Liposuction

Liposuction, also known as "lipoplasty", can help to contour the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas. There have been several developments in liposuction technique in the last 10 years. New liposuction techniques introduced include the tumescent technique, ultrasound assisted lipoplasty, and the super wet technique These new methods give patients more precise results and faster recovery times. Liposuction is an excellent supplement to exercise and eating healthy. Some fatty areas refuse to respond to traditional weight loss methods. Liposuction can help you to remove these to help enhance your body shape. Fat can be removed from the buttocks, thighs, knees, abdomen, hips, upper arms, neck, chin and cheeks.

A small, inconspicuos incision is made, near where the fat will be removed. A narrow tube used to vacuum the fat layer that lies deep beneath the skin. The tube is used to breaking up the fat cells by pushing then pulling it through the fat layer. After the fat is broken p it is suctioned out. Often before liposuction begins a fluid solution containing saline and a local anesthetic is injected into the area to be treated. This helps to break up the fatty deposits, reduce blood loss, manage pain and minimize brusing.

It is important to remember that Liposuction cannot change your body type. You should ideally be of normal weight for your height. The best candidates for Liposuction surgery have isolated pockets of excess fat and good skin elasticity.