Question 1

how does the fluid injected during tumescent liposuction minimize bleeding? i read that during tumescent liposuction my doctor will inject salt water, adrenaline, and anesthetic into my fat before it is suctioned out. this supposedly reduces bleeding. why

Accepted Answer

Adrenaline : Adrenaline is a vasoconstrictor and vessels will bleed less.
Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 2

what happens if i gain weight after having vaser liposuction? i've heard that with traditional liposuction if you gain weight later, you'll get fat deposits in areas where you didn't have lipo. is it the same with vaser liposuction?

Accepted Answer

After : After any kind of liposuction including vaser, your fat deposits will occur more so in the areas that have more fat cells.
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Question 3

how does the procedure for body jet liposuction differ from traditional lipo?

Accepted Answer

Two points: Body jet can use less pressure to extract fat and hydrates the fat better when trying to transfer the fat removed.

Question 4

how many vaser liposuction procedures are required to achieve the same fat reduction as traditional surgical liposuction? recently, i gained 30 pounds in two years because of stress-related eating habits and lack of exercise. i would like to have liposuct

Accepted Answer

Liposuction : Liposuction is not a weight reduction tool.  It is simply used to contour the body and remove stubborn fat deposits.  After the procedure your weight will be slightly due to post-operative swelling.  Once all of the swelling goes down, you might be 3 pounds lighter in an ideal scenario.

Vaser liposcution is surgery.  It is a technique that uses a surgical tool to deliver ultrasound energy to breakup the fat, prior to performing standard liposuction (in the same session).

Hopefully that helps.

Question 5

is the liposuction a risky thing to do?

Accepted Answer

Any surg has risks: The benefits of the surgery must be evaluated by you and your physician(s). Every surgery has risks. But a qualified surgeon, qualiied anesthesiologist-nurse anesthetist, nursing staff must be in place before you consider an elective surgery. Most of the time, liposuction surgery goes very well and patients are pleased. The contours of our body may be more to your body shape. Please research.

Question 6

is getting liposuction really dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Liposuction is a reasonably safe and effective surgery. Your doctor's experience and techniques are important, and you should ask how experienced is the md. Safe anesthesia use is important, and you should follow the instructions following surgery very closely. You should have an updated physical and labs by your primary doctor to determine health issues first.

Question 7

i would like information about liposuction.?

Accepted Answer

Lipo Info: Liposuction is a surgical procedure that allows for the vacuuming out of disproportionate fat through small incisions via a cannula. The american society of plastic surgeons has more information available on their website:http://www.Plasticsurgery.Org/cosmetic-procedures/liposuction.Html ; as do i: http://www.Drmele.Com/liposuction.Html.

Question 8

if i'm 5'2 and 200 lbs can i have liposuction ?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Someone with obesity will have less favorable results than those with smaller amounts of localized fat, but small improvements can be made.  Weight loss would be recommended first with a combined removal of skin and fat after weight loss to achieve optimal results.  Weight loss will also improve your overall health and make anesthesia safer.

Question 9

what questions should i ask before  liposuction?

Accepted Answer

? 2 self & ? 2 Doc: There are questions you should ask yourself such as have you done your best to achieve overall weight control through diet & exercise, then ask yourself if you have realistic expectations. Then there are questions to your doctor such as the risks, alternatives and benefits of surgery. Reviewing photos of similar body shaped individuals as well as referrals are an important part of the evaluation.

Question 10

is liposuction even safe? are there sides effects?

Accepted Answer

Mostly: All surgery has a small degree of risk.  Liposuction, when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist who is experienced in the technique, has a very low risk profile.
The most common risks are over or under-resection of the fat, minor scars, temporary swelling, bruising and numbness in the treated areas.

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How does the fluid injected during tumescent liposuction minimize bleeding? i read that during tumescent liposuction my doctor will inject salt water, adrenaline, and anesthetic into my fat before it is suctioned out. this supposedly reduces bleeding. why

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What happens if i gain weight after having vaser liposuction? i've heard that with traditional liposuction if you gain weight later, you'll get fat deposits in areas where you didn't have lipo. is it the same with vaser liposuction?

A member asked:

How does the procedure for body jet liposuction differ from traditional lipo?

A member asked:

How many vaser liposuction procedures are required to achieve the same fat reduction as traditional surgical liposuction? recently, i gained 30 pounds in two years because of stress-related eating habits and lack of exercise. i would like to have liposuct

A member asked:

Is the liposuction a risky thing to do?

A member asked:

Is getting liposuction really dangerous?

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I would like information about liposuction.?

A member asked:

If i'm 5'2 and 200 lbs can i have liposuction ?

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What questions should i ask before liposuction?

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Is liposuction even safe? are there sides effects?

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