Liposuction is a cosmetic fat removal procedure. It uses suction to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the stomach, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms or neck. Liposuction also shapes these areas. That process is called contouring. Other names for liposuction include lipoplasty and body contouring. Liposuction is normally advised only if lifestyle changes have not achieved the desired results. It can treat areas of fat that are resistant to exercise and diet.
Which Parts of body can undergo Liposuction?
- Abdomen
- Back
- Buttocks
- Chest
- Inner knees
- Hips
Who can benefit from Liposuction?
- Liposuction works best for people with good skin tone and elasticity, where the skin molds itself into new contours.
- Adults with an average or slightly above-average weight.
- Nonsmokers
Before Liposuction
- People who use regular aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs should stop taking them at least 2 weeks before surgery.
- Patients with anemia may be asked to take iron supplements.
What happens during Liposuction?
- Before your liposuction procedure, the Surgeon will give you anesthesia. You may have local or general anesthesia. Anesthesia makes it so you don’t feel pain during your procedure.
- Once the anesthesia starts working, your surgeon will make small incisions in your skin. They’ll insert a suction device attached to a small, stainless steel instrument called a cannula into the fatty areas between your skin and your muscle. Your surgeon will move the cannula around inside of your body to break up or liquefy your fat. Then, they’ll remove excess fat with a suction pipe or large syringe. How long liposuction surgery takes depends on how much fat your surgeon is removing and the number of areas treated.
What after Liposuction?
After the Liposuction surgery, the surgeon will brief you about the precautions to be taken regarding the surgery area. During the recovery there may be certain changes which are the part of your surgery area healing. these changes may be.
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Soreness
These go away gradually, but if they are painful and remain for long do consult your doctor immediately.
Risks and Side Effects of Liposuction?
All surgery have risks associated with them like infection, bleeding and risks related to anasthesia. there may be rare side effects which may include
- Severe Bruising
- Numbness
- Thrombophlebitis
- Inflammation
- Pulmonary edema
- Allergic reaction
