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Liposuction: 5 Key Points You Need to Know Before You Go

Liposuction procedure

Everyone wants a perfect body these days. There are a number of options ,One of the most popular among them is liposuction- which is a cosmetic surgery that removes fat from the body and provides a perfect body shape. Before trying this procedure, we need to keep some things in mind. 

Here are the following 5 things everyone needs to know before getting a liposuction procedure.

1. Liposuction is Not a Way to Lose Weight

While liposuction is not a way to lose weight because its main purpose is to remove unwanted fat from the body like thighs, stomach, buttocks, thighs etc. It’s not so much about losing weight as it is about sculpting and contouring the body. The reality is that after this process you can reduce your weight only by 1-2 kg.  It does not help in reducing your body weight. If you want to reduce your weight, then you need to improve your diet and exercise.

2. You Will Require Time to Recover

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that will take time to heal as it depends on the procedure. After this procedure, the patient may have some bruising and swelling or else it can be said that this is a part of your recovery. Because when the surgery is done, it takes time to recover properly, so it is better to be patient and slowly you will get to see the result. The most important thing is that for getting quick results, do not get influenced by any advertisement or images posted on social media platform because it will be alright one day, so be patient. You can see results under the first 5-6 weeks. Apart from this, follow your doctor’s instructions and keep getting proper checkups done.

3. Choosing the Right Surgeons Matters

Yes, choosing the right surgeon matters immensely. This is important not only so that your surgery is done correctly but also so that it is successful and there are no problems in the future. A patient wants that the surgeon he is going to should explain the procedure to him properly, understand his issues and explain all its advantages, disadvantages etc. so that they can make the right decision. To choose the right surgeon, you will have to keep these things on mind:

  • Board certified plastic surgeon: First of all, you need to make sure that your surgeon is board certified by a good organization. Board certified means- Board certified means his training or experience tells how accurate he is regarding his work.
  • Communication and behavior: Now the second thing is to whichever surgeon you are going to for your treatment, his communication style should be correct. This means that due to good communication and good behavior, he will understand your concerns, solve your problems well, and guide you through the whole process in the right way.
  • Check reviews and ratings: To find out what kind of surgeon you have chosen is good, you can check the reviews and ratings of that doctor online. This will give you information about the positive or negative reviews and ratings of the customers.
  • Hospital facility: Make sure the surgeon you choose has good hospital facilities and is caring.

4. Is Liposuction painful or not?

You may feel some pain after liposuction, however this is normal. The patient does not feel any pain during the treatment because  they are given anesthesia to numb the pain. Due to this, the patient can feel some sensation or swelling and this pain lasts for a few days. After the procedure, you may feel discomfort, some sensation, or swelling in the body. Fortunately, this pain subsides on its own after some time. Meanwhile, the medicine was prescribed by doctor to help manage the pain, which should be taken properly. Additionally, rest is essential for a smooth recovery.

5. Risks and benefits of liposuction

During this procedure, patients might feel some risks or benefits. These are:

Benefits:

  • Enhance your body shape: With the help of liposuction, excess fat is removed from the body like thighs, arms, buttocks. As a result, the body shape looks better and more attractive.
  • Boost confidence level: Moreover, it helps boost confidence level. After this procedure, people are happy to see their good body shape and build a good confidence level.
  • Long-term results: Furthermore, liposuction provides long-term results. Fat is permanently removed from the body so that and with a healthy lifestyle, the results can last for years.

Risks:

  • Infection: During surgery, an incision appears; if the patient does not properly care for that area, an infection can occur.
  • Anesthesia dangers: Using anesthesia includes a few small risks, including the possibility of allergic reactions, heart issues or breathing difficulties.
  • Blood clots: The patient risks a chance of developing blood clots if they do not follow the doctor’s advice. 

Conclusion:

Liposuction is the best option to remove fat from the body but more important than this is that it is very important to have proper knowledge about it. If you are thinking about liposuction surgery, please reach out at Aestheticare. Our best expertise and experienced surgeons will provide you with the best treatment and proper care. 

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Dr. Mitesh Bedi

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