Body Contour Surgery (Liposuction)
Liposuction involves removing specific areas of diet-resistant fat, such as the outer thighs, arms, hips, neck, and abdomen with the use of a narrow metal tube called a cannula, attached to a vacuum. If your only problem is excess fat, then lipo is a good choice. However, if you have loose skin or stretch marks, your skin will not tighten and in some case it may look worse after suction assisted lipectomy (SAL).
Liposuction gets rid of fats in the deep layer; it will not get rid of your cellulite nor is it a substitute for weight loss. Lipo-sculpturing is the term used to take out fats in specific areas to contour the body. Fats taken from liposuction may be processed and transferred through injection to specific areas which need fullness like the face and buttocks. If you have excess skin, other procedures may be used like the tummy tuck, an arm lift or a thigh lift.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to liposuction and fat transfer, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Dr. Recasata will then provide you with the comprehensive information you need for you to decide on the perfect procedure that would match your concern.
Liposuction gets rid of fats in the deep layer; it will not get rid of your cellulite nor is it a substitute for weight loss. Lipo-sculpturing is the term used to take out fats in specific areas to contour the body. Fats taken from liposuction may be processed and transferred through injection to specific areas which need fullness like the face and buttocks. If you have excess skin, other procedures may be used like the tummy tuck, an arm lift or a thigh lift.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to liposuction and fat transfer, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Dr. Recasata will then provide you with the comprehensive information you need for you to decide on the perfect procedure that would match your concern.
What to expect if you have liposuction
- Anesthesia: Local, sedation or general
- Location of operation: Faces & Curves Surgical Center or Hospital
- Length of surgery: 1-2 hours / area
- Length of stay: Outpatient (Home on the same day), may require confinement for multiple areas
- Discomfort: Mild to moderate pain under medication for 7-10 days may feel needle pricks even up to 3 months
- Medications / smoking: (Aspirin, Vit. E, Gingko Biloba, etc.) Stop smoking at least 10 days prior to surgery and resumed 2 weeks thereafter. Antibiotics may be prescribed.
- Swelling and bruising: Will be mostly gone 2-3 weeks
- Dressing / bandages: Binders are kept place for a minimum of 2 weeks
- Removal of stitches: 3rd or 5th day
- Complications: Prolonged swelling, bleeding, infection, fat embolus, irregularities, dimples, discolouration, fluid collection
- Return to work: You may do so 5-7 days, appearance and mild discomfort are your limiting factors.
- Exercise: May be resumed on the 3rd week
- Sun protection: At least 3 months with SPF 15 or higher
- Final result: Seen 3-6 months
- Average cost: Available upon request
Liposuction - Before & After Examples
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