Liposuction is almost always an adjunct to the surgery…allowing for a smooth contour and avoiding “dog ears”. All dissolvable sutures and skin glue create a watertight closure and a fitted surgical vest will be measured and placed. Surgery takes about 2-2.5 hours and is done on an outpatient basis. Most people opt for the nerve block that lasts 48-72 hours, and thus pain medicine use is limited or not even needed!

Recovery is quicker than what most anticipate. Walking around the house or neighborhood, up and down stairs, getting things from above the head, gentle normal activities are ok starting right after surgery.  Yes…you can shower the next day! Aerobic activities, such as elliptical or treadmill in 5 days, low weights at the gym (up to 10 pounds, but not chest or shoulder) by 10 days, running and jogging by 14 days and any activity by 4 weeks.

For out of town/state guests, our gender affirming facilitators will help you with accommodations and arrival details. Dr. Stanwix is worth the travel as his results and positive patient testimonials speak for themselves!