LIPOSUCTION FAQs
What are the risks and complications involved with having liposuction?
As with any surgery, there are risks involved. Some possible risks associated with liposuction are contour irregularities, dimpling, waviness, permanent bruising and numbness. However, having a qualified plastic surgeon perform your surgery minimizes the chances of complications. Dr. Weniger will fully present any risk possibilities to you during your consultation.
Who are the best candidates for liposuction?
Healthy patients with localized deposits of fat (in diet-resistant areas) and good skin elasticity generally are the best candidates.
Is liposuction safe?
It is safe when performed by a qualified surgeon who is experienced with the latest liposuction techniques. It is safer to have it performed in a hospital or out-patient facility along with a board certified anesthesiologist.
Is the fat removal permanent?
Adults have a fixed number of fat cells part of which are permanently removed with liposuction. The remaining fat cells can grow larger, especially if you don't maintain a healthy diet and exercise regime. Problem spots can return, although weight gain after liposuction will usually be distributed elsewhere more than in the original problem areas.
How long will it take before I will see the way I will look?
The new body shape begins to emerge immediately. It could take up to three to six months for all of the swelling to resolve.
Is liposuction painful?
With newer, state-of-the-art techniques, most patients feel less discomfort than they once did. Most patients describe the discomfort as soreness, comparable to a bruise. Also, the long-acting local anesthetic solution that is used during the procedure minimizes the pain immediately following the procedure. Pain pills are given for the following days. Patients are usually feeling much improved in a few days.
Is liposuction a replacement for diet and exercise?
Liposuction is an excellent way to contour the body, but is most effective on localized areas of fat, and is not intended as a replacement for diet and exercise. Lliposuction is less of a weight loss procedure and more of a reshaping method.
