Liposuction - Effective Fat Removal From Problem Areas

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes fat from the body but also can shape or contour the areas. Individuals that are good candidates for this procedure have a stable body weight and an excessive amount of fat in specific areas that have been hard to remove through diet and exercise. This procedure should not be considered as a weight loss alternative or a weight loss method as those that are overweight may have better success with exercising and dieting methods. This procedure will not remove cellulite dimples, stretch marks, or other surface irregularities from the skin.

A liposuction procedure is usually used to treat isolated areas of the body where fat is resistant. A person may have spent hours at the gym and tried every diet possible, but still cannot seem to remove that stubborn fat. Common areas people use this fat removal procedure includes: upper arms, ankles & calves, buttocks, thighs, hips, mid-section, and chin & neck.

This procedure is also used with breast reduction. Fat cells increase in volume and size as a person gains weight, and this fat removal procedure lessens the amount of fat cells in a specific body area. The amount of fat you will have removed will mostly depend on the volume of fat you have and the appearance of the area. As long as your weight remains at a stable level, the results of this procedure will generally be permanent.

Following your liposuction procedure, your skin will begin to mold into a new shape on your treated areas. You skin will also appear smooth if it already has a good tone and elasticity. However, if your skin has poor elasticity and is thin, the treated areas may result in loose skin. You can find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure on your consultation with a plastic surgeon. A good candidate for this procedure includes those who are in generally in good health, and do not have pre-existing conditions that will cause complication to the surgery such as diabetes, coronary artery disease, limited blood flow, and a week immune system.

During your consultation you can also learn how to prepare for this fat removal procedure, discuss the expectations you want from the surgery, have your medical history reviewed by the doctor, and discuss with the doctor about any medication or supplements you are currently taking. Your doctor will also discuss after treatment care and some things you might expect such as bruising, swelling and some pain. You can also expect your doctor you prescribe antibiotics to reduce infection risk and medication to help with the pain.