Liposuction Surgery - Know More About It!

Liposuction is a body contouring cosmetic procedure that helps removal of excess fat cells from the body which is resistant to both diet and exercise by a suction technique. Liposuction can be done under general anesthesia if the regions are extensive and multiple or even under local anesthesia with sedation when the region is small. A tumescent solution containing an agent called lidocaine (numbing solution) and epinephrine (to reduce bleeding) is infiltrated to the region to be liposuctioned prior to the procedure.

Liposuction removes fat deposits from various regions like: 

1. Thighs.

2. Hips and buttocks.

3. Abdomen and waist.

4. Upper arms.

5. Back.

6. Around the knee.

7. Chest area.

8. Cheeks, chin and neck.

9. Calves and ankles.

Liposuction is not a weight reduction procedure nor is it a treatment for cellulite.

Various techniques adopted for liposuction are:

1. Traditional Liposuction: This is a suction assisted procedure whereby fat is sucked out through a cannula placed under the skin and connected to high-pressure vacuum suction. 

2. Ultrasonic Liposuction: This uses a specialized cannula that emits ultrasonic sound waves into the fat deposits to liquefy them making easier removal by suction.

3. Power-Assisted Liposuction: This is carried out by employing a cannula that has a vibrating tip that enables surgeons to break up fat cells for easier removal.

4. Laser-Assisted Liposuction: This breaks down fat cells using laser energy.

More and more people are turning to liposuction to help achieve their aesthetic goals. Patients benefit both mentally and physically from liposuction. In fact, liposuction has become one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world because it is a safe and effective way to remove excess fat from your body. 

In short, liposuction is an effective method of fat removal which contours your body and boosts your self-esteem and image.