Certain areas of the body will not respond to weigh loss techniques such as exercise or diet. Liposuction permanently and painlessly removes fat that is resistant to these efforts. This results in a more pleasing shape and appearance. The most common areas requested are the stomach, hips and thighs. Most patients are back to work in one or two days.
Liposuction Treatment similar to other plastic surgery techniques is a cosmetic surgery operation which removes fat from different area of human body. It is also known as lipoplasty, liposculpture or suction lipectomy and affected areas like abdomen, thighs, buttocks, to the neck, backs of the arms and elsewhere is treated with this technique. The fat is usually removed via a cannula (a hollow tube) and aspirator (a suction device). Liposuction procedures vary person to person and it depends on what your ultimate cosmetic goals are.
Over the last couple of decades, there have been great advances in liposuction technique. And, now it is considered as one of the safest and most popular body contouring surgeries in the world.
What is the procedure of the Liposuction?
The basic liposuction procedure involves the insertion of a small, tube-like instrument called a cannula through tiny incisions made by the surgeon. The cannula then breaks up and vacuums away unwanted fat deposits beneath the skin. Local or IV sedation will be used, depending on the type and number of liposuction procedures you undergo. As with any plastic surgery, you should prepare for liposuction carefully and allow yourself plenty of recovery time.
Types of Liposuction
There are various types of liposuction procedures available. These Includes:
Tumescent liposuction: It involves the injection if a large amount of anesthetic into the area being treated; the wet and super-wet techniques are variations of this type of liposuction.
Ultrasonic assisted liposuction (UAL): Sound waves are used to liquefy the fat before it is removed. LipoSelection uses the same concept without disturbing the surrounding tissue.
Power assisted liposuction (PAL): It employs a motor-powered cannula, which allows the surgeon to use smaller movements and make the experience more comfortable for the patient.
What are benefits of Liposuction?
Many patients have positive results with liposuction treatment. The benefits of fat and cellulite removal can be enormous like many patients experienced improved appearance, self-esteem, and overall confidence.
Who should consider Liposuction?
You need to be realistic, if you are considering liposuction. There is also a scope of dramatic results and perhaps they are not as immediate as you would like. Like all other plastic surgery, the success of liposuction will depend on a number of individual factors, such as age, skin elasticity, weight, and overall health.
Liposuction is not appropriate for those who have:
Weakened immune system,
Diabetes, heart or artery problems or,
History of blood clots or restricted blood flow.
Liposuction is good for those candidates who:
Are healthy, Normal weight, elastic skin;
Have trouble areas like abdomen, thighs, and butt that will not respond to changes in diet and exercise.
Women who are considering breast reduction, and
Men who suffer from gynecomastia, or male breast development.
Liposuction Cost
The cost of liposuction can vary greatly depending on the type you chose, the area(s) of the body you want to target, and your surgeon
What are the possible risks associated with Liposuction?
Like any other plastic surgery, liposuction also brings some amount of risk. As liposuction is considered as one of safe treatment options, but still some risks might be arise such as infection, nerve damage, seizures, and negative reactions to anesthesia.
Adverse side effects like bruising and scarring can also be experienced. The best way to reduce your risk is by having a thorough physical examination prior to liposuction surgery.
