subject: Will My Liposuction Leave Big Scars? [print this page] When people decide to get liposuction (also known as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) or other cosmetic surgery, it is typically because they want to look better. As such, whether or not a lipoplasty will cause large and unsightly scars or blemishes is something that is important to a lot of people.
Lipoplasties are surgical procedures which remove excess fat from specific areas of the body. Although the surgery can be performed just about anywhere there is excess fat, some of the most popular areas include the stomach, the breasts, the hips, thighs and buttocks, and the neck and face.
The good news is that these procedures do not typically leave much behind in the way of scarring. Because of advances in the techniques and technologies used during suction lipectomies, the incisions that are made are generally very small. Frequently, they are under an inch long. As such, there is usually not much of a risk for extreme surface scarring.
In most cases, the scars left behind are small and inconspicuous, and they frequently fade with time. People with dark skin seem to be at a larger risk for skin blemishes than people with fairer skin. Sometimes discoloration of the skin around an incision can occur because the trauma caused by the surgery causes either an increase or a decrease in the production of melanin. Sometimes a person can also develop keloids at the site of incision. Both of these can happen in all people, but the incidence seems to be greater among people with darker skin.
Sometimes if too much fat is removed, a person can develop a somewhat unnatural appearance. The removal of too much fat can lead to a wavy or rippled appearance at the site of the surgery. Removing too much fat can also lead to unusual dimpling. If the surgery is performed in a place where there is already cellulite, the appearance of the cellulite could be increased.
If fat is removed in unusual patterns, it will also lead to a somewhat unnatural appearance. A skilled surgeon can remove fat but allow the body to retain a natural, organic appearance.
The incidence of all of these blemishes can be reduced if you see a properly skilled and experienced surgeon. Although accidents can always occur, your chances for a successful, beautiful surgery is much, much better if you know you can count on your surgeon. This is one of the many reasons why you should try to find the best surgeon possible.
If you'd like to know more about the possible blemishes and imperfections that lipoplasty can cause, please consider speaking with a surgeon in your area. Your surgeon should be able to tell you more about these possible blemishes, and he or she may be able to tell you if you are at special risk for any of them.
