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Liposuction

Get rid of the local fat you don’t need!

Briefly

Number of Sessions

-

Operation Time

3 - 4 Hours

Persistence of Results

Permanent

Hospitalization

1 Day

Sensitivity Time

3 Weeks

Time to Return to Work

3 Weeks

Anesthesia

General

Season

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Liposuction is a popular technique for removing extra body fat from certain body regions, including the abdomen, waist, hips, legs, back, arms, and neck. These areas are also shaped and have improved outlines thanks to liposuction.

Liposuction is not a common way to lose weight. A diet and exercise program should be used to lose weight; alternatively, bariatric surgical procedures like sleeve gastrectomy may be preferred. The excess fat that has built up in specific areas of the body can then be removed via liposuction.

What Are the Goals of Liposuction?

The body’s fat cells become more and larger when a person gains weight. The amount of fat cells in the area with extra fat is reduced with liposuction. The size or shape of the application area determines how much fat is removed. As long as the person’s weight doesn’t alter, the outcomes and the accompanying contour modification in these applications are typically long-lasting.

The body’s elasticity also affects how long the effects typically persist and how the appearance of the body improves. The skin will look smoother if it is sufficiently supple. However, the skin in the liposuctioned area may become slack if it has lost some of its elasticity.

Liposuction: How is it Performed?

Although liposuction is typically used for cosmetic purposes, the plastic surgeon evaluates the patient’s suitability for this procedure during the consultation.

There are numerous ways to apply liposuction. According to the doctor’s advice, the procedure that is best for the body structure is chosen. It is common practice to follow the procedures for the suitable method during operations done under general anesthesia.

How Does Conventional Liposuction Work?

The use of a vacuum is combined with a tiny cannula. The fat cells are broken down and sucked after a specific liquid is injected into the fat layer.

During liposuction, surplus body fat can be removed and used as filler in other areas of the body. One of the best methods for eradicating bodily imbalances or smoothing out wrinkles is this procedure.

What Areas of the Body Can Have Liposuction Done?

It can be used on the neck, chest, back, inner and outer thighs, abdomen, and hips. It can also be applied to the treatment of male gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts.

What Benefits Can Conventional One Offer?

  • It is a surgical technique that has been used for a very long period by specialist doctors. The risks of liposuction continue to decrease as technology advances.
  • It aids in the removal of localized and enduring fat accumulation.

Vaser Liposuction: What Is It?

This technique uses ultrasonic sound waves to destroy fat cells. The body may quickly and readily rid itself of liquidized fat cells. Vaser Liposuction technology specifically targets fat cells, sparing the surrounding muscle, blood vessels, and nerves from harm. In addition, the removed adipose tissue and its stem cells are not harmed thanks to the ultrasonic sound waves used. As a result, this fat tissue can be moved to different body locations. Depending on the extent of the treatment region, vaser liposuction can be carried out under either local or general anesthesia.

Which Body Parts Can It Be Applied To?

Arms, inner and outer legs, the belly, hips, neck, jowls, chest, and back can all be treated with it. It can also be applied to the treatment of male gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts.

What Benefits Can Vaser Liposuction Offer?

  • It provides the chance to resume regular activities sooner.
  • Edema and bruises are less likely after the procedure, and there is less pain. Additionally, skin variations are less frequent.
  • As a natural filler, the removed fat can be used. It can be utilized in various cosmetic procedures like a facelift, tummy tuck, or breast augmentation, reduction, or lift.
  • Vaser Liposuction offers the chance to work on delicate areas such as the neck and arms without harming them because it simply removes fat tissue while protecting other tissues.

Who is Eligible for Liposuction?

Anyone who has trouble getting rid of extra fat after losing weight but has a generally steady weight may be a good candidate for liposuction.

Who Is Ineligible for Liposuction?

Liposuction is not a substitute for other weight loss techniques. As a result, it shouldn’t be used as a means of weight loss. In addition, the following circumstances make implementation challenging:

  • Low blood flow due to vascular occlusions
  • Coronary artery disease, heart occlusion
  • Diabetes
  • A weakened immune system

What Are the Operation’s Risks?

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with liposuction surgeries, including as hemorrhage and an anesthetic hypersensitive reaction. The following list of potential dangers is specific to the operation:

  • Contour Irregularities: The skin may fluctuate and develop patches as a result of application, or it may appear pale, for a variety of reasons, including inappropriate application and skin elasticity loss. These modifications could be short-term or long-term.
  • Edema: Temporary fluid buildup beneath the skin’s surface is possible. If these liquid buildups continue, drainage may be necessary.
  • Numbness: The treatment area may experience a permanent or transient loss of sensation. Temporary nerve irritation may be the root of this.
  • Infection: Skin infections are relatively rare, although they can happen.
  • Bruises: In the areas where fat is removed, there may be minor bruises. Patches of darkness that result may last for a few days.
  • Fat Embolism: Fat particles may get stuck in a blood vessel, build up in the lungs, and then go to the brain. This is a medical condition that has to be treated right now.

What Steps Should Be Taken Following The Procedure?

  • You need to watch what you eat. Gaining weight has a detrimental impact on the outcomes.
  • The treatment region needs to be massaged twice daily for the first week following the operation.
  • At least three weeks must pass while wearing the corset. Depending on how well you’ve recovered after the three weeks, your doctor will advise you whether to keep wearing the corset or stop.

Bruising: Bruises should go away in three weeks.

Stitches: Dissolving stitches are used which do not require removing.

Resuming Exercise and Physical Activity: According to the treatment area, before starting up again, the patient needs to consult a doctor.

Sexual Activity: For the first four weeks following surgery, sexual activity is not advised.

Alcohol Use: For 10 days following surgery, alcohol should not be consumed.

Smoking: Smoking has a negative impact on wound healing and is not advised.

Final Results: At the end of the first month, there is an 80% improvement. Within six to twelve months, full recovery is expected.