Liposuction (Lipoplasty)
Liposuction (lipoplasty) is particularly well-suited for women and men who are of relatively normal weight but have isolated pockets of fat that cause certain areas of their body to appear disproportionate. These localized fat deposits may sometimes be an inherited trait and typically do not respond to dieting or exercise. Liposuction is often the only way to eliminate them.
While it is possible to undergo liposuction at almost any age, you will obtain the best results if your skin still has enough elasticity to achieve a smooth contour following fat removal. When skin is inelastic, as in some older patients, it may not redrape well and a skin tightening procedure may be necessary.
- Am I a good candidate for liposuction?
- How will my plastic surgeon evaluate me for liposuction?
- What are some variations to the liposuction technique?
- I understand that every surgical procedure has risks, but how will I learn more...
- How should I prepare for surgery?
- What will the day of surgery be like?
- How will I look initially?
- When can I resume my normal activities?
- How long will the results last?
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