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Liposuction
When exercise and dieting can’t help you get rid of body fat that has been nagging you, liposuction can positively come to your rescue. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that helps sculpt your body in a desirable shape by removing fat from areas like the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, knees, upper arm, cheek, chin and neck. Also known as "lipoplasty" or "suction lipectomy", accumulated fat is removed by inserting a probe into the body, liquefying and finally extracting it from that specific area! Obviously, there are a variety of methods used in liposuction which bring in varying results and carry their own detailed concerns.
Good candidates for Liposuction
- Individuals (both men and women) who have unrelenting deposits of fat in their "saddle-bag" areas, abdomen, waist and knees can be the best candidates for this treatment.
- Men with enlarged breasts can also greatly benefit from a liposuction treatment
- Being physically healthy and psychologically stable is also a crucial parameter if one wants to profit from a liposuction surgery
Planning for Liposuction
During the consultation period, your surgeon will estimate the condition of your health; determine where the layers of fat are deposited, judge the condition or quality of your skin and only then present some suggestions before you. Your doctor may also warn you that instead of liposuction, a "tummy tuck" procedure would be more helpful to you if, for example, you want to get rid of the fat in the abdominal region. At this stage, it is important to be frank with your surgeon as it is only now will he be able to explain to you the procedure, risks and limitations associated with the treatment.
Procedure
- A solution of saline and anesthetic medicine is inserted into the skin, making the area swollen so that fat separation from other tissues can become easier and more comfortable.
- This technique is usually made use of in thick tissue areas like the male chest, abdomen, outer thighs and upper back.
- Tiny incisions are made and the fat is removed with the help of suction.
Limitations involved in Liposuction
By and large, age is not a major consideration but older patients have diminished skin elasticity and may not attain the same results as a younger patient who has tighter skin. Apart from this, liposuction also carries great risk for those individuals who suffer from medical problem such as diabetes, heart problems, lung disease, low blood circulation, etc.
Recovery and Result
Swelling and discoloration can be treated successfully with medicines and normally, post-operative discomfort too escapes in a few weeks. Following this, the results that you will see for yourself will delight you like never before. But, liposuction is by no means an alternative to exercising and healthy seating. Irrespective of the consequences, never compromise on these two!