Everything You Need To Know About Liposcution

Liposuction, also known as liposculpture suction, lipectomy, or lipo, is a type of cosmetic operation that breaks up and "sucks" body fat. It is often used on the arms, calves, and back of the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, neck, chin, upper and back. A hollow instrument, known as a cannula, removes the fat. Under the skin, this is inserted. On the cannula is applied a powerful, high - pressure vacuum.

Here are a few key points on liposuction

• The surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia.
• Liposuction is not a weight - loss tool, but a subtle - effect cosmetic procedure.
• Infection and scarring include risks.
• It can be used to treat certain medical conditions with liposuction.

What does liposuction mean?

People who have liposuction usually have a stable body weight but want to remove unwanted body fat deposits in specific parts of the body. Liposuction is not an overall method of weight loss. It's not an obesity treatment.

Cellulite dimples or stretch marks are not removed by the procedure. The goal is an aesthetic one. It suits those who want to change their body's contour and enhance it.

Liposuction removes fat cells permanently, altering the body's shape. However, there is a risk that the remaining fat cells will grow larger if the patient does not lead a healthy lifestyle after the surgery.

The quantity of fat that can be removed safely is limited.

Infection, numbness, and scarring are some risks. There may be lumpiness or dents in the skin if too much fat is removed. The surgical risks seem to be associated with the quantity of fat removed.

Uses of Liposuction

Instead of providing any physical health benefits, liposuction is mainly used to improve appearance. By adopting a healthy lifestyle, a balanced diet, regular exercise, and a healthy sleep schedule, most people would probably achieve the same or better results.

Liposuction is normally only recommended if the desired results have not been achieved by lifestyle changes. It can treat fat-resistant areas of exercise and diet. Each fat cell increases in size and volume when an individual gains weight. In isolated areas, liposuction reduces the number of fat cells. Before deciding whether to proceed, people should discuss the pros and cons of liposuction with their doctor. Only after careful consideration should liposuction be performed.

The following body areas are usually targeted for the treatment of liposuction:

• abdomen
• back
• buttocks
• chest
• inner knees
• hips
• flanks (love handles)
• the neckline and the area under the chin
• thighs, both "saddlebags," or outer thighs, and inner thighs
• upper arms

Liposuction Surgery works best for those with good skin tone and elasticity, where the skin molds into new contours. People whose skin lacks elasticity may end up in areas where the procedure was performed with loose - looking skin.

The person must be in good health and over 18 years of age. Those with problems with circulation or blood flow, such as coronary artery disease, diabetes, or a weakened immune system, should not have liposuction.

Benefits of Liposuction

Liposuction is usually performed for cosmetic purposes, but sometimes it is used to treat certain conditions.

• Lymphedema: A chronic or long - term condition in which tissue collects excess fluid known as lymph, causing edema or swelling. The edema occurs frequently in the arms or legs. Swelling, discomfort, and pain are sometimes used to reduce liposuction.
• Gynecomastia: Sometimes fat builds up under the breasts of a man.
• Lipodystrophy syndrome: In one part of the body, fat accumulates and is lost in another. By providing a more natural - looking body fat distribution, liposuction can improve the appearance of the patient.
• Extreme weight loss after obesity: A person with morbid obesity who loses at least 40 percent of their BMI may need treatment to remove excess skin and other abnormalities.
• Lipomas: These are tumors that are benign and fat.

Results of Liposuction

Until the inflammation goes down, the results of liposuction will not be clear. This may take several months in some cases. After about 4 weeks, most of the swelling settles, and the area where fat has been removed should appear less voluminous.

Usually, people who keep their weight can expect permanent results. After the procedure, those who gain weight may find that their fat distribution changes. Those who had previously accumulated fat in their hips might find that the new problem area is their buttocks.