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Ab Etching in Houston, TX

What Is Ab Etching?

Men in the Houston, TX and surrounding areas look to highly skilled plastic surgeons, like Dr. Rolando Morales, to enhance the definition of their abdominal muscles, and give them “washboard abs” that are difficult to achieve through diet and exercise alone. Abdominal etching removes excess fat from the abdominal region to reshape the abs, and create a more sculpted appearance. Dr. Morales uses liposuction to accentuate the rippling effect men desire. The best candidates for abdominal etching are men in relatively good shape, and desire well-defined abs without intrusive scarring.

Surgical Technique

Abdominal etching is done with a special tumescent liposuction technique. The procedure removes and sculpts fatty tissue residing under the skin. Before the procedure, detailed markings are made of the patient’s flexed abs. During the surgery, small incisions are made within the natural contours of the abdomen. This helps minimize scarring. Through these incisions, fat is removed in some areas, thinned in others, and rearranged to accentuate the abdomen (rectus) muscles and the linea alba (the line running down the center of the abdomen).

Abdominal etching, sometimes called six-pack liposculpture, effectively enhances the appearance of the abdominal muscles in men. When performed at Morales Plastic Surgery, it is an excellent option for fit men who struggle to achieve the desired definition and muscular contour in their abdominal area. Benefits of this surgery at our Houston, TX office include:

  • Creating dramatic, noticeable results when diet and exercise have failed
  • Flattening, sculpting, and toning the stomach
  • Highlighting and accentuating the six-pack
  • Reducing even the most stubborn areas of fat
  • Scarring is minimal and hidden in natural body contours

Dr. Morales and team is outstanding! I had such a great experience with him and his staff - from Linda, to the nurses, to the surgery suite. Everyone was so kind and nurturing, especially when I was nervous the day of surgery. Dr. Morales was always personal and professional - on the day of surgery after his markings, he took the time to help cover me with my blanket and make sure I was ok. The results look phenomenal - the ab etching is top notch, and my butt looks brand new! I can’t recommend him enough! If you are looking for a new physique, Dr. Morales is someone you should highly consider.

K.H. Google

Amazing New Butt with Dr. Morales! - Dr. Morales and team is outstanding! I had such a great experience with him and his staff - from Linda, to the nurses, to the surgery suite. Everyone was so kind and nurturing, especially when I was nervous the day of surgery. Dr. Morales was always personal and professional - on the day of surgery after his markings, he took the time to help cover me with my blanket and make sure I was ok. The results look phenomenal - the ab etching is top notch, and my butt looks brand new! I can’t recommend him enough! If you are looking for a new physique, Dr. Morales is someone you should highly consider.

K. RealSelf

Butt Implants and 4d Ab Etching - On September 28th, I underwent a supercharged BBL (400cc fat transfer + 375cc round silicone unders) and 4d ab etching with Dr. Morales. I am now 6 months post op and LOVING my results! The first two weeks were rough and my experiences where comparative with those who just did the traditional BBL. I went this route because I wanted a bigger lifted booty that I could not achieve in the gym or...

C. RealSelf

Butt Implants and 4d Ab Etching - On September 28th, I underwent a supercharged BBL (400cc fat transfer + 375cc round silicone unders) and 4d ab etching with Dr. Morales. I am now 6 months post op and LOVING my results! The first two weeks were rough and my experiences where comparative with those who just did the traditional BBL. I went this route because I wanted a bigger lifted booty that I could not achieve in the gym or with just the fat transfer, as I didn't have a ton of fat to begin with. I also didn't want to gain weight and under go a round two. Once my implants dropped and fluffed I knew I made the fridge choice with Morales. Throughout the entire process, he was kind and patient with myself and my husband as we had a ton of questions. The service was 5 Star, and I recommend this procedure and Dr. Morales to everyone who wants permanent results.

C. RealSelf

Beautiful results - great, efficient doctor and team - Dr. Morales was nice, genuine and really cares about what I "care" and "see" on my body. His tummy tuck and eb etching lipo was so painless that I was so so so surprised and amazed good he is. I can actually starts to walk on first day of my surgery and I couldn't believe that because I had a previous lipo with another physician and I was in bed for almost three days.He did a wonderful job, even just taking he clothes off, I could already tell the difference. His staffs were all great, Chris and Claudia, makes me feeling less anxious doing this. And of course, Dr Morales OR nurses were all like angels.. bubbly and making me smile. A big thank you to the anesthesiologist as well, this is the first time I did not throw up after a surgery (excluding wisdom teeth removal) He is amazing.Well, I'll keep you all posted of my beautiful results. But just letting you know, you are in good hands! I feel lucky and lucky!

B. RealSelf

5

Total Reviews

4.9

Average Rating

Average Cost

from $12,000.00

Recovery Time

3-5 Days

Average Procedure Time

1-2 Hours

Procedure Recovery Location

Outpatient

During/After Surgery

All male abdominal etching procedures are performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure at an accredited surgical facility. The surgery typically lasts about an hour. Following surgery, there will be some swelling and bruising in the abdomen. A compression garment should be worn for 3-6 weeks. Most patients are able to resume a normal work schedule within 1 week and incorporate exercise within 3 weeks. The full effect of surgery should be noticed within 6 months. This surgery allows men increased definition of their abdominals.

Will I Have a "Six Pack"?

For the ideal candidate, yes! Many people hope for a “six-pack” and work for years without attaining the desired results. This is caused by a layer of fat covering the muscle. Abdominal etching removes and sculpts this layer of fat, resulting in the desired “six-pack” for most candidates. Patients with muscle tone already present see the greatest results.

Who Is The Ideal Candidate?

The ideal candidate for abdominal etching is a male with up to 20% body fat and preexisting muscle tissue, but who feels let down because he cannot attain washboard abs.

Is Liposuction Always Needed?

In most cases, yes. The soft tissue and fat that collects in excess will need to be removed using a liposuction method. There are many liposuction techniques to consider. Some are less invasive and use a mechanism that can help the skin become tighter on the chest wall. These methods can be discussed during your consultation.

What About Scarring?

Incisions for this surgery are well concealed. They are usually placed near the areola or in the lines between the abdominal muscles and are typically small enough that scarring is minimized. Over time, the incision lines will fade and become almost nonexistent for most men.

Expected Cost

The cost of male abdominal etching surgery varies based on the extent of surgery. The average cost is around $12,000.

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