People who get liposuction want to improve their physical appearance. It is generally assumed that having fat suctioned from the body will make a person look better, but this is not always true. If a surgeon is inexperienced, tired, or attempting to remove fat from too large of an area, fat cells are sometimes removed unevenly. The result is unsightly, leaving the skin of the affected area bumpy or dimply.This is one reason why only small...more
Lots of people want to look their best. The lively cosmetic surgery business is a testament to this fact. People are willing to pay lots of money to improve their appearance. Liposuction (also called lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is one of the largest and most popular forms of cosmetic surgery in the United States. Every year, hundreds of thousands of Americans undergo lipoplasty in an attempt to slim and trim their figures.Last year,...more
Liposuction is one of the more popular cosmetic surgeries available to the public. The operation removes fat by means of a hollow tube called a cannula. The amount of time the procedure itself takes can vary greatly depending on the size of the area, the amount of fat being removed and the techniques invovled. However, the time for the recovery period often remains about the same for each individual case.Patients can often return to their normal day to day lives between two days and two weeks after surgery. Any pain or discomfort is usually treated with over the counter medication and depending on the procedure used it can last up to two weeks. The side effects immediately following liposuction may include swelling, bruising and minimal scarring. A bandage or compression garment is normally worn for two to four weeks following the procedure. The patient may experience some limited mobility depending on the extent of their sugery but is generally able to become active between the following two days and two weeks.Results are seen immediately after surgery but may be minimized depending on the amount of swelling and bruising. These add to recovery time until desired results are...more
If you are frustrated because dieting and exercising alone are simply not taking care of your problem areas, you may be considering undergoing a liposuction procedure. Not all lipos are created equal, however, so it's important to do plenty of research first and consult with several plastic surgeons before making any decisions. Vaser lipo is one...more
Author: Jeremy MeltonWorldwide liposuction is that the popular cosmetic surgery among adults. Liposuction performed last year exceeded 250,000. Various edges of liposuction are bettered appearance, thus you'll feel and appear higher, the removal of excess fat, health gains, and fewer cellulite.The gains of liposuction are that the results could be...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 to further your knowledge and understanding about liposuction and what is involved. The more prepared you are, the smoother the process will be. Any surgery brings with it anxieties and concerns; be sure you know the facts. It is vital to be a good candidate for liposuction. This includes things such as not having stretch marks or loose or saggy skin, being emotionally stable, and being close to your ideal body weight. These are just a few examples. If all criteria are not met, however, you may still be a good candidate for the procedure. Finding a surgeon is a vital step. It is necessary to find one to whom you can talk openly with, express your concerns and feel comfortable. Many doctors can be found in New York. Your doctor should be...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
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
From New York to Los Angeles many Americans are choosing to receive liposuction. Those who are wondering whether they should get liposuction may think that all they need is a higher self-esteem. All that is required to look and feel great is to...more
Very often, insurance companies do not cover the cost of liposuction. Since patients sometimes end up paying the cost all by themselves, it is important to be fully aware of the cost involved with liposuction.Liposuction is a surgery and with surgery...more
In the past several decades the number of people who have undergone cosmetic surgery has increased significantly. In 2007 alone, 11.7 million surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures were done in the United States. In a society that so emphasizes...more
The tumescent technique can be used using only local anesthesia. This means that general anesthesia does not need to be applied and the patient will be awake the entire time. This actually reduces the risks associated with lypoplasty, because many...more