Are liposuction results permanent?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure during which a suction technique is used to remove extra fat from specific areas of the body. Liposuction can be performed on different areas of the body like hips, abdomen, buttocks, arms, neck, or thighs. Liposuction can also help in creating a proper shape or contours in the body.

Liposuction is also known as lipoplasty. This is not an overall weight loss method or weight loss alternative. This is because patients can only get liposuction done when they are within 30% of their ideal body weight.

Keep reading to learn more about liposuction and if this procedure produces permanent results.

Why Is Liposuction Done?

Liposuction is done to provide the ideal contours to the body and get rid of extra fat in different areas of the body like:

• Abdomen
• Upper arms
• Buttocks
• Calves
• Ankles
• Hips
• Thighs
• Neck
• Chin

Liposuction as a treatment method can also be used for breast reduction or treatment of gynecomastia. It should also be noted that liposuction produces great results in patients with good skin elasticity.

If one wishes to get this treatment done, he or she should be in good health and without medical conditions that can complicate surgeries. The patient should also have realistic expectations from the procedure.

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How To Prepare For Liposuction?

Before the procedure, the patient should discuss what he or she can expect from the surgery. During this step, the surgeon will review the medical history of the patient. Also, discuss if you can continue taking any medication that you might be consuming.

Beyond this, the surgeon might also recommend the patient stop taking certain medications like blood thinners at least three weeks prior to the surgery. The patient might also need to get certain lab tests done before the procedure.

Beyond this, it is also a good idea to get somebody to drive you home and stay with you for at least the first night after the procedure. If you have any questions, you should also speak to your plastic surgeon.

What Happens During Liposuction?

Before conducting the procedure, the surgeon will mark circles and lines on different areas of the body to be treated. Photos may also be taken to compare the type of result the patient has received.

There are also different techniques that the patient might employ while performing liposuction. Some of these different techniques are tumescent liposuction, Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction (UAL), Laser-Assisted Liposuction (LAL), Vaser, and Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL).

During the surgery, the medical team will monitor the patient’s heart rate, blood pressure, and blood oxygen levels. This is done to ensure that the patient is calm and relaxed throughout the surgical procedure.

The procedure can last from a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the extent and volume of fat removal. Depending on the extent of the surgery, the patient might also be asked to stay overnight or can be discharged on the same day.

What Happens After Liposuction?

After the liposuction is done, the patient can expect some pain, swelling, and bruising to appear. This is common and is not something that one should worry about. The plastic surgeon might also prescribe some medications to help control the pain along with some antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.

After the procedure, the surgeon will also place temporary drains to promote fluid drainage. The patient will also be asked to wear tight compression garments for a few weeks after the surgery. This is done to ensure good results and reduce swelling.

Beyond this, the patient should also wait for a few days before returning to work. One must complete proper rest before resuming normal activities like exercise. During the recovery, the patient can also expect some contour irregularities as the remaining fat settles into position.

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The Liposuction Results

After the recovery, it can take a few weeks for the swelling to subside completely. During this time, the treated area may appear a bit bulky. But this will resolve within a few weeks and after that, the patient can expect the treated area to have a leaner appearance.

Apart from this, patients should also remember that liposuction results are permanent. Those fat cells that have been removed will not come back. But these results must also be maintained. The patient should also follow a proper diet to maintain the liposuction results.

With age, it is also normal for the skin to lose some firmness. Still, the liposuction results are generally long-lasting if the patient maintains the weight. If a patient gains weight after liposuction, the fat distribution might change.

Get Great Liposuction Results At Divine Cosmetic Surgery

Divine Cosmetic Surgery has an amazing team of medical experts who always go above and beyond to ensure that all patients receive the best quality treatments. These experts work under the guidance of Dr. Amit Gupta, who is one of the best plastic surgeons in India with 20+ years of experience.

Dr. Amit Gupta has performed thousands of liposuction procedures where he has provided patients with the best quality results. He uses the best that science and technology have to offer to make sure that his patients are able to get their desired results.

Book your first consultation with Dr. Amit Gupta at Divine Cosmetic Surgery to get permanent liposuction results!

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