Liposuction is used to remove excess fat from the male or female body. Liposuction is used to surgically remove excess fat from the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, neck, chin, upper and back of the arms, calves, back, breasts, contouring under the knees and ankles, etc., but it does not directly remove skin.
Types of Liposuction :-
Tumescent liposuction – In this procedure, the surgeon injects a saline solution as well as epinephrine and painkillers into the patient’s fatty body part, which causes the patient’s blood vessels to shrink. This solution reduces blood loss during surgery and also helps remove fat.
Laser-assisted liposuction – This type of liposuction uses laser technology to break down adipose tissue. It also plumps and tightens the skin by increasing collagen production. A laser probe is inserted into the targeted area to break up the adipose tissue with laser energy and is removed via a suction device.
Power-assisted liposuction (PAL): Power-assisted liposuction uses a small, stainless steel instrument (cannula) that moves back and forth over your fat to break it up. The cannula makes it easier for your surgeon to remove fat and the procedure is more precise.
Ultrasound liposuction UAL: This procedure is used in combination with traditional liposuction. During UAL, the surgeon inserts a metal rod into the surgical site that delivers a specific type of energy under the skin. This energy opens up the fat-cell walls and breaks down the fat into smaller parts. This helps remove excess fat easily.
Why Liposuction is necessary :-
Liposuction surgery is mainly done to remove excess fat accumulated in the body. However, this surgery does not help in reducing obesity. In such a situation, it should not be seen as an obesity reducing or weight reducing surgical procedure. This surgery removes excess fat from those parts of the body where fat cannot be reduced even through exercise, yoga or other measures. Excess fat accumulated in the stomach, thighs, buttocks, neck, chin, upper and back parts of the arms, calves, back, breasts, skin below the knees and ankles etc. can be removed through liposuction surgery.
Myths & Facts about Liposuction :-
Myth #1: Liposuction is an effective weight loss tool.
The reality is that liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. Rather, it is for patients who are looking for a body shaping treatment.
Myth #2: Liposuction only provides temporary results.
Liposuction successfully removes fat from various areas of the body permanently.
Myth #3: Liposuction is only for wome.
Both men and women can benefit from liposuction.
Who is a candidate for liposuction?
Adults who are slightly overweight.
People who have firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone.
Adults who are in good overall health.
People who have body fat deposits that do not respond well to diet and exercise.
Non-smokers.
People who have realistic goals for the outcome of the procedure.
Benefits of Liposuction :-
Improves body contours which may not be possible even with diet or exercise.
Liposuction has been scientifically proven to reduce cholesterol. This leads to weight loss over time.
Reduces the risk of type-2 diabetes in obese patients.
Many people suffer from severe pain in knee joints, hip pain or lower back pain due to heavy fat bulges around the torso.
Who are not able to follow a fitness routine or go to the gym and workout.
Risk in Liposuction :-
Liposuction surgery is done after giving anesthesia. That is, pain is not felt during liposuction. But sometime discomfort can be felt after liposuction which can be very well treated with medications.
It is common to feel swelling, redness and bruises after liposuction which usually subside by its own and can be prevented with cold pack applications.
there is a risk of nerve damage and sensory impairments. But if done a trained plastic surgeon this risk can be minimised.
After liposuction, special clothes and diet have to be followed. Talk to the doctor about these also beforehand.
Conclusion :-
Liposuction surgery can provide you with a permanent solution to get rid of stubborn fat deposits.
If you have tried diet and exercise but are unable to reduce your fat mass, talk to your surgeon about what liposuction is and how it can help you.
7. Why Choose Us :-
Dr. Saurabh Rawat: Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon in Jaipur
Educational Background & Professional Practice :-
Earned a Master of Surgery (MS) degree from the Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi.
Received specialized training in cancer surgery at Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, Mumbai.
Completed super-specialization and M.Ch in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery from the prestigious Post-Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.
Engages in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
