Liposuction: Know The Benefits And Risks

Before going in for liposuction, it's absolutely vital to understand all the associated benefits and risks for the procedure

. It is a potentially dangerous operation, and like all surgical procedures, should not be entered into lightly.

Liposuction is a procedure designed to remove unwanted fat from the body. It is performed under general anesthesia and involves the use of vacuum tubes which are inserted into the body to remove fat from localized areas. This is now the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedure in the United States, which means that it is widely available, increasingly safe and the results are usually good enough to warrant repeat business. Most commonly, the areas treated by liposuction are the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, hips, back, chin and upper arms. The procedure is also sometimes used in conjunction with breast reduction surgery to remove the unwanted tissue from the area.

Ideal candidates for this procedure are probably not who you would first imagine. In order to qualify, the patient must be close to his or her ideal weight, physically active and a healthy eater. This surgery should not be confused with weight loss surgery and is definitely not a procedure for someone who is very overweight or obese. It's also important that the patient has good overall skin tone and elasticity - this is vital to the recovery process and the final results after the surgery. Saggy leftover skin is the last thing you want after investing in this.

A stable and reasonable body weight is an absolute requirement for this surgery because liposuction is only designed to treat specific problem areas, not overall fat loss. If you are struggling with your weight and think that this procedure may be right for you, consult with your doctor to learn more about your fat loss options.

The benefits are fairly obvious. Few people in the U.S. report absolutely no 'problem areas' on their body in terms of fat deposits. Almost everyone would happily rid themselves of their 'thunder thighs', 'pot belly' or 'double chin,' so it's no wonder liposuction is so increasingly popular in this country. That having been said, there are a number of risks associated with the procedure and they should be seriously discussed with your doctor before embarking: swelling, infection, poor results, shock, blood clots and even death. These are serious complications that do not typically occur but should still factor into your decision to have or not have this procedure done.

by: Abigail Aaronson

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