Liposuction

Who is it for?

Individuals close to their ideal body weight who have firm, elastic skin and pockets of excess fat resistant to exercise and diet.

Adults within 30% of their ideal weight who have specific areas of localized fat deposits.

Non-smokers or individuals who can refrain from smoking during the recovery period.

People with realistic expectations and a positive outlook towards the outcomes of the surgery.

Recovery Period

The procedure time varies based on the extent of fat removal, typically lasting between one to three hours.

Recovery time varies; initial recovery can take 1-2 weeks, with most people resuming work within a few days. Full recovery and final results might be visible after a few months.

Compression garments are usually recommended for several weeks following the surgery to minimize swelling and promote proper healing.

Potential Risks and Side Effects

Temporary numbness, bruising, and swelling in and around the treated areas.

Infection, bleeding, and adverse reaction to anesthesia.

Irregular contours or asymmetries.

More serious risks include blood clots, fat embolism, and damage to underlying structures.

Alternative Treatments

Non-surgical fat reduction procedures such as CoolSculpting, SculpSure, and ultrasound fat reduction.

Diet and exercise are natural ways to reduce body fat, though they may not address localized fat deposits effectively.

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) may be better for those with substantial excess skin and fat.

Success Rate

While individual results vary, liposuction generally has a high satisfaction rate, with many patients experiencing long-lasting results provided they maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.

Procedure step-by-step overivew

Consultation with a plastic surgeon to determine suitability for the procedure and to discuss goals and expectations.

Pre-operative measurements and guidelines given, including instructions for eating, drinking, and medication restrictions before surgery.

Anesthesia administration to ensure comfort during the procedure.

Making small incisions and inserting the cannula to vacuum out the excess fat.

Closing the incisions and applying bandages and compression garments to aid in healing.

Post-operative care instructions provided, including recovery precautions and follow-up appointments.