Liposuction and Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Available in the Palo Alto and San Jose Area
Even with a healthy, active lifestyle, the effects of pregnancy, gravity, and time can take their toll. Dr. Linda Waters offers body contouring procedures including liposuction and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), to help our Palo Alto, San Jose, and Bay Area patients.
Liposuction
Liposuction may be the answer for those areas of the body where there are excessive fatty contours that stubbornly resist diet and exercise. By removing the excess fat through the use of suction, we can smooth and firm those areas, providing a slimmer, more contoured body shape. Liposuction can be applied to areas such as the face and neck, upper arms, abdomen, hips, buttocks, and legs. Liposuction is often useful in complementing cosmetic surgeries such as facelift, neck lift, breast reduction, and body contouring procedures. It is not a solution for obesity.
The best candidates for liposuction are men and women who are of a normal body weight and in good overall health. Good skin tone and elasticity contribute to better results.
Dr. Waters performs liposuction in the operating room, using a safe and reliable technique called tumescent liposuction which decreases blood loss and bruising. Dr. Waters works with a expert panel of anesthesiologists who specialize in administering anesthesia for liposuction procedures.
If you are considering liposuction and would like to learn more, please contact the Palo Alto practice of Dr. Linda Waters. We would be happy to answer all of your questions or schedule a consultation for you with Dr. Waters.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
We are all aware that a healthy diet and plenty of exercise are the fundamental 
keys to having a trim, fit body. However, there are times when a protruding belly just can’t be conquered with sit-ups. Pregnancy, significant weight loss, and the effects of gravity may leave an abdominal “apron” that does not respond to exercise. In these cases, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), available in the Palo Alto and San Jose area at the practice of Dr. Linda Waters, can help. By tightening the underlying muscles and removing the excess skin and fat, this procedure can provide a flatter, trimmer belly and a better overall body contour.
Abdominoplasty is best performed on people who are generally healthy and of normal body weight, but have loose or sagging abdominal skin. Patients who are planning to lose a significant amount of weight or women who are planning to become pregnant in the future should postpone surgery.
Mini Abdominoplasty/Tummy Tuck
When a sagging or protruding abdomen is not severe enough to warrant a full abdominoplasty, but is not likely to be helped through liposuction alone, a mini tummy tuck may be the best choice. As part of the mini abdominoplasty/tummy tuck procedure, liposuction may be performed by Palo Alto and San Jose-area surgeon, Dr. Linda Waters, to maximize fat removal and contouring. The surgery for a mini tummy tuck is shorter and involves less muscle tightening than that of a full abdominoplasty. Unlike a full abdominoplasty, which requires an overnight postoperative stay, a mini- abdominoplasty is performed as an outpatient and recovery time is usually shorter.
Gynecomastia Treatment
Gynecomastia is caused by unusually overdeveloped breast tissue in a male patient, but may also be due to fat. The condition can be addressed either by liposuction alone or through male breast reduction surgery. Using a small, inconspicuous incision around the areola, the excess breast tissue is removed, resulting in a smoother, more masculine contour.
Hand Surgery
Dr. Waters has a particular interest in hand surgery, ranging from carpal tunnel surgery, Dupuytren's contracture, tenosynovitis and sports injuries.
Before and After Photos
In order to respect the online privacy of Dr. Waters' patients, pre-op & post-op photos are available during your consultation.
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about gynecomastia treatment, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), or liposuction, please contact Dr. Waters’ Palo Alto plastic surgery office, serving San Jose and the Bay Area. We would be happy to answer any questions you have or schedule a consultation for you to meet with Dr. Waters.
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