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locatesurgeon

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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 9:19 am

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Introduced in the U.S. in the early 1980s, liposuction is a cosmetic surgery technique developed by cosmetic surgeons to remove stubborn fat deposits that don't respond to dieting and exercise. These fatty bulges are most commonly found in the thighs, hips, abdomen, buttocks, knees, ankles, calves and arms. They are also found in the facial areas such as the chin, cheeks, jowls and neck. Facial procedures are assisted with the use of fat transfer or a fat injection. This fat injection is used in enhancing cosmetic surgery and is a method of fat transfer from typically the abdomen area to the facial area.
Liposuction can be performed alone or in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery procedures such as a tummy tuck, buttock lift, facelift, chin augmentation or butt augmentation to achieve the desired result, this is sometimes referred to as liposculpture.
The best candidates for liposuction or liposculpture are healthy men and women with good skin elasticity and realistic expectations for liposuction improvement. The fatty bulges should be localized to a few areas and the individual should be near their ideal body weight. Cellulite, or waffled skin, will not be cured by liposuction.

It is natural for women, in particular, to accumulate fatty deposits on the hips, buttocks and abdomen, procedures such as butt augmentation or a buttock lift can also assist with these problem areas. Fat in men tends to accumulate around the mid-section. Some men may also experience gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts.

Liposuction can improve the appearance of men and women of all ages while boosting self esteem. This procedure is not for obese people. It is not meant to replace good eating and exercise habits, or to counter obesity, however, liposuction can offer help to remove unwanted fatty deposits in many areas of the body. Your cosmetic surgeon will discuss your condition to see if liposuction is right for you.

There Are Risks and a chance of complications in all Surgical Procedures
Liposuction or liposculpture is a very popular procedure that is a normally safe and effective method of removing excess fat. Like all surgery, any cosmetic surgery involves some level of risk. To help ensure a successful outcome, the patient should be a good candidate, the surgeon should be well-trained in liposuction techniques, the surgical facility should be properly equipped and the patient should follow the doctor's instructions and advice. Although you'll be mobile immediately following your liposuction surgery, you will want to arrange for someone to drive you home after surgery and to help out around the house for a day or so.

Although an overwhelming majority is performed on an outpatient basis, some extensive liposuction procedures may require a brief hospital stay. Depending on the extent of your liposuction, your cosmetic surgeon may use a general anesthesia, where you will be fully-asleep during the surgery. Newer liposuction techniques, such as tumescent liposuction involve injecting the area to be suctioned with a special fluid/anesthesia combination prior to suctioning. The fluid constricts the surrounding blood vessels, making the procedure nearly bloodless, while minimizing the pain. The rest of procedure is performed in the same way as traditional liposuction. Contact us to discover more about the tumescent liposuction practice, available at our centers for liposuction Florida.

Remember, liposuction is a surgical procedure, and your body has to heal before you see the full benefits. Your results will likely be visible within two or three weeks, but the full effect may not be fully evident for six months to a year after surgery in some cases.

You should maintain a balanced diet and exercise regularly to fully enjoy the new you for years to come. Many patients find that their liposuction is such a psychological boost that it gives them the incentive to exercise even more than before to improve other parts of their physique. With realistic expectations, most patients are pleased with the improvements from their liposuction procedure. The goal is for you to be more comfortable with your body and happy with your new shape Liposuction can offer a new shape for people who never thought it was possible. Discuss the benefits and risks with your surgeon given your particular circumstances, contact our center for liposuction Florida.

iRuleThisForum

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Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 4:34 am

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More information about Liposuction.

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Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty ("fat modeling"), liposculpture or suction lipectomy ("suction-assisted fat removal") is a cosmetic surgery operation that removes fat from many different sites on the human body. Areas affected can range from the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, to the neck, backs of the arms and elsewhere. The fat is usually removed via a cannula (a hollow tube) and aspirator (a suction device).

Liposuction is not a low-effort alternative to exercise and diet. It is a form of body contouring with significant attendant risks[1] and is not a weight loss method. The amount of fat removed varies by doctor, method, and patient, but the average amount is typically less than 10 pounds (5 kg).

There are several factors that limit the amount of fat that can be safely removed in one session. Ultimately, the operating physician and the patient make the decision. There are negative aspects to removing too much fat. Unusual "lumpiness" and/or "dents" in the skin can be seen in those patients "over-suctioned". The more fat removed the higher the surgical risk.

As shown previously, reports of people removing 50 pounds (22.7 kg) of fat are exaggerated. However, the contouring possible with liposuction may cause the appearance of weight loss to be greater than the actual amount of fat removed. The procedure may be performed under general or local ("tumescent") anesthesia. The safety of the technique relates not only to the amount of tissue removed, but to the choice of anesthetic and the patient's overall health. It is ideal for the patient to be as fit as possible before the procedure and to have given up smoking for several months.



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Posted: Thu Feb 07, 2008 9:59 pm

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