Choosing Liposculpture
Liposculpture or liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that removes fat from the body permanently. It is used to reshape the body and provide a more aesthetically pleasing look for various areas of the body. The thighs is a common area for a liposculpture procedure. Liposculpture or liposuction is the most commonly performed surgery in the U.S.
The fat that collects in the thighs on the outer side and the inner thigh are some of the most difficult to remove from the body. Even after a significant weight loss, some patients still have fat deposits in these areas which can be frustrating for some. The surgery can eliminate those deposits of fat and finally remove those last few problem areas. Losing weight in every other part of the body, but having fat deposits remain in the thigh area can result in an unbalanced look.
Considering Liposculpture
Those that are considering a liposculpture procedure should do some research on the procedure first before they make a final decision. It is important that you understand what you should expect and what to expect during your recovery. Finding a board certified plastic surgeon should be your first step after you decide to have the surgery. But in the meantime, make sure that you understand what is involved in a liposculpture surgery.
The procedure will typically take between one and two hours for each area that is receiving treatment. The actual amount of fat that is removed from the body is quite small. This allows doctors to perform a liposculpture on an out-patient basis. The anesthesia that is used will depend on yours and the doctor’s preference. It can be performed with a local anesthesia or a general anesthesia. If it is expected that the surgery will take a long period of time, the use of a general anesthesia is likely. Many patients are allowed to return home within a few hours, but there are some patients who will spend a night in the hospital if the surgery has been lengthy.
Recovery From Liposculpture
After the surgery, you are likely to feel tired and as though your body has undergone an extreme physical activity. You will feel sore and stiff and there may be some swelling and bleeding. Some patients experience numbness in their limbs and even bleeding. The doctor will prescribe medication to help you handle the pain.
Risk of infection is something that complicates the liposculpture procedure. The doctor may insert a drainage tube under your skin to drain excess fluids. Antibiotics may also be prescribed to prevent infection. You will also be given a compression garment to wear for up to six weeks after the liposculpture surgery. This is worn to reduce the swelling and the pain after the surgery.
You should expect that your doctor will encourage light activity as soon as possible. You may be able to return to work within a few days of the surgery, but you will not fully recover for several weeks. Avoid strenuous activity during at least six weeks after the liposculpture surgery.
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