If you've been struggling to lose weight in stubborn areas, liposuction might be the answer you've been looking for. This procedure has become quite inexpensive, and is the method of choice for many average Americans who simply want to improve the way that they look. Whether you need to lose weight, improve your appearance, or boost your confidence, plastic surgery may help. Improve Self ConfidenceMany people feel embarrassed about the way they...more
Liposuction is a very complex surgical treatment, and as such, patients should take the time and energy to prepare for it. Making yourself aware of just what to expect before, during, and after the procedure can make the whole process all the more easier to deal with. In this article, we will outline the preparation process.Step 1 - Take the time to really research your treatment properly. Find out everything you can regarding the procedure, the...more
So, you've seen the ads, and you're interested. This liposuction thing sounds pretty good. You have a little bit of weight you'd like to lose, and you think that getting it removed surgically sounds great. The only question is, are you a good candidate for the surgery?You certainly aren't alone in being interested in liposuction (which is also referred to as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy). Hundreds of thousands of Americans from Beverly Hills to New York undergo the surgery every year.A number of things help to determine whether or not someone is a good candidate for lipoplasty. The first is general health. The best patients are in relatively good health. They are free from conditions or habits that would interfere with their healing. Some examples of conditions that can interfere with a person's ability to undergo the surgery include diabetes, heart and lung conditions, and serious chronic diseases. Habits that increase lipoplasty risks include smoking.Second, the ideal patient is fairly close to their target weight. A lipoplasty is not well-suited to removing large volumes of fat. The best patients are within 25 or 30 pounds of their ideal weight, and they are looking for...more
Everywhere you turn, it's seems like there's an ad about liposuction. It's no surprise to see such a big marketing push; the surgery (which is also called lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is a business that regularly brings in hundreds of millions and even billions of dollars yearly. These ads always seem to feature smiling, flawless women (and...more
Liposuction seems like a miracle. People who want to be skinnier go in and come out with less fat on their bodies. While this is true, the procedure does come with some side effects, and it's good to be aware of them when making the decision to have the surgery.A side effect is something that happens as a consequence of having liposuction. Side...more
Liposuction involves the removal of excess fat from the body. It's a relatively simple surgery that doesn't involve much risk for healthy individuals. Because it isn't done for health reasons, this surgery is considered to be purely cosmetic. It may boost the recipient's confidence to look a little better, but the question arises: Should a person get a surgery just for cosmetic reasons? This article will discuss some of the ethical concerns surrounding the procedure.To understand the ethical concerns, one must know a little about liposuction, how it works, and who can get it.During the surgery, tiny incisions are made and fat is sucked out through a straw-like instrument. The surgery can only be safely done on a small area of the body, and a local anesthetic is used to numb the area. Many people are surprised to learn that only a few pounds can be safely removed at one time, usually ten pounds or fewer.It may also be surprising to learn that liposuction is only safe for people who are already within a healthy weight range. The fat that is removed in the surgery is usually in a small deposit on one of the common problem areas. For women, some problem areas are the thighs, butt, or...more
Liposuction is spreading and becoming more and more popular. Where it used to be only the domain of women, it is now being used to treat both men and women. Where it used to be the exclusive territory of the rich and famous, more and more of the...more
As with any surgery, the pain associated is always a scary element to consider. The amount of pain experienced with a liposuction varies greatly patient to patient. This article will outline some general things to expect with the procedure. Whenever...more
Liposuction (also referred to as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is both an alluring and a frightening thing for many people. Most people have heard of the procedure, at least in vague terms. Most people know that it is a surgical way to remove...more
It can be a little scary to consider getting any surgery. To trust a surgeon to cut open your body can be an intimidating thought. Fortunately, most surgeries have become increasingly safe, and experienced surgeons are not likely to make mistakes....more
The Boy Scouts' motto is "Be Prepared." Liposuction patients would do well to take a page from the scouts' book. Every year, hundreds of thousands of Americans undergo this cosmetic surgery. For some of these, preparation for the surgery ends with...more
Liposuction (also referred to as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is a large and continuously growing field. Last year, nearly 350,000 lipectomies were performed in the United States--even during a recession year.According to studies performed by...more