In today's world, looking and feeling good mean
having a fit, well-proportioned body. However, for many
people, this may seem like an unreachable goal.
Sometimes even a strict diet or a disciplined exercise
program can't conquer stubborn areas of excess fat. For
those who seek a smoother or better-proportioned body
contour, liposuction may be the answer.
Liposuction, also called lipoplasty, is a surgical procedure
that removes deposits of excess fat from specific areas of
the body, face or neck. Liposuction can be used to slim the
hips and thighs, flatten the abdomen, shape the calves and
ankles or eliminate a double chin.
You'll find basic information about liposuction in this
brochure. However, the best way to get complete answers
to specific questions that relate to your individual needs is
to have a personal consultation with a plastic surgeon
certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Is liposuction right for me?
Liposuction is most commonly recommended for men and women of normal weight who simply want to improve their body contour. The procedure can produce excellent results for people who have deposits of excess fat that make certain body areas appear disproportionately large. Although liposuction is no-t a treatment for obesity, it can permanently alter body proportion and is sometimes the only way to eliminate fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise.
People of almost any age may undergo liposuction; however, patients with good skin elasticity will achieve the smoothest contour after fat is removed. You may be a good candidate for liposuction if you desire fat removal or
contouring in any of the following areas:
- cheeks, chin and neck
- upper arms
- breast or chest area
- back
- abdomen and waist
- hips and buttocks
- thighs
- inner knee
- calves and ankles
It's important to be clear about a few "cans and can'ts" related to liposuction.
Liposuction can ...
- be performed on several areas of the body at
the same time or be done in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery procedures, as long as you understand that there is increased risk and your surgeon feels that having multiple procedures is a safe option for you.
- be used to treat some cases of gynecomastia, or male breast enlargement, which occurs in both teenagers and adult men.
Liposuction can't...
- serve as a substitute for dieting and exercise
- effectively treat cellulite (a condition that gives the skin a dimpled appearance).
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