Common misconceptions about liposuction

One of the most popular cosmetic surgical treatments in both the United States and the rest of the world is liposuction. Given how many misconceptions there are still, this comes as a surprise. The top ten myths about liposuction that we encounter as plastic surgeons are listed here, along with the facts.

  1. Liposuction can assist in weight loss

In actuality, most patients only lose two to five pounds overall. The best candidates are those who are in the healthy weight range or within 30 percent of it and who want to eliminate localized fat pockets.

  1. Cellulite can be treated by liposuction

The characteristic dimples and bumps of cellulite are caused by subcutaneous fat pushing against connective tissue bands beneath the skin. Cellulite is not just an uneven pocket of fat. Since the skin or other tissues are not directly affected by liposuction (which can only remove soft, fatty tissue), the fibrous connective bands that generate cellulite are unaffected.

  1. Liposuction is not for those who are “older.”

Liposuction can be performed safely on any patient who is in good health and has passed a medical examination. The skin’s capacity to re-drape over newly reduced, altered contours may be hampered by a lack of firmness and elasticity (both of which usually decline with age). One of the biggest factors against liposuction is poor skin quality.

  1. Liposuction is risky

Although there is some danger involved with every procedure, liposuction methods have advanced significantly. Liposuction can be as safe and effective as any other surgical operation if done by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon, and if the patient adheres to all postoperative recommendations.

  1. Liposuction can treat sagging skin

In addition to extra fat, the appearance of a double chin or a large stomach may also be accompanied by some amount of drooping skin with decreased flexibility. In these situations, your surgeon could advise skin tightening instead of (or in addition to) liposuction because liposuction alone could leave you looking deflated.

  1. After liposuction, the excised fat deposits will come back

Liposuction is “permanent” in the sense that fat cells cannot regrow after being suctioned out. However, if one’s calorie intake is excessive, there will still be some fat cells that can increase in size and spread the region. The best defense against this is to follow a healthy eating and exercise routine.

  1. Liposuction is the “quick fix”

Liposuction is not a weight loss technique, as was previously stated, and sustaining excellent postoperative outcomes should involve a general commitment to a healthy lifestyle. Liposuctiontargets localized areas for streamlining and contouring; ideally, this is done on a person who is within a healthy weight range.

  1. After liposuction, you can immediately resume your normal activities

Even while liposuction is usually done as an outpatient treatment and is generally safe, every surgical procedure requires a recovery period, and liposuction is no exception. Swelling, bruising, and pain in and around the treated areas are the most frequent side effects. Although each patient’s recovery is unique, it is recommended for most to take at least a week off work to rest and recover. Before a patient may resume challenging activity or exercise, it may take four to six weeks.

  1. Only women can have liposuction

According to ASPS statistics, males regularly want liposuction; in fact, it was among the top five procedures performed on American men in the past year. The abdomen, love handles, and chest are frequent treatment regions.

  1. For belly fat, liposuction is always the best option

Only subcutaneous fat, which is found beneath the skin and above the muscle, is the type that liposuction targets.

Conclusion

Therefore, liposuction will not help a belly that protrudes as a result of fat under the muscle and around the internal organs .The only effective ways to reduce visceral fat are through appropriate exercise and diet.

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