Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Know the benefits and risks of liposuction

Overview

Liposuction is a slightly invasive procedure that cut out stubborn fats from the certain areas of the body using the suction technique. The procedure is carried out by using small cannulas that are thin tunnels with dull edges. The cannulas are inserted by the physician by making a small cut in the patient’s skin and the fat is sucked through the cannulas. Liposuction can also be done using the usual methods  or it can be accompanied by  laser technology and ultrasound that helps in melting the fat before it is sucked out
The liposuction is a cosmetic procedure and mostly used by the plastic surgeons recommended for both men and women. The basic purpose of liposuction is to contour certain areas of the body that do not respond well to diet and routinely exercise, it is a common misunderstanding among people that liposuction is a remedy for weight loss and removing cellulite


The benefits of liposuction

 The liposuction enhances the shape and curve of the body, the liposuction may help to cut down lipomas that are non cancerous fatty cells presented in the certain area of the body. The liposuction procedure is also helpful in serving lipodystrophy syndrome that is subjected to depositing fat only in certain parts of the body leaving the others parts slim. The liposuction procedure brings a very long lasting effects if the weight of the patient is not greatly increased after the procedure. The liposuction can be helpful in correcting the abnormalities occurring from the  bypass and other surgeries, additionally liposuction proves to be beneficial in treating the excessive sweating under arm. Beside the cosmetic benefits of liposuction it also improves the attitude towards your way of life. Hence liposuction is a cosmetic surgery and can bring several risks, however, some risks are moderate and can be easily controlled, others might cause a life threatening consequences. Before you decide to undergo liposuction make sure you are well aware of the risks involved

The Risks of Liposuction:

As liposuction is a surgical procedure that involves a mild to moderate scarring and bruising that require a potential time for recovery and might cause vomiting for a few days following the procedure.  Soon after the procedure the patients may experience anemia and certain deficiencies. Other risks may involve clotting of blood in the veins causing irritation. Also numbness has been  reported by the patients for several weeks after the procedure, along with the chances of infection at the site of incision

You are most welcome to get expert advice from Dr. Ayesha Akbar by placing an appointment at (815) 277-5229). She is a board-certified internist with specialization in Age Medicine who has been practicing the most beneficial liposuction and body contouring techniques for the past several years with stunning results.