Are you looking to reshape your figure so that it is more contoured and more proportionate? Although we may have a daily exercise regimen and good eating habits, there are fat deposits in some parts of our body that are resistant to conventional methods of weight loss. Thanks to modern medicine and advancement of technology, you can now look to liposuction to get rid of stubborn fat. According to the statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, liposuction is the most popular performed cosmetic surgery on men and second most popular cosmetic surgery performed on women in 2011.

            Liposuction, or lipoplasty surgery, is a cosmetic procedure performed on patients looking to enhance their body contour for a more proportionate figure. This procedure involves removing fat from the body using a cannula (hollow tube) and a vacuum-like suction assisted device. The success of this procedure will depend on post operative care and how well you tend to your body's new contours. Liposuction in Orange County permanently removes fat cells and thus, these fat cells will not regrow. However, you can still gain weight elsewhere on your body. Removing large amounts of fat can lead to surgical trauma leading to a painful and longer recovery. Your surgeon should have the necessary expertise to determine the appropriate amount of fat to be removed.

            Compression garments or elastic bandages are applied to the treated area following the liposuction procedure to control pain and swelling. Temporary drains may be placed on the incisions to remove excess fluids. Pain medication may also be prescribed because you can expect soreness and tenderness to occur following the surgery. The treatment area will be swollen and it is typically the most frequent side effect of liposuction. These initial side effects can last around two weeks. Patients can expect to return to work in about a week. Individuals who have larger amounts of fat removed can expect a longer recovery process. You may or may not observe expected results right away but full results are usually seen in six months.

The liposuction recovery process may seem like the end of a journey but it should not be seen this way. Undergoing liposuction surgery is actually just the beginning because you should achieve your desired figure after the surgery and recovery process. It is extremely important that you follow your surgeon's advice and instructions following liposuction surgery. Doing so can aid in a faster recovery process which will allow you to return to your daily routine as quickly as possible. Liposuction surgery is a good option for healthy candidates who already exercise daily and have good eating habits but have stubborn fat deposits. Before you embark on this journey, consult your local Newport Beach plastic surgeon for more information about liposuction surgery.