Liposuction Info

Abdominal Liposuctions Are Common

The abdomen is the most common area of the body to be treated by liposuction among both men and women. Important factors that affect the success of abdominal liposuction include:

- the amount and location of abdominal fat
- history of weight gain and weight loss
- history of pregnancy
- age and the sex of the patient

Abdominal liposuction is not used as a method of weight loss. Individuals pursuing liposuction have usually tried numerous methods exercise programs and may have even benefited from these programs, but they are unable to lose the fat around their stomach.

A portion of the fat cells are permanently removed during liposuction, so that area usually will not regain weight in that area. It is important to note, however, that abdominal liposuction does not guarantee that you won’t gain weight or fat deposits in other areas of your body. Moreover, since fat cells have been removed from the treatment site but not from surround areas, this weight gain can appear uneven. It is important to maintain your weight and contour with exercise and proper diet.

Tumescent Liposuction

Tumescent Liposuction is the most common technique of abdominal liposuction. This technique only requires a local anesthesia, so the cost and risk that are associated with a general anesthesia are removed. The trauma and blood losses are significantly reduced with this technique as well.

Tumescent technique involves the use of a much diluted solution of local anesthetic which is injected where the abdominal liposuction is to be performed, numbing the area and reducing the bleeding.

How it works is the tumescent solution is injected into the fat tissue before the abdominal liposuction is performed and what it actually does is pumps up the fatty compartment where the liposuctions is going to performed therefore reducing the bleeding.

Types of Abdominal Fat

Subcutaneous and intra-abdomina are two types of abdominal fat. Subcutaneous which means right under the skin, and intra-abdominal fat. Intra-abdominal fat is located inside the intestinal loops near what is called the mesentery, this type of abdominal fat can not be eliminated by abdominal liposuction because it is inside the abdomen and not directly beneath the skin.

To test and see which kind of tummy fat you have, you can grab a roll of fat between the fingers and thumb and if you can easily move this fat up and down. the chances are that it is subcutaneous which can be treated by abdominal liposuction. Of course your doctor will ultimately determine what kind of tummy fat you have.

Abdominal Liposuction Recovery

Most people that have an abdominal liposuction are able to walk around immediately following the procedure. It is even recommended that you take a small walk the same day and that you become somewhat active rather than lying in bed.

Usually there are no prescription pains medications involved, on occasions Tylenol with codeine is prescribed but most of the time any type of aspirin for pain will suffice.

The drainage after a tumescent procedure is usually significant and continues for the next two to three days following the abdominal liposuction procedure.

Statistics indicate that the largest number of liposuction procedures are abdomen liposuction. This is due to that troublesome middle area that after the age of 40 is difficult and time consuming to keep in shape.

Abdomen Liposuction Benefits

Abdomen Liposuction is safe, quick and easy as well as the least invasive method of cosmetic surgery available. Not only is it safe and easy, the feeling that it brings when you look in the mirror is one of the most significant factors influencing the self confidence of a person today. People who look good, feel good and generally are motivated to maintain the new look.

There are other benefits as well. It has been proved through many research studies that the fat around the middle facilitates a host of diseases such as heart problems (through cholesterol), liver problems, and also diabetes. The removal of fat from the middle is thus quite essential. The safest way to do so is actually through abdomen liposuction.

Liposuction Techniques:

There have been several approaches developed for liposuction over the years. The major features that distinguish the liposuction techniques are the amount of solution that is injected under the skin before liposuction. Liposuction techniques include:

- Super-wet liposuction technique
- Tumescent liposuction technique
- Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL)
- Dry liposuction

The technique chosen for your operation will be determined by a combination of factors, including the precise area to be treated, the amount of fat to be removed, your surgeon’s training and your preferences.

Abdomen Liposuction Recovery and Risks

There is always a risk with surgery and liposuction is no exception. This particular type of liposuction has a relatively short recovery period. Most of the time, you will need to stay for only a few hours in the hospital before being released. Only if you have very large amounts of fat removed, is there a possibility that you will be advised to stay overnight for observation.

The risk comes when large amounts of fat are removed. This is because the liposuction is done with the help of very small stainless steel cannula through which the fat is sucked out with vacuum power. When large amounts of fat are involved, the doctor tends to get tired and use larger cannula to finish the process faster. During this time, there is a very high risk to have the surrounding organs punctured which at times can be fatal.

Hence, the best advice for removal of large areas of fat from the abdominal region is to do so through a series of small duration sittings, rather than one long one. This way, you maximize the good results and reduce the risks considerably.

For removal of large areas of fat, it is recommended that the liposuction occurs in a series of procedures rather than a single one. The results are maximized and the risks are reduced.

Everyone wants a great body. For some it’s complete perfection, no fat, lean muscle and clear skin. For others, it’s just getting rid of extra fat. If you want to achieve your physical best, diet and exercise are a must and a necessity. But if you put in the extra effort and cost to get rid of that stubborn fat, liposuction is a dream come true.

If you are considering liposuction, there are many important facts you should know when making your decision:

Basics of Liposuction

Liposuction is a procedure in which fat deposits are surgically removed from a specific area of the body. Common areas of the body that are treated with liposuction include:

- abdomen
- thighs
- knees
- breasts
- buttocks
- arms
- back
- face

It is recommended by doctors that people within their normal weight are the better candidates for a liposuction procedure.

The Liposuction Procedure

The patient is usually put under with general anesthesia. Incisions are then made in the are to be treated a vacuum-like instrument is inserted that will push and pull the fat until it is lose enough to be suctioned from the body.

After the surgery the patient will wear an elastic garment around the treated area. The surgeon will prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection. The patient may experience minor pain and swelling in the area and the stitches are removed or fall out within ten days of the procedure.

Liposuction Costs

The cost of liposuction of course varies, depending on several factors:

- The number of areas treated
- The type of area treated (body site),
- The amount of fat to be removed from the areas.

Usually, the liposuction cost per body area decreases if more than one body area is treated, because it is easier and more efficient to treat one more area during a procedure

Non-surgical fees may include the pre-op lab tests, supplies, nursing staff, and the a facility fee. It’s recommended that you get a written fee estimate by the surgeon.
Liposuction is not covered by most health plans because it is considered a “cosmetic” procedure. Do note that there are other financial options to cover the expense of the procedure, if needed.

Considering liposuction is a personal choice. Surgeons recommend having realistic expectations of your body and not going overboard with trying to perfect it. If you are interested in mental and physical satisfaction, liposuction may be a appropriate option for you.