Areas that can be liposuction and areas that should be avoided

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes fatty tissue and excess fat that does not respond to diet or surgery

Sports activities in order to improve the external appearance of the body, and the operation does not aim to lose weight, so one must continue to follow a healthy diet and exercise even after the operation to ensure the continuity of the best results

 

What are the areas that can be liposuction?

It Is known that there are certain areas where fat deposition Is more evident than others, and these are the areas that liposuction can be performed on, which are also called fat stores, which are:

• Abdomen
• Sides and waist
• Noon
• The arms and they are also called Alznoud
• Buttocks and rear
• thighs
• The face (especially the lower jaw area, cheeks and chin).

What areas should liposuction be avoided?

There are five areas where liposuction should be avoided where the superficial subcutaneous tissue adheres to the deep fascia of the following muscles: lateral gluteal fold, gluteal fold, distal posterior femoral, medial femoral, and lateral inferior iliac.

Because these areas define the natural shape of the body, suctioning from these areas Increases the risk of contouring abnormalities.

What are the things that should be taken into account when determining the areas that can be liposuction?

There are several things that the patient must take into account when determining the areas from which liposuction can be performed:

• Some analyzes and medical examinations are conducted for the patient, to Identify the rates of sugar, pressure, and other blood diseases, if any.
• Liposuction is not suitable for those who suffer from certain diseases such as cardiovascular diseases or lung diseases
• Refrain from drinking alcohol, because it is considered a blood thinner, and causes bleeding during the operation, as It delays the blood clotting process.
• The patient must completely refrain from smoking, becausee it reduces the level of oxygen In the blood
• Stop taking medical drugs that cause blood thinners, such as aspirin, for at least a week before the operation
• Refrain from consuming any type of caffeine, so as not to affect the anesthesia process. It is difficult for a person who consumes caffeine to become anesthetized, so he must refrain from stimulants such as Arabic coffee for a week before the operation.
• Ensure to eat a healthy, balanced food, and follow a specific diet, for a week before the operation, to avoid any complications that may occur during the operation.
• Make sure to do some simple exercises a week before the operation, so that the skin Is strong and flexible

 

How are the areas in the patient’s body that can be liposuction determined?

Before starting the operation, the surgeon draws lines on the patient’s body to determine the areas that will be suctioned from. The location of the Incision is also an important anatomical consideration, and the surgeon must determine the areas where the surgical scar can be hidden during the operation.

 

Many complications and potential side effects are common after liposuction, and whatever method the procedure is performed, all methods share some side effects, but the best method for abdominal fat liposuction can be considered the one that results in the least amount of side effects, such as: Vaser, laser, and water liposuction. In all cases, the doctor must be qualified and experienced.

Among the common negative effects after liposuction are bleeding, and the possibility of increasing cellulite after the operation, in addition to negative reactions to anesthesia, and there is a possibility of swelling, bruising, and poor wound healing. As for the more serious complications, they include:

 

• Fluid buildup

After liposuction, there Is an excess of fluid that can accumulate under the skin, causing swelling and bruising. To overcome this phenomenon, the doctor sometimes leaves the surgical incisions open and connects them with a tube to drain the excess fluid. The tube Is removed after a day or two after the operation.

• Numbness

The patient’s feeling of numbness in the surgical area results from the liposuction process, and this feeling may last for a long time, and It may fade quickly, and the nerve located In the liposuction area may become irritated

• Body asymmetry

There are some factors that may lead to asymmetry of the body shape as a result of the uneven removal of fat from the body during the liposuction process, so the skin will show signs of ripples and lumps, due to the poor elasticity of the skin, or the inability of the skin to recover quickly. When the cannula Is inserted under the skin, It may Some signs of scarring appear, all of these damages can last for a long time, or recover normally depending on the patient’s condition.

• Damage to the heart and kidneys

When liposuction is performed, the level of fluids In the body changes as a result of the level of fluids absorbed by the body and entered through injections, and the level of fluids may change In a way that affects the heart and kidneys.

• Inner holes

If the tube that Is inserted into the body during liposuction reaches one of the Internal organs, it may cause a perforation of one of the Internal organs, and here comes the need to perform emergency surgery to treat the organ that was pierced during the surgery.

• Fat embolism

After liposuction, and as a result of fat fragmentation, part of the disintegrated fat may get stuck In a blood vessel, and may leak Into the lungs or brain, causing what is known as a lipid embolus, or a state of fat embolism.

 

Can liposuction be performed in one area, or should several areas be selected?

The excess fat of the patient does not always accumulate in only one area of the body, which leads many patients to inquire about the number of areas that can be treated in one liposuction operation, as there is no tangible limit to the number of areas that can be targeted during liposuction, as long as the amount of the adipose tissue that is removed does not exceed a certain amount determined by the anatomical indicators of the individual. For example, a relatively small person may be able to treat all desired areas during one liposuction session, while a person with a larger structure may need multiple treatments to extract the appropriate amount of fat. Safely, and in the end, it depends on the size and quantity of areas that the patient wishes to treat.

How long does the recovery period take after liposuction?

Immediately after liposuction, patients will notice the first effect and will see that their bodies are more defined and slimmer in the areas that were liposuctioned however the treatment areas may still be a little bulging after the procedure and the body will eventually break down more fat cells on its own so the end result of the surgery can only be seen A few months after liposuction

 

What are the special instructions that the patient should follow after liposuction?

There are several things that the patient should follow after liposuction:

• To relieve pain and reduce swelling, wear compression garments continuously, day and night, for 6 weeks.
• Avoid physical activity for 6 weeks, as vigorous vibrations can promote fluid buildup in the newly wound cavity (formation of seroma)
• Avoid going to saunas or sunbathing for at least 4 weeks.
• Make sure you drink enough fluids, especially in the first few days after the operation

 

What are the expected results after performing liposuction in the specified area?

The success of the treatment also largely depends on the patient’s behavior after the operation. The end result can be assessed no later than three months after the procedure, and we must place great importance on following our aftercare appointments and recommendations.

Immediately after liposuction, patients will notice the first effect and will see that their bodies are more defined and slimmer in the areas that were liposuctioned however the treatment areas may still be a little bulging after the procedure and the body will eventually break down more fat cells on its own so the end result of the surgery can only be seen A few months after liposuction.

During the first 10 days after the operation, soreness-like pain, swelling and bruising are completely normal and you will receive appropriate painkillers and anticoagulation from us in the time after the operation

From the second week after surgery, regular manual lymphatic drainage can greatly speed up swelling reduction.

How to choose the right doctor to perform liposuction in the area from which liposuction is desired?

One of the best things potential liposuction patients can do on their own is to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon from a reputable facility to perform the liposuction.

When you choose a board-certified plastic surgeon, it makes the patient feel confident that they can receive quality care from start to finish, as he will discuss.

The plastic surgeon will discuss with the patient treatment options and expected results, depending on his or her liposuction goals.

 

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Sources: NHS