Also termed as Lipoplasty and Body Contouring. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes unwanted fat from specific areas of the body, shaping and improving the contours of the body including the abdomen, upper arms, buttocks, calves, ankles, chest, back, hips, thighs, chin and neck.

The default type or a traditional type of liposuction entails a suction technique. Through a small incision made, fat is then sucked out through the use of a cannula.

Tumescent liposuction is a technique that by injecting a fluid into the body, causes fat cells to swell thus easier for identification and removal by suction.

Power-assisted liposuction is the combination of the traditional method with added instruments to increase the motion of the cannula. Thus, speeds up fat removal process.

Ultrasound-assisted liposuction entails the use of ultrasonic waves to help break down and dissolve fat. Making it easier for removal by suction. This is also great for those requiring larger volumes of fat removal.

Laser-assisted liposuction technique entails the use of laser that works like an ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty. It disrupts the fat cells and makes fat removal more efficient while reducing the trauma.

While it is a good option to remove excess fat, Liposuction does not improve the appearance of cellulite and other skin surface conditions. It is also not a solution for stretch marks. Liposuction isn’t typically considered an overall weight-loss method or a weight-loss alternative. You may be a candidate for liposuction if you have too much body fat in specific spots but otherwise have stable body weight.

-Your surgeon will recommend that you stop taking certain medications.
-You may also need to get certain lab tests before your procedure.
-Make sure to have someone drive you home afterward.
-Before your liposuction starts, your doctor might mark the areas of your body that will be treated and also take photos.
-Stop smoking 4 weeks before the surgery.


This procedure can be performed under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia, depending on the extent of the surgery. Your surgeon will select the appropriate technique based on your treatment goals, the area of your body to be treated.

It involves using a cannula and negative pressure to suck out fat. As a cosmetic procedure, it is believed to work best on people with a normal weight and good skin elasticity.

The procedure may last up to several hours, depending on the extent of fat removal.

You might not have to stay in the hospital depending on the type of surgery you had. But you should expect bruising, swelling, and soreness for at least a few weeks.

It’s best to avoid the direct sun, the first few days after having a procedure.

The surgeon may leave your incisions open and place temporary drains to promote fluid drainage.

You usually need to wear tight compression garments, which help reduce swelling, for a few weeks.

Wait a few days before returning to work and a few weeks before resuming your normal activities — including exercise.

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Whether you’ve had a minor procedure or an all-out surgery, drinking six to eight glasses of water a day will help rejuvenate your skin from the inside out and flush any toxins from your system.

The resulting contour changes are generally permanent as fat cells are removed. However, body shape and contour may be affected by weight fluctuations, aging, pregnancy and other lifestyle factors.

After liposuction, swelling typically subsides within a few weeks. Results should be noticeable. As healing is gradual, so as results. Do wait for several months before you can get an accurate picture of the results from your surgery.

Do continue to keep up with a helahty and active lifetyle.

Possible side effects may include:

Contour irregularities.
Fluid accumulation.
Numbness.
Infection.
Lidocaine toxicity.