We live in a busy world. People always seem to be on the go. People rush from home to work, rush from work to their hobbies and rush from their hobbies back home. So, it is only natural that one of the questions that people most frequently have about liposuction (also called lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is about how long it will take before they are able to return to their normal activities.Lipoplasties have relatively short recovery...more
Lots of people like the thought of liposuction (also calle lipoplasty and suction lipectomy). After all, the thought of being able to surgically and permanently remove excess fat from exactly the areas which trouble you--well, what's not to like about it?If you answered "pain," you're pretty normal. A large number of people are apprehensive about undergoing cosmetic surgeries like lipoplasty because they are afraid of how much it will hurt. ...more
Liposuction is an incredibly popular and constantly growing field. Last year alone, over 300,000 Americans underwent the surgery--and that was in a recession year. Liposuction (also called lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) has been the number one most popular cosmetic surgery in the United States for twelve out of the last thirteen years, and it is equally popular in other areas of the world as well. The surgery is common in Europe, South America and parts of Asia.Although liposuction is a surgical procedure, it is far less invasive and traumatic than many other forms of cosmetic surgery. Instead of involving large incisions or the implanting of large foreign masses into the body, lipoplasties are performed with tiny needles called cannulas. The cannula is attached to a vacuum device, and as it is moved through the fatty tissue of the target area, it breaks up and suctions out fat. In virtually all cases, it can be performed under local anesthesia.Exactly where your liposuction takes place will depend on your surgeon's facilities and preference. Some surgeons don't have space or equipment for a full-scale liposuction in their clinic, and maintain offices at a local hospital...more
If you've lost a lot of weight, but you're still finding it hard to get the figure you want, liposuction may be an option. This procedure is especially good for taking off a stubborn 10-15 lbs. of fat while contouring the body to make it appear as if there was much more weight loss.Even though liposuction removes fat, its primary purpose is...more
In 1987, Dr. Jeffrey Klein invented tumescent liposuction. This technique injects large amounts of diluted lidocaine (a local anesthetic) and epinephrine (a vasoconstrictor) into the targeted fat tissue. The lidocaine numbs the area, preventing pain, and the epinephrine constricts the blood vessels so there it little to no bleeding. Injecting...more
Since most liposuction procedures are elective surgeries, insurance companies are generally unwilling to foot the bill. As such, potential patients are curious as to how expensive liposuction can be. While costs vary greatly, this article explains a few of the variables that influence the cost of liposuction as well as the details on pricing structures and financing. The number one factor that determines the cost of a given liposuction surgery is the time and effort of the surgeon. Things like operating on multiple areas, the obesity of the patient, and the difficulty of the surgery cost the physician more time, and hence, the patient more money. According to www.liposuction.com, the most costly areas of the body to have liposuction on are the abdomen and the breasts. Larger areas of the body tend to be more pricey.Potential patients should balance the price against the experience and expertise of the surgeon. Reputable surgeons are in higher demand and can therefore charge more, whereas inexperienced doctors or doctors who have have unsatisfied patients may lower prices to attract new customers. Another factor that can potentially influence the price of liposuction is the cost of...more
Before making such a drastic decision as whether or not to undergo liposuction, it's important to be well aware of the potential risks. As with any major surgery, there are no guarantees and you are risking a lot to go under the knife. While the...more
Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that is performed under general anesthesia and involves metal vacuum tubes being inserted into the body to remove fatty tissue. As the most common cosmetic procedure in the US, this procedure functions as a way to...more
Some cosmetic surgeries only target a specific area. For example, breast augmentations can (predictably enough) only be performed on the breasts, face lifts can only be performed on the face, and nose jobs are only performed on the nose. Of course,...more
Cosmetic surgeries aren't cheap. Even the least expensive of them typically have price tags measured in thousands, not hundreds of dollars. Liposuction (also known as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is no different.Just like any other surgery,...more
Liposuction (also known as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the world. In America alone, hundreds of thousands of people undergo this surgery every year. For twelve out of the past thirteen years,...more
When considering liposuction, one of the first factors potential patients look at in their decision is cost. Like any other medical procedure this can be expensive and usually requires some financial planning for most people. Because of this it is...more