Liposuction
Liposuction removes stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. This fat is often more influenced by genetics than by diet or lifestyle.OUR PROCEDURE
Liposuction can be done in a doctor's office, or a good surgical center/facility, depending on the type being conducted. An anesthetic is given to the patient before the procedure. Both local and general anesthesia is available depending on how much liposuction is being administered. A general anesthetic will put you to sleep during the operation.
The physician carefully marks the areas that are to be sculpted with guidelines. Once the anesthesia has taken effect, small cuts are made in the patient's skin. A suction device is put into the cut, and fat is removed via the use of suction. The length of time that this procedure takes will depend on how much fat is being withdrawn from the body.
The Liposuction is designed to:
- Remove stubborn, localized fat deposits from the abdomen and waist.
- Shape the profile by reducing unwanted fat beneath the chin and on the neck
- Reduce the size and change the shape of the upper and lower back.
- Refine body contours by targeting excess fat on the thighs and hips
- Improve the appearance of the buttocks using subtle contouring and reducing bulkiness.
- Address small pockets of fat in the cheeks and other delicate facial areas.
Types of Liposuction
There are some different variations of this technique. Tumescent liposuction involves injecting a solution into the fatty tissues of the body. This means that it is a lot easier to remove the fat from your body. It is a procedure that will ease your pain when you’ve finished the surgery. Other forms of liposuction are Ultrasound-Assisted (Vaser), Laser-Assisted, and Power-Assisted (PAL) techniques. In both ultrasound and laser techniques, fat is liquefied for easier removal. The ultrasound technique liquefies fat with sound waves, whereas the laser technique liquefies the fat with heat. These methods cut down on bruising and swelling for faster healing and recovery. In the PAL technique, power produces either oscillations or vibrations to help break up fatty tissue as it is being removed.
Similar Procedures?
Fat Transfers are a natural way to use the fat taken from your body with liposuction to reshape areas of body that needs volume, such as:
- Face Fat Transfer
- Breast Fat Transfer
- Hand Fat Transfer
- Buttocks Fat Transfer
Fat transfer/grafting is only feasible with regular liposuction. Laser-assisted lipo melts away fat and cannot be transferred.
Getting a Liposuction
Liposuction itself is the removal of fat from the body. This fat can then be placed into another body part to reform or reshape it and improve its cosmetic appearance. As with any form of cosmetic surgery, it is important to undergo a consultation and speak with your surgeon. When you book an appointment with Mexico Cosmetic Center, we will sit down with you and ask a series of questions regarding your reasons for undergoing the surgery in the first place. They will also give you as much information about the operation as possible. This will include what risks are involved during the procedure as well as how long the recovery period will be. Your surgeon will also speak to you regarding various other things that will occur during the proceedings.
Aftercare for Liposuction
Anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, pain medications, and medical garments will be provided to the patient after the surgery has been completed. This is to ensure that the patient makes a full recovery. Those who undergo this procedure will need to have someone with them to help them travel home safely. You will probably feel sleepy and weak after the procedure, and, therefore, it is a good idea to have a close friend or family member around so that they can help you.
More Information
With regard to the procedure itself, liposuction will usually take between two to four hours. Those who undergo the procedure can expect to see the results immediately. At the same time, it is important to allow for recovery. This will ensure that you can enjoy your new body to the fullest.