Liposuction

Introduction
Liposuction is a procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, cheeks and neck. Liposuction can remove areas of fat that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss methods.

The Surgery
Liposuction may be performed in the clinic or in a hospital depending on the amount of unwanted fat. Through a tiny incision, a narrow tube or cannula is inserted and used to vacuum the fat layer that lies deep beneath the skin. Fluid injection, a mixture of intravenous salt solution, lidocaine (a local anesthesic) and epinephrine (a drug that contracts blood vessels), helps the fat be removed more easily, reduces blood loss and provides anesthesia during and after surgery. 

What Are The Risks Involved?
Liposuction is normally safe. However, though they are rare, complications can occur such as infection and hematoma.

After The Surgery 
To control swelling and to help your skin better fit its new contours, you may be fitted with a snug elastic garment to wear over the treated area for six weeks. You will begin to feel better about a week or two and you should be back at work within a few days following your surgery.

Finally,
After about six months, any persistent mild swelling usually disappears and the final contour will be visible. You may find that you are more comfortable in a wide variety of clothes and more at ease with your body.