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What you should know about liposuction

Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty, liposculpture, and suction-assisted lipectomy, is a surgical procedure used to remove subcutaneous fat from specific body sites by using a suction vacuum. Liposuction works best where there are areas of localized fat deposits and good overlying skin tone. This is effective method of removing unwanted fat deposits that do not respond to diet or exercise. Liposuction is particularly well suited to women who are at or near their ideal body weight and still have fat deposits.

Surgeon

Liposuction is a dramatic tool that can enhance a person’s self image. This cosmetic surgery is performed by a highly trained, board certified specialist using advanced equipment.

Who is the best candidate?

Liposuction is not for everyone. Patients with significant medical problems, patients who have poor skin tone or inelasticity, and patients who are taking anticoagulants should not undergo liposuction. If you are considering liposuction, you obviously need to lose weight to get your body ready for the operation and can eventually assist you in maintaining your liposuction result.

The risks of liposuction

Liposuction is surgically risky, and anyone considering it should investigate the procedure thoroughly. The risk of having a complication after liposuction surgery is usually directly related to the amount of fat that is removed.