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A fit and well proportioned body is often considered a symbol of health and vitality.But despite good health and reasonable.
Level of fitness,some individuals may still have a body with disproportinate contour due to localised fat deposits.These areas may be due to heredity or family traits rather than a lack oof weight control or fitness.
If u are bothered by excess fat deposits,located anywhere on your face or body,that do not respond to diet or exercise,Liposuction may be right for you in general,Liposuction slims and reshapes specific areas of the body by removing localised or regional excess fat deposits,improving your body contours and proportions and ultimately enhancing yourself-image.
The best way to learn how Liposuction can help fulfill your personal goals is consultation with a plastic surgeon.
What is Liposuction?
Liposuction, also called Lipoplasty or suction Lipectomy is the surgical removal of localised or regional excess fatty tissue.There are 3 common variations to the procedure:
- Traditional Liposuction,simply defined as surgical suctioning of excess fat deposits.
- The tumescent technique that requires an infusion of saline solution,with added adrenaline and possibly anesthetic prior to removal of excess fat.
- Ultrasound-assisted Lipoplasty (UAL),where ultrasonic energy is used to liquify excess fat prior to surgecial suctioning.
These techniques may be used to reduce localized fat deposits of the:
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| Breast or Chest areas |
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| Hips and buttocks |
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| Calves and Ankles |
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In some cases,Liposuction is performed alone,In others cases it is used with plastic surgery procedures such as Face lift,male or female breast reduction or a tummy tuck.Liposuction is not a treatment for obesity or a substitute for proper diet and exercise.It is also not an effective treatment for sellulite,the dimpled skin that typically appears on the thighs,hips and buttocks.
Liposuction can,however,permanently reshape body contour where excess fat deposits create areas that or disproportinatory large in an otherwise balanced figure.Ideal candidates or adults of any age with in 30% of their ideal weight and with firn,Elastic skin and good muscle tone.
Good candidates are defined as :
- Healthy individuals who do not have a life-threatening illness of medical condition that can impair healing
- Non-smoker
- Individuals with a positive outlook and specific goals in mind for improving their body image.
- Special considerations may be necessary for individuals with diabetes,high blood pressures,heart disease or previous srugery to the treatment area.
Where do I begin?
A consultation with your plastic surgeon is the first step to learn how Liposuction can improve body contour by removing excess localised fat deposits. A consultation is designed to fully educate you about Liposuction in a non-pressured environment and will include a discussion of:
- A discussion of your goals and an evaluation of your individual case.
- The options available in surgical Liposuction.
- The likely outcomes of Liposuction and any risks or potential complications.
- The course of treatment recommended by your plastic surgeon.
Your plastic surgeon also answers your questions.
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