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Liposuction Surgery

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a common cosmetic procedure that is used to change the contours of your body. This procedure is intended for people who are bothered by excess fat deposits located anywhere on their body that do not respond to diet and exercise. Most patients are near normal weight and desire a permanent contour change. Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk, abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles. Ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty or UAL is a common variation to the procedure that may be used. With UAL, ultrasonic energy is used to liquefy excess fat prior to surgical suctioning.

Liposuction is used to:

Make a permanent improvement in the contour and proportion of the treated areas.
Make a more flattering figure or physique, in or out of clothing

This procedure is done on an outpatient basis and is usually performed under general anesthesia for safety and comfort.

How is the procedure Done?

Liposuction involves small suction tubes (cannulas) inserted through very short incisions placed in inconspicuous locations near the fat deposits. Excess fat is removed through the cannulas.

The patient goes home with a compression garment (or tape) covering the treated areas. Compression is advised for about a month as it helps reduce swelling and helps you achieve the final result more quickly. Once pain and soreness decrease, it is frequently more comfortable to wear lycra or spandex exercise pants.

Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Bruising and swelling usually subside in 2-4 weeks. The final result takes shape over 2-3 months.

Where do I begin?

If you are interested in liposuction, we encourage you to keep several things in mind. Liposuction is not a substitute for weight loss or exercise. Without dietary and lifestyle changes, the fat is likely to appear again. Liposuction is not a treatment for obesity nor is it an effective treatment for cellulite, the dimpled skin that typically appears on the thighs, hips, and buttocks.

A consultation with one of our plastic surgeons is the first step to learn about the benefits of liposuction. A consultation with one of our surgeons is designed to fully educate you about liposuction and how this procedure can benefit you in a non-pressured environment. At this time, you can honestly share your expectations and get advice as to whether this procedure will give you your intended result or not.

Good candidates for this procedure are:

Non-smokers
Healthy individuals with no life-threatening illnesses or conditions that can impair healing
Individuals who have a positive outlook and have specific goals in mind for body contouring

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