Awake Plastic Surgery
Awake Plastic Surgery in Ottawa by Dr. Photis Loizides
Confidence, Comfort & Control, Without General Anesthesia
At his Ottawa practice, Dr. Photis Loizides offers a growing option in modern cosmetic care: awake plastic surgery, also known as local anesthesia procedures. As a calmer, more personalized approach to aesthetic surgery, many individuals in Ottawa and the surrounding communities are now choosing this approach for its comfort, lower risk, and faster recovery.
Whether you’re considering a subtle facial enhancement or want to avoid the side effects of general anesthesia, Dr. Loizides provides thoughtful, expert care that prioritizes safety, awareness, and your peace of mind.
What Is Awake Plastic Surgery?
Awake plastic surgery involves performing cosmetic procedures while you’re fully conscious and comfortable, using local anesthesia. You remain relaxed and responsive, without the need for general anesthesia, IV sedation, or breathing tubes.
Mild oral sedation may be offered to ease anxiety, but you’ll stay alert and in control throughout your procedure. Dr. Loizides brings extensive surgical expertise to every case, offering awake options for everything from facial rejuvenation to precision body contouring.
Why More Patients Are Choosing Awake Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Procedures in Ottawa
Awake plastic surgery is about more than avoiding anesthesia. It’s about giving you more control, less downtime, and a safer overall experience.
Benefits of awake plastic surgery include:
- No general anesthesia: Skip the nausea, grogginess, and extended recovery often associated with being “put under.”
- Faster, smoother recovery: Patients often leave the clinic feeling alert and ready to return to normal activities within hours.
- Lower risk: Awake procedures eliminate the rare but serious risks tied to general anesthesia, which is ideal for patients with health sensitivities or concerns.
- Cost-effective: Avoiding hospital and anesthesia fees often means reduced overall costs.
- Better communication & comfort: Stay connected with your surgical team, with the ability to ask questions or provide input during the procedure.
- Great for select procedures: Ideal for targeted liposuction, eyelid lifts, minor facelifts, and skin refinements.
The highest standard of plastic surgery
Extensive training and surgical expertise allows Dr. Photis Loizides to consistently help patients achieve their desired, natural-looking plastic surgery results. He is a plastic surgeon fully accredited with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Loizides, please get in touch.
Is Awake Plastic Surgery Right for You?
Not all surgeries can be performed under local anesthesia, but many minimally invasive or focused treatments can. Dr. Loizides will guide you through your options with transparency and care.
You may be a good candidate for awake plastic surgery if you are:
- Interested in subtle or localized enhancements
- In good general health and a non-smoker
- Concerned about the risks of general anesthesia
- Looking for a quicker recovery and lower-cost option
- Seeking a more natural and aware surgical experience
Delivering real results
Opting to have plastic surgery is an enormous decision. We understand.
We want to intimately understand your goals and align on expectations.
Popular Awake Plastic Surgery Procedures with Dr. Loizides
At his Ottawa clinic, Dr. Loizides frequently performs the following under local anesthesia:
- Mini liposuction (chin, arms, flanks, abdomen): Targeted fat removal with a gentle, awake approach.
- Upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty): Restore a rested appearance in under an hour.
- Mini facelift or neck tightening: A conservative lift for patients seeking facial rejuvenation without going fully under.
- Scar revision and skin tightening: Quick touch-ups with minimal recovery.
- Fat transfer to breast, face, or hands: Subtle volume restoration with your own fat, while you stay fully involved in the process.
FAQ
Awake Plastic Surgery in Ottawa, Ontario
No. Dr. Loizides uses highly effective local anesthetics. You may feel pressure or movement, but not pain.
Yes, but comfortably so. You’ll be relaxed and able to speak, ask questions, or just listen to music during your procedure.
Absolutely. For many patients, especially those with underlying health conditions, awake surgery is actually a safer option.
Most awake surgery patients recover quickly, with minimal swelling and no anesthesia hangover. Many return to daily activities within 24 to 48 hours.
Yes. Since no general anesthesia is used, you’ll typically walk out of the clinic shortly after the procedure.
Often, yes. By avoiding surgical center fees, hospital stays, or anesthesia fees, total costs of awake plastic surgery are typically lower.
No. Larger procedures like full facelifts, breast augmentation, or abdominoplasty require general anesthesia. But many facial and body contouring treatments can be performed safely and beautifully while you’re awake.
Dr. Loizides’ Approach: Calm, Clear, and Always Centered on You
Known throughout Ottawa for his calm demeanor, surgical precision, and patient-first approach, Dr. Photis Loizides brings integrity and compassion to every consultation. His awake surgery options offer a gentler path to aesthetic enhancement—without pressure, without unnecessary risk.
Get Ready to Explore Awake Plastic Surgery in Ottawa
Feel in control. Heal faster. Look refreshed—naturally.
Schedule your private consultation with Dr. Photis Loizides to discover whether awake plastic surgery is right for you. From eyelid lifts to mini liposuction, Dr. Loizides can help achieve your aesthetic goals with greater comfort, less downtime, and a more mindful experience.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, we welcome patients from Kanata, Nepean, Orleans, Gatineau, and across the Ottawa Valley.
