Colorado City Breast Liposuction
What is liposuction?
Liposuciton is a procedure that helps remove excess fat from specific areas of the body that are a concern. Most commonly, liposuction is performed in specific areas of the body where it is difficult to obtain a desired shape. For example, many women have excess fat on lower part of thier abdomen that is difficult to get rid of even after exercise. These areas can be improved and flattend with liposuction. Liposuction can also be used throughout the abdomen, thighs, arms and face to help improve contour deformities.
Who is not a good candidate for liposuction?
Patients who have excess skin associated with the areas they are looking to improve may not be a good candidate for liposuction. Many of these patients would benefit from other operations such as a tummy tuck where both the skin and fatty tissue is removed.
What are the risks associated with liposuction surgery?
Liposuction is a safe procedure and can be performed as an outpatient procedure. There are some risks associated with liposuction. The most common risks include bleeding, infection, contour irregularities, and need for touch up operations in the future. The risks associated with the surgery increase with the amount of fatty tissue that is being removed.
What technique will the surgeon use to perform the liposuction?
I use a combination of traditional liposuction and VASER liposuction. Both techniques require several small (1 cm) incisions to allow the passage of metal cannulas through the fat layers of the area undergoing liposuction. Initially, the VASER liposuction cannula is used to break down the fatty tissue. This cannula emits an ultrasonic wave that breaks down the fatty tissue, prevents bleeding, and tightens the skin. After this has been performed, a small cannula is used to remove the fatty tissue.
How long is the recovery period?
Liposuction is generally well tolerated. Our liposuction patients wear a compression garment for 2-3 weeks, as it helps reduce swelling after liposuction. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Once any soreness decreases, it is often more comfortable to wear lycra or spandex exercise pants. Bruising and swelling usually subside in two to four weeks. The final result takes shape over three to six months. Most patients can return to work several days after surgery with few restrictions.
