When troublesome fat won’t respond to regular diet and exercise, liposuction can be a viable method for removing that fat from various parts of the body. While there are different forms of liposuction, every form involves the removal of fat through suction applied to carefully placed tiny incisions. Every patient is carefully evaluated to determine which type of liposuction will work best for the specific area being targeted.
Targeting Unwanted Body Fat in Many Locations
A certified cosmetic dermatologist can perform liposuction on almost any part of the body with problematic fat deposits. Advances in technology have made it possible to contour many specific areas of the body, including thighs, breasts, neck, hips, the back, the stomach and abdomen, buttocks, jowls, knees, and even calves and ankles. While many patients can experience meaningful results, the procedure tends to work best on patients who are close to average weight with some trouble losing those pesky extra pounds.
What to Expect from Liposuction
Due to the application of a local anesthetic, any discomfort from the procedure is minimized as much as possible. While every patient is different, a qualified dermatologist is able to assess a patient’s comfort throughout the procedure and recommend proper follow-up care. Recovery depends on the scope of the procedure performed by a certified dermatologist with the average recovery period ranging from a week to ten days.
It’s important to understand that liposuction isn’t meant to be a substitute for regular diet and exercise or a weight loss solution. The purpose of this procedure is to contour or fine-tune your body by providing the figure you’ve always wanted but couldn’t achieve through diet and exercise alone. A dermatologist clearly presents all options to patients, answers questions and fully explains the procedure to ensure that each patient has realistic expectations.