subject: Liposuction: Dry Vs. Wet - Which Is Better For You? [print this page] Are you ready to lose those pockets of flab with a little lipo? Liposuction is a great solution to localized fatty build-up in various parts of the body. It's great for people whose body would be alright, if they could just get rid of those little pockets of flabbiness here and there.
Liposuction techniques have improved greatly over the years. It was developed in the 1970's, and in the years since then, it's helped lots of folks get the body they really want. These days, it's also combined with other types of plastic surgery to achieve total body contouring. There are two kinds of techniques-dry and wet. Which one is best for you? Let's take a look at them and see what they have to offer.
Dry Liposuction: This is the older version of the procedure, first developed about 40 years ago. It uses a cannola, a device that sucks the fat right out of your body. First, a small incision is made, and then this device is inserted. Afterwards, the incisions are sown up, and you're ready to go. Usually this is done in one session, and you'll go home the same day.
Wet Liposuction: This is a newer version developed during the 1980's. It's called so because it uses a special fluid that softens the fatty material, making it easier to suck out. The doctor injects it into the trouble area first, then makes an incision and sucks out the fat. This technique is thought to streamline the process, making it easier for patient and doctor alike. There is also a "super wet" method that uses more substance.
One vs. the other: In terms of pain involved, wet is much better. Dry lipo is more painful, and the doctor must use anesthesia to dull the pain. This carries a risk of complications because of allergies, and means having to be "drugged" to undergo surgery. The other one doesn't need anesthesia. It's included in the substance along with other ingredients that help sanitize as it works. The fluid method is relatively painless.
With the dry version, there is sometimes trouble with blood loss. This has always been one of the disadvantages of the procedure, and it's one of the reasons they've developed alternative methods. With wet lipo, you probably won't have blood loss, but there is sometimes fluid ooze. The doctor will inject less fluid than the amount of fat removed, but sometimes there is fluid left after it's done its thing. While not painful, substance ooze can be uncomfortable for some folks.
Both options work well to get rid of fat, and they are easy operations. Talk to your doctor about what's best for you. Ask them to tell you all the pros and cons, and see what they recommend. Make it easy for yourself, and lose the flab for good!
