Things to Expect after Liposuction Treatment: FAQs

Things to Expect after Liposuction Treatment: FAQs Liposuction treatment helps men and women achieve a trimmer, toned physique. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about the post-lipo period.

A popular cosmetic surgical procedure, liposuction removes unwanted fat from different areas of the body. Common sites for liposuction include the abdomen, buttocks, chests, flanks, hips, back, knees, inner thighs, outer thighs, upper arms, face, breasts (male and female) neck and chin. The procedure can improve body contour, and help you look thinner and fitter. In established AAAASF accredited plastic surgery practices in NYC, liposuction treatment is performed using Smartlipo Triplex, Cynosure’s FDA-approved laser assisted device. Leading plastic surgery practices offering laser liposuction in Manhattan, NYC, NY provides personalized treatment by qualified and experienced plastic surgeons.

Here are some frequently asked questions asked about things to expect after liposuction treatment.

How much pain will I be in after liposuction?

Today, minimally-invasive liposuction techniques like tumescent liposuction, ultrasound assisted liposuction, laser assisted liposuction and suction assisted liposuction. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia. With these modalities, patient experience less pain, discomfort, bleeding, bruising and swelling than traditional liposuction. However, pain and side effects will vary from person to person depending on personal considerations.

Will I see results right away?

Most patients see the final results in about six months after the procedure. However, how soon liposuction result appear will depend on considerations such as age, the amount of fat removed, areas treated, and individual healing speed.

Will there be scars?

Laser liposuction is performed using a small cannula. The cannula delivers energy directly to the fat cells causing them to liquefy. This liquefied fat is later suctioned out. As the incision made to insert the cannula is very small, scarring is minimal.

How many clothing sizes will I go down?

You will see a reduction in fatty tissue in the treated areas, but whether this can drop a dress size cannot be predicted in advance. Therefore, it is not possible to specify what your clothing size will be after the procedure.

Will liposuction get rid of the excess skin in the abdomen, arms, thighs, or other areas?

When fat is removed from beneath the skin, baggy or loose skin can get worse. In order to be a candidate for liposuction, you need to have good skin tone. Conventional liposuction surgery does not treat excess skin. Skin laxity and mild excess fat can be better addressed with excision procedures such as tummy tuck, arm lift, thigh lift etc. Advanced liposuction techniques such as laser-assisted lipolysis get rid of excess fat and also provide excellent skin tightening effects.

Will the fat grow back?

When the fat cells are removed from an area, they will not regenerate. However, with weight gain, the fat cells that remain can get bigger.

If you are planning to undergo liposuction, choose a surgeon who performs the procedure using advanced liposuction techniques. Following your surgeon’s post-op instructions is crucial for smooth recovery and optimal outcomes.