Liposuction removes stubborn local fat deposits with thin cannulas despite diet and exercise. It is a body-contouring procedure, not a weight-loss method.
Who may be a candidate?
- People close to their ideal weight with fat in specific areas
- People with sufficient skin elasticity
- People in good general health with realistic expectations
The procedure
- It can be applied to areas such as the abdomen, waist, thighs, arms or under the chin.
- Local, sedation or general anaesthesia can be chosen depending on the extent.
- Fat is removed through small incisions with cannulas.
Recovery
- Swelling, bruising and tenderness ease over weeks.
- Compression garments as advised by your physician are worn.
- Your physician determines when to return to heavy exercise.
The result
Fat cells that are removed do not come back; remaining cells can still grow with weight gain. Balanced eating and an active life help keep the result.
This article is general information; diagnosis and treatment decisions are always made after a physician's examination.
This article is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation. Consult a physician for a personal assessment.
