What A Facelift Procedure Can Do For You

Facelift surgery is becoming increasingly popular due to its dramatic

effect on wrinkles and increasing options on how to perform. Learn more

about this dynamic treatment here.



Liposuction is an elective cosmetic procedure designed to remove excess

or additional fat deposits from areas of the body. Certain areas are

more popular than others, including the midsection, love handles, and

thighs. The ultimate goal of liposuction surgery is to improve

self-image and self-esteem by enhancing body contours, proportion and

overall silhouette. Both men and women can benefit from this procedure.

The results may be subtle or dramatic, depending on the goals of the

patient and how extensive their excess fat deposits are.



Also known as lipoplasty, liposuction is an invasive surgical procedure

targeted at the general population. Patients that make good candidates

for this procedure are men and women in good overall health. Even with a

reasonably healthy lifestyle and exercise regimen, some men and women

are genetically programmed to carry fat deposits around with them. These

stubborn areas can be particularly frustrating when they persist

despite their best efforts. Liposuction focuses on these areas and helps

to slim problem spots while enhancing the person’s overall shape.

Isolated problem spots such as the upper arms, thighs, or buttocks can

be treated relatively easily with minimal scarring.



It is important to keep in mind that liposuction is not a replacement

for a healthy diet and exercise regimen. It is designed to complement

healthy food choices, not replace them. It is also important to remember

that liposuction results are not permanent. The fat can easily be

gained back if and when those healthy diet and exercise habits lapse.



As with other invasive cosmetic surgeries, liposuction comes with a wide

variety of risks and side effects. The recovery period includes

soreness for ten days to two weeks. The post-operative instructions from

your plastic surgeon should be followed closely to help speed healing

and minimize downtime. Your surgeon may provide you with compression

garments or bandages to minimize swelling and help form your new body

contours. The doctor may also prescribe certain medications to help

alleviate pain or prevent infection. Signs of infection that should be

immediately reported to your doctor include increased pain, redness or

inflammation around the incision site.



Perhaps one of the most important decisions you will make about your

liposuction surgery will be choosing the plastic surgeon that will

perform the operation. Take the time and care to find a surgeon you

trust and like and who is willing to address your questions and concerns

openly. You should feel comfortable discussing your expectations with

him or her and verify that they are board certified in plastic surgery.

State licensure does not limit a physician to only practicing in the

specialty area that they trained in. Check with the American Society of

Plastic Surgeons to find a doctor that has completed as least five years

of surgical training with at least two years sub-specializing in

plastic surgery.