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Liposuction – Weight reduction or body contouring?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liposuction, or fat removal, is a relatively popular operation worldwide, during which excess fat is removed to shape the body’s contours. The typical problem areas are the front wall of the abdomen, flanks, thighs, upper arms, and chin. Even if we exercise diligently and follow a diet, these are the areas that usually resist volume reduction the most. In such cases, a successful solution may be liposuction, which can improve what is harder to achieve on our own. However, it’s important to remember that this is not a weight correction but a body contouring method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liposuction usually takes place under general anesthesia. For 4-6 weeks after the procedure, it is necessary to wear corrective compression garments, which are crucial for obtaining a good, smooth result. During the recovery period, vacuum massages and lymphatic drainage procedures are very beneficial, helping to quickly eliminate swelling and bruises. Scars after liposuction are very small – about 3-4 mm or even smaller if the correction is done on the chin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If necessary, the fat removed during surgery can be transferred to other parts of the body where additional volume is needed. This is called lipofilling or fat grafting. In this case, the surgeon will remove the tissue using a special technique to enhance its viability. The most popular areas that patients want to enhance are the face, breasts, and buttocks. This method can also be used for scar correction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With lipofilling, very natural results can be achieved, such as breast enlargement. However, it should be noted \u2013 for the fat to successfully graft, the transferred volume is limited, and a healthy balance between the inserted tissue amount and the area to be corrected must be maintained. If the patient wants larger breasts, the procedure can be repeated several times at 3-4 month intervals or combined with implant placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The final result will be visible approximately four months after the surgery. However, it should be borne in mind that if the body’s weight decreases, the transferred fats will also tend to decrease in volume, behaving similarly to non-transferred fats. It may also happen that for thinner patients, who naturally have little or no fat in the respective area, the volume of the transferred tissue may decrease over time. Another nuance to consider, especially if aggressive liposuction is planned \u2013 the skin may struggle to tighten. This process is very individual; for some, it happens faster, for others slower. If any of these risks exist, the surgeon will surely warn during the consultation, also explaining the expected result and whether it matches the patient’s desires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When can you return to work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it’s office work not associated with heavy physical exertion, after body corrections, you can usually return to your daily routine on the third day. The only condition is to continue wearing compression garments. Recovery time after operations in the facial area will be longer due to potential bruises and swelling, which will be harder to hide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can fat from any area be used for grafting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best fats are those taken from related areas, as they have different structures in different body parts. For facial corrections, tissues taken from the chin are often used. However, for patients with thinner faces, this volume might not be sufficient, so material from other areas will be needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In summary \u2013 liposuction and lipofilling are excellent options for body contouring but not for weight loss. The best aesthetic surgery results will be achieved if we maintain a healthy lifestyle, so it’s essential to take care of our body both before and after the surgery.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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