Liposuction, which can remove excess subcutaneous fat, is the second-most-common cosmetic surgery in atlanta performed on women in the United States.
Women who have areas of fat that persist despite weight loss and exercise and want to change the contours of their body are candidates for liposuction in Atlanta. Liposuction is most often used to remove fat from the breast area, trunk, abdomen and waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves and ankles. Women who are in good physical condition and of relatively normal weight can expect excellent results. As liposuction techniques have improved, it is now also possible to remove larger amounts of fat and improve the appearance of women who are significantly above their ideal weight.
If you have areas of fat that will not go away despite dieting and exercise, and if you really want to change the shape of those areas, liposuction is a good procedure to consider. Liposuction permanently changes your contours, as the surgeon sculpts the involved areas to your desired shape. This results in lasting improvement in the appearance and proportion of the treated areas. You will find that you have a more flattering physique, in or out of clothing.
Liposuction is done on an outpatient basis.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION:
- The procedure is done on an outpatient basis using total IV anesthesia for safety and comfort.
- Fluid is infiltrated into the fat, (Tumescent Technique).
- Small suction tubes (cannulas) are inserted through very short incisions placed in inconspicuous locations near the fat deposits, and excess fat is removed.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING:
- The patient goes home with a compression garment covering the treated areas. Compression is advised for about a month as it helps reduce swelling and helps you achieve the final result more quickly. Once pain and soreness decrease, it is frequently more comfortable to wear a body shaped Lycra garment or spandex exercise pants.
- Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication.
Bruising and swelling usually subside in 2-4 weeks. The final result takes shape over 3-4 months.