It´s a surgical procedure by suctioning out localized collections of fat with minimal scarring. A vacuum device is inserted through short, small incisions near the fatty areas located in the subcutaneous.
- What Liposuction is indicated for?
It is indicated to fat accumulation in areas like cheeks, jowls and neck; upper arms; breast or chest areas; back; abdomen and waist; hips and buttocks; inner and outer thighs; inner knee; calves and ankles.
- What are the cares before the surgery?
The patient must consult a plastic surgeon to an efficient clinical and laboratorial condition evaluation and even the surgical indication.
- Can the Liposuction carried through a doctor´s office?
No. The Liposuction must be done in an appropriate place, where all the surgical procedures can be taken (surgical center with all necessary equipment to a safe surgery).
- If the patient is inelastic, can he be submitted to a Liposuction?
In principle no, because the inelasticity of the skin can get worse. However, patients that still have enough elasticity to achieve a smooth contour, a moderated subcutaneous fat removal is allowed.
- Does Liposuction leave scars?
It leaves 3 to 4 mm scars that are made in unseen areas.
- Does Liposuction leave hematomas?
Yes. It varies from one patient to another. Generally, it appears in a 20-day-period.
Is Liposuction indicated for overall weight loss of obese people?
No. The obese person must consult an or a nutritionist who can guide him correctly.
- How long will it take me to return to the gym after the surgery?
Moderated physical activity is allowed after one week and intensive physical activity after a month.
- What kind of anesthesia is used in Liposuction?
The anesthesiologist decides the sort of anesthesia. It varies according to the quantity and the potential surgical areas. It can be local, regional and general.
- Will repairs be necessary after the Liposuction?
Eventually it is necessary to do small repairs that are normally done with local anesthesia and syringe.