Liposuction is not a magic surgery. Results will vary from person to person, and will depend a lot on how you yourself treat your body. There are some results that you can expect from the surgery however. Liposuction will make a difference in the subcutaneous fat content in the area worked on, and is done well, should improve the shape and aesthetics of the body. How permanent these results will be will depend mostly on you.The results of surgery...more
When it comes to any surgery, people naturally have fears. However, adequate preparation for a liposuction can mask many concerns of the patient. Preparation will be unique for everyone depending on varying circumstances. Nonetheless, this article will address some general ways in which people can prepare to have a liposuction.Your safety and comfort before, during and after the procedure should be your main concerns. Research as much as possible...more
Like any surgery, liposuction involves some pain and time to heal afterwards. It is always best to follow your doctor's recommendations and monitor yourself for any would-be complications.One of the most frequently asked questions when investigating liposuction is "what will the after surgery healing process be like?", "is there a lot of pain involved?", "when will I be able to go back to work?" and other such questions. These are all very valid points and definitely should be considered before undergoing surgery.Typically, when surgeons use a local anesthetic instead of general anesthesia, the anesthetic will last up to twenty-four hours. This means that the day of the surgery patients experience soreness and tenderness but no excruciating pain. Afterwards, the pain felt is similar to that you'd feel after working out too vigorously. Soreness will persist for up to four weeks but should gradually subside and be completely gone up to eight weeks after the surgery has been performed. Pain levels will increase if your surgeon uses general anesthesia instead of local anesthetic. Local in this case means directly on the area that is being worked on instead of general which simply dulls...more
Any surgical procedure involves a certain amount of risk. However, under the watchful eye of skilled surgeons and nurses, one can go into any procedure feeling calm and safe. While there are many concerns, this article will discuss a few of the risks involved with having a liposuction. A main safety concern deals with the anesthesia given before...more
The expenses related to liposuction vary person to person. These factors include the amount of fat removed and the area of the body it is taken from. Also, the surgeon you pick will be a factor in determining the cost. Nevertheless, this article will discuss some general ideas concerning the cost of the procedure. The costs involved with having a...more
For people unhappy with their liposuction results or who have smaller problem areas of fat that will not go away, there are further options to achieve their desired look. One option is the procedure known as cool lipo, or touch lipo. It is similar to normal liposuction, but is less invasive and used on small regions that original liposuction has failed to, or cannot, treat. Such areas could be the abdomen, male breasts, buttocks, and thighs. It is also very effective in places where the skin tends to sag, such as under the chin, the knees, and the back of the arm. Cool lipo is performed using an injected local anesthetic to numb the intended area, rather than general anesthesia which puts a patient at risk for complications. Once the area is numb, an incision is made and a laser is inserted just below the skin. The laser releases energy that liquefies the unwanted fat and stimulates new collagen to grow over time, tightening the skin over the new shape of the body, something normal lipo does not do. Once dissolved, the fat will either be removed or left for the body to absorb. The whole procedure usually takes about one to three hours, depending on the area being altered.Recovery...more
When deciding whether or not to get liposuction, it's easy to get caught up in choosing where to get it, how much fat to remove, and what doctor to get it from. It's also important to remember that it is a form of surgery that has risks, so your...more
The popularity of liposuction has been increasing in the United States, especially in high fashion areas like California or New York. With its increase in popularity, new and significantly safer techniques have been developed. Of course, even with...more
Most people know that liposuction makes people skinnier, but many don't know how. Generally thought of as a way to make famous people look perfect, the real changes brought about by the surgery are generally small and not as dramatic as the...more
Liposuction is an expensive procedure. Like any serious medical procedure the costs of surgery, fees and pre- and post-op care add up quickly. Many people are unable to pay for these costs out of pocket. Fortunately, they do not have to. For those...more
As the technology of cosmetic surgery has evolved, new and varied methods of suction lipectomy have arisen to make the procedure more effective and comfortable for patients. It's the fastest way to get or keep the smart figure of New York fashion...more
Liposuction is proven to be one of the safest cosmetic surgeries practiced today. Modern liposuction, pioneered in the 1980's, is much safer than earlier techniques because there is minimal invasion or bleeding. There are also no extensive stitches...more