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What is Liposuction?
by Wally Singer
Liposuction is the surgical removal of excess fat to achieve a more slender and contoured appearance. There are many different types of liposuction, but all of the techniques involve the use of a steel tube known as a cannula that breaks up and sucks out the unwanted fat beneath the patient's skin. Liposuction has been associated with certain complications, but remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in America. Read on for an overview of the liposuction procedure and the results it can bring.
First, liposuction should not be used as a substitute for healthy weight loss. Once the patient is at or near their ideal weight, they can have liposuction performed to sculpt problem areas. The abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and the backs of the arms are common liposuction sites, but the surgery can be performed almost anywhere that fat deposits are found.
Before the procedure, patients meet with the cosmetic surgeon of their choice for a consultation. During this time, the patient is screened for any conditions that would make then an unsuitable candidate for the surgery. Such conditions include diabetes, heart disease, a suppressed immune system, or any circulatory problems. If the patient meets all the criteria, they will be scheduled for surgery.
On the day of the procedure, patients should show up to the surgery center free of body lotions or perfumes. The skin will be cleaned, and general anesthesia will be administered. Once the patient is unconscious, the surgeon creates a series of tiny incisions in the area that will receive liposuction. These cuts are very small, just a fraction of an inch in length. By inserting the cannula through each incision and moving it back and forth, the doctor breaks up and suctions out the unwanted fat. Fluids are administered to the patient to keep them hydrated during the procedure.
On the day of the procedure, patients should show up to the surgery center free of body lotions or perfumes. The skin will be cleaned, and general anesthesia will be administered. Once the patient is unconscious, the surgeon creates a series of tiny incisions in the area that will receive liposuction. These cuts are very small, just a fraction of an inch in length. By inserting the cannula through each incision and moving it back and forth, the doctor breaks up and suctions out the unwanted fat. Fluids are administered to the patient to keep them hydrated during the procedure.
Some doctors use liposuction techniques that involve pumping fluid into the surgery site or using cannulas that vibrate rapidly to break up fatty deposits more efficiently. Talk to your cosmetic surgeon about the techniques they use, and be sure to voice any questions or concerns you have about the procedure.
Are you interested in cosmetic surgery? Treatments such as tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation can help you achieve your goal. Speak with a cosmetic surgeon to learn more about your treatment of choice.
About the Author
Wally Singer is a freelance writer living in Brooklyn.
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