Why Would Someone Get A Fat-Reduction Procedure Like Liposuction?
Fat reduction procedures can greatly benefit patients that are slightly overweight. Typically, patients that get liposuction have trouble losing weight in a specific area. No amount of diet or exercise can remove the weight. Liposuction is a permanent way to get rid of unwanted fat from targeted areas of the body.
Why is liposuction so popular?
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat from specific areas of the body like the arms or stomach. Liposuction works by using a fine tube called a canula to suction fat cells out of the body and contour the area. Many patients opt for liposuction due to the fat loss and body contouring aspects of the procedure. However, other fat-reducing procedures exist that may better suit a patient’s needs.
Are there any other types of fat-reduction procedures?
Yes, various nonsurgical and noninvasive procedures do exist. There are fat-reduction procedures that kills fat cells using a cryolipolysis device. Another nonsurgical technique targets the subcutaneous fat layer using a radiofrequency machine. Similarly, a popular procedure allows doctors to insert a thin laser tube into the targeted area to suction out fat cells. One other unique procedure combines thermal energy with radiofrequency to tighten collagen bands and melt fat deposits.
What is the difference between liposuction and other fat-reduction procedures?
Liposuction is an invasive surgical procedure that requires anesthesia, hours of surgery, and weeks of downtime after the surgery. Liposuction can also cause complications like fat embolisms and fluid accumulation. Many fat-reduction procedures are noninvasive, which means doctors do not have to make any incisions or place patients under general anesthesia. Additionally, these procedures don’t take hours to complete, and patients don’t need weeks to recover. These procedures also rely on newer technology like lasers and radiofrequency to dissolve fat deposits.
What is laser-assisted liposuction?
Laser-assisted liposuction heats fat cells before suctioning the cells out of the body. The heat turns the cells into a liquid that gets removed by a medical-grade suction tool. Typically, this tool is a fine suction tube. When doctors perform traditional liposuction, a sterile solution is injected into the patient before the suctioning process. The sterile solution delivers anesthetic medication to the body.
How do I decide between a fat-reduction procedure and liposuction?
Surgery is a very important decision that should be made under the guidance of a medical professional. Although many of these fat-reduction procedures are nonsurgical, these procedures are still medical and should be performed by someone with a medical background. Patients should talk to a medical professional before getting a procedure.
Should I talk to my surgeon about fat-reducing procedures?
Patients interested in learning more about fat-reduction procedures should schedule a consultation with a cosmetic surgeon. A surgeon will be able to explain the pros and cons of these procedures. Surgeons will also be able to describe liposuction techniques in-depth and help patients find the procedure that works.
