What is Liposuction?

The topic of fat loss remains as popular as ever. When it comes to tackling the stubborn fat that just won’t seem to go away, liposuction is one of the best procedures available.

Although you may have heard of Liposuction before, you may want to know, what is liposuction exactly? And how does it work? This blog will answer these questions for you.

Liposuction is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery. Given that it can be used to achieve your ideal body, it is not difficult to see why liposuction is the most effective way to achieve your desired result.

Again, liposuction removes stubborn fat on the body from those trouble areas, even for those who are at their ideal weight. Fat can be particularly resistant around the abdomen, upper arms or thighs. The chin and sides (also known as “love handles”) can be particularly problematic for men while the hips, thighs and buttocks are commonly more problematic for women.

If you have unwanted fat that doesn't seem to go away, despite your best efforts, liposuction may be for you. Many men and women try to target fat through diet and exercise, but spot reduction does not work like this. In other words, you cannot control where you lose fat. Spot reduction is possible with liposuction.

Liposuction is also ideal for those who want to improve their figure; for example, some people may carry more weight in specific areas of their body, even though they are at the size they want to be.

Ultimately, liposuction will improve your confidence, self-esteem and your overall quality of life.

Liposuction that is performed by an experienced surgeon in an equipped facility is safe. The risks increase as you treat multiple areas or treating a large area at one time. Otherwise, liposuction is a safe procedure.

Liposuction does result in several different side effects, including temporary swelling, bruising, soreness, and numbness around the areas that were treated. Irritation and minor scarring around the incisions is also another common side effect as is baggy or rippling skin (however, the skin will tighten after a few months).

Maintaining a healthy weight after liposuction is also very important. This is not only important for preventing new fat from forming in a different place, but it will also prevent new fat from growing around your organs, such as your heart or liver, which can be particularly harmful for your health, more so than fat stored near the surface of your body.

There are many benefits of liposuction, the most obvious of which is, of course, safe and quicker fat loss, without the need for going on a strict diet or for engaging in intense exercise.

Liposuction enhances the shape and contour of the body; it effectively sculpts your body to get the results you have always wanted. Results can also be seen immediately, as soon as the swelling has gone down. The results will continue to improve the following six months after the procedure as well.

Assuming that you eat healthy and remain active, the results of liposuction are also long-lasting. The reduction in fat loss can improve overall health. This is because in order to maintain your amazing results, you are more inclined to change your lifestyle only for the better. You will want to ensure that you’re eating healthy and remain active to maintain your weight and continue to adopt a new lifestyle.

And, of course, liposuction can boost confidence, self-esteem and encourage positive changes to look and feel your best!

While recovery for any type of surgery can always vary based on the individual, recovery time is roughly one to two weeks for most individuals. This is also dependent upon how much liposuction has been done and the extent of the procedure(s).

Most people can safely return to exercise anywhere from two weeks to one month, but this will be based on your own surgeon’s recommendations. In any case, it could take several months before the swelling completely subsides.

Liposuction is the leading way to eliminate the stubborn fat that doesn’t seem to leave, regardless of exercise or diet. The result is an enhanced body shape, improved confidence and wellbeing, as well as improved health.

If you are looking to undergo liposuction, consider the Breast and Tummy Tuck Center. Dr. Niessen has been practicing since 1997. He offers the only private, fully accredited surgical centre in the area.