Are You Considering Liposuction?
Liposuction, is an invasive form of weight-loss surgery typically used in cosmetic plastic surgery. There are a few well-known side effects to liposuction that can range from swelling, bruising, pain, allergic reactions, and scarring. Liposuction does not seem to affect overall obesity-related issues nor does the evidence does not support a lasting effect on weight other than a few months. In the United States alone, liposuction is currently the second most popular cosmetic surgery performed yearly.
If you are considering this procedure, there are a few things you should know before getting it done. Liposuction requires general anesthesia, which is generally safe for most people who have never had any type of anesthesia before. However, if you have certain health conditions, such as allergies or heart problems, you should stop taking aspirin or other blood-reduction medications while you are under the knife. Also, you should stop taking birth control pills while you are under the knife because they can interfere with some of the surgery and increase risks of complications.
It is important to consider the risks of a cosmetic procedure before you get it done. Talk to your cosmetic surgeon about your goals and concerns and make sure that you listen to any advice he or she gives you on how to prevent any complications or how to get rid of any excess fat once it is removed. Liposuction may be right for you if you are healthy enough to get rid of excess fat on your own and you don’t mind the potential side effects. If you are overweight and not very attractive, cosmetic surgery may be a better option for you. Just be sure that you talk with your surgeon to find out exactly what your options are before going forward with the procedure.
If you were thinking about getting liposuction and are in the Scottsdale, AZ area contact our office at Ciao Bella Cosmetic Surgery for help.