust your sedation as needed. Our team will talk you through each step, keeping you informed and reassured, and addressing any questions or concerns you may have along the way.

At Face Works Plastic Surgery, awake abdominal liposuction procedures typically take between one to three hours to complete. The exact duration of your procedure will depend on several factors, including the size of your treatment area, the amount of fat being removed, your unique anatomy, and the specific liposuction technique selected by our experienced surgeons. Because we perform awake liposuction using local anesthesia to ensure your comfort, there is a brief preparation period as the area is numbed. For smaller, less complex cases, the procedure may take as little as one hour, while more comprehensive liposuction treatments can last up to three hours. During your consultation at Face Works Plastic Surgery, your surgeon will discuss your personalized treatment plan and provide a more precise estimate of your procedure time. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities throughout every step of your experience.

At Face Works Plastic Surgery, patient safety is our highest priority. When considering awake liposuction—a minimally invasive procedure we offer—the amount of fat that can be safely removed during a single session is carefully determined based on best medical practices and your individual needs.

Safety guidelines recommend not removing more than five liters (about 11 pounds) of fat during any liposuction procedure. However, awake liposuction is typically limited to smaller volumes, usually between two to four liters per session. This is because, during awake liposuction, you remain comfortable and alert, and keeping the procedure within these limits reduces risks and ensures a smoother recovery.

At Face Works Plastic Surgery, our team considers several factors when planning your procedure, including:
• Your overall health and medical history
• Your body size and treatment goals
• The specific areas you’d like to treat
• The type of anesthesia and medications used

Removing too much fat at once can increase the risk of complications such as fluid imbalance, infection, and impact your final cosmetic results. That’s why we perform a thorough assessment and may recommend staging the procedure over multiple sessions if a larger volume of fat removal is desired.

Every patient is unique. At Face Works Plastic Surgery, your treatment plan is customized for your safety and satisfaction. We encourage you to schedule a consultation with our board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and learn what approach will deliver the best and safest outcome for you. For more information, contact us or request an appointment online. We serve patients from Schaumburg IL, Hoffman Estates IL, Rolling Meadows IL, Hanover Park IL, Streamwood IL, Elk Grove Village IL, and surrounding areas.