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CHICAGO LIPOSUCTION

Chicago Liposuction is particularly well-suited for women and men who are of relatively normal weight but have isolated pockets of fat that cause certain areas of their body to appear disproportionate. These localized fat deposits may sometimes be an inherited trait and typically do not respond to dieting or exercise. Liposuction is often the only way to eliminate them. Usually, the best candidates are the ones who conistently exercise and try to eat healthy.

Liposuction - Achieving a Smoother Look While it is possible to undergo liposuction at almost any age, you will obtain the best results if your skin still has enough elasticity to achieve a smooth contour following fat removal. When skin is inelastic, as in some older patients, it may not redrape well and a skin tightening procedure may

Chicago Liposuction
Chicago Liposuction

Am I a good candidate for liposuction?

You may be a good candidate for Chicago liposuction if you have localized excess fat or if you desire contouring in any of the following areas:

  • cheeks, jowls and neck
  • upper arms
  • breast or chest areas
  • back
  • abdomen and waist
  • hips and buttocks
  • inner and outer thighs
  • inner knee
  • calves and ankles

Liposuction may sometimes be used to treat a condition called gynecomastia, or male breast enlargement, which frequently occurs among both teenage and adult males.

Chicago liposuction should not be considered a substitute for overall weight loss, nor is it an effective treatment for cellulite, a condition that gives the skin an uneven, dimpled appearance. Alternative treatments may be considered, in some instances, to improve this problem.

Liposuction can be performed on several areas of the body at the same time, and it can also be done in conjunction with other aesthetic plastic surgery.

Your Personal Liposuction Consultation - Chicago Lipoplasty

Because of individual physical factors, not everyone will achieve the same results from ultrasonic liposuction. Your plastic surgeon will take into consideration your unique characteristics in determining the most effective treatment. During the consultation, you will be asked to point out the exact areas which you would like to see improved. This will help your surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they can realistically be achieved.

How will my plastic surgeon evaluate me for ultrasonic liposuction?

You should come to the consultation prepared to discuss your medical history. This will include information about any medical conditions you may have such as diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease. Your surgeon will want to know about previous surgeries, medical treatments and medications that you currently take. It is important for you to provide complete information.

How much you currently weigh and whether you plan to lose or gain weight in the future will be factors in evaluating you for ultrasonic liposuction. Your plastic surgeon may ask you about the effects of prior weight loss on the appearance of those areas which you have indicated for contouring. He or she will assess the elasticity of your skin and estimate the amount of fat to be removed for optimal results.

How Tumescent Liposuction is Performed

Fat is removed by first inserting a small, hollow tube, called a cannula, through one or more tiny incisions near the area to be suctioned. Incisions are usually less than one-quarter inch in length and are placed as inconspicuously as possible, often within skin folds or contour lines. The cannula is connected by tubing to a vacuum pressure unit. Guided by the surgeon, the suction device literally vacuums away the unwanted fat.

What are some variations to the liposuction technique?

Prior to performing tumescent liposuction, fluid is instilled into the areas to be suctioned. Plastic surgeons may use a "dry" technique, a "tumescent" technique that introduces large amounts of fluid, or other variations. Your surgeon will discuss with you the particular method that he or she recommends for treating specific areas of your body.

Other options may involve the type of instrumentation used or whether suctioning is performed on the deep or more superficial layers of fat. These considerations are based in large part upon the goals that you and your plastic surgeon have set for your tumescent liposuction surgery.

Liposuction is popular among men, particularly for eliminating bulging fat around the waist.

Areas of the body commonly treated with liposuction are shown, including delicate areas such as the inner knee and the calves and ankles which can be suctioned with a very thin cannula to achieve a more shapely contour.

The abdominal area responds well to treatment with liposuction, resulting in a flatter abdominal profile and better-defined waist. In some patients, liposuction of the upper arms may also be effective.

Liposuction can remove fatty deposits in the cheeks, jowls and neck.

Should you let your surgeon just throw away your fat??

Why not think about saving your stem cells (cells that have the potential to become anything!). Research shows that the fat tissue from a liposuction procedure (which is normally thrown away) is a rich source of stem cells. Adult stem cells have the potential to help millions of people around the world with a variety of medical problems. Many of these treatments will be available soon. As the science behind stem cells progresses, new and previously unimagined life saving or life changing treatments are anticipated. In fact, the first products and services for the stem cell industry are now becoming available...

Understanding Liposuction Risks

Fortunately, significant complications from liposuction are infrequent. Every year, many thousands of people have their bodies reshaped, experience no major problems and are pleased with the results. Anyone considering surgery, however, should be aware of both the benefits and risks.

I understand that every surgical procedure has risks, but how will I learn more so that I can make an informed decision?

The subject of liposuction risk and potential complications of surgery is best discussed on a personal basis between you and your surgeon, or with a staff member in your surgeon's office.

Some of the potential complications that may be discussed with you include bleeding, infection and reasons to anesthesia. Blood accumulations under the skin are possible, but these normally resolve themselves and rarely require removal. While numbness of the skin following liposuction is almost always temporary, it is possible for some lack of sensation to persist or for skin discoloration to appear in treated areas. Contour irregularities including depressions or wrinkling of the skin can result in some patients, but treatments are usually available to help minimize these problems if they occur.

Your Chicago Liposuction Surgical Experience

The goal of your plastic surgeon and the entire staff is to make your surgical experience as easy and comfortable for you as possible.

How should I prepare for liposuction surgery?

If you are a smoker, you will be asked to stop smoking well in advance of surgery. Aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory drugs can cause increased bleeding, so you should avoid taking these medications for a period of time before surgery. Your surgeon will provide you with additional preoperative instructions.

Depending on the extent of your liposuction surgery and the type of anesthesia used, you may need someone to drive you home afterwards and to stay with you at least the first night.

What will the day of surgery be like?

Your liposuction surgery may be performed in a hospital, free-standing ambulatory facility or office-based surgical suite.

Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedure. You and your plastic surgeon will have decided in advance what type of anesthesia is to be used, either local anesthesia, intravenous sedation, and epidural block or general anesthesia. For your safety during the operation, various monitors are used to check your heart, blood pressure, pulse and the amount of oxygen circulating in your blood.

When liposuction surgery is completed, you will be taken into a recovery area where you will continue to be closely monitored. There may be some discomfort, but this can be controlled by medication which you may continue taking at home. A compressive dressing such as an elasticized bandage, sponge or specially designed garment may have been placed over the areas that were suctioned. Your surgeon will tell you how long you should wear the garment and will instruct you on how to remove it so that you may shower or bathe.

You probably will be permitted to go home after a few hours, although some patients may stay overnight in the hospital or surgical facility.

How will I look initially?

It is important to realize that the amount of time it takes for recovery varies greatly among individuals.

The day after surgery, you will need to move around a bit to promote blood circulation. Your plastic surgeon will advise you to limit yourself to these brief periods of gentle activities for the first few days. Remember, you must not take aspirin or certain anti-inflammatory medications, and you should not smoke for a while following liposuction surgery.

Your dressings will be temporarily removed within several days so that your plastic surgeon can examine the treated areas. You will notice swelling and bruising, which is to be expected. Swelling usually begins to subside a week or so following surgery, while bruising can last three weeks or longer. There may also be numbness in some areas, and it may take several weeks before feeling returns. If stitches need to be removed, this is typically done within ten days after surgery.

When can I resume my normal activities?

You may be able to return to work in just a few days. In many instance, you can resume most of your normal activities within one or two weeks and begin some form of exercise soon after. The timing of your recovery depends largely on the extent of your liposuction surgery.

Results of Your Chicago Liposuction

Liposuction surgery will reduce those areas of fatty deposits that previously created unflattering bulges and perhaps made it difficult to feel comfortable in your clothing or caused self-consciousness. Factors such as fluid retention following surgery and prolonged swelling may delay the appearance of your new, slimmer contour and postpone liposuction recovery. The healing process is gradual, so you should expect to wait a while before fully enjoying the results of your liposuction.

Occasionally, a touchup may be desired to further improve an area that has been suctioned. The additional treatment can sometimes be performed under local anesthesia in your plastic surgeon's office. More extensive revisions may require a return to the operating room.

How long will the results last?

The results of liposuction will be permanent, as long as you maintain your postoperative weight. Even if you gain a few extra pounds, you may find that the weight is distributed more evenly instead of accumulating in the areas that were problematic for you in the past.

Post Surgical Care

Liposuction recovery can be enhanced and results can be maintained with the use of certain clinical skin care products. Dr. Speron recommends neaclear Liquid Oxygen Firming Body Lotion, to smooth and firm the skin, along with Rejuvenating Body Scrub to gently scrub away dead skin cells and other impurities. He also recommends neaclearplus Liquid Oxygen Scar Advantage to reduce the appearance of post surgical scars.

neaclear Liquid Oxygen Firming Body Lotion:

  • Firms the skin to leave a soft, youthful appearance
  • Rejuvenates dry, weak skin
  • Delivers oxygen and nutrients to scar tissue to accelerate healing process

neaclearplus Liquid Oxygen Rejuvenating Body Scrub:

  • Gently scrubs away dead skin cells and other impurities to refresh the skin
  • Optimizes the skin's ability to retain moisture
  • Revitalizes the skin, especially around scar tissue, to regenerate healthy cells

neaclearplus Liquid Oxygen Scar Advantage:

  • Applies gentle pressure to the site of the scar to encourage flatness
  • Provides oxygen to the scar to accelerate healing
  • Leaves the skin softer and smoother

Maintaining a Relationship with Your Plastic Surgeon

You will return to your plastic surgeon's office for follow-up care at prescribed intervals, at which time your progress will be evaluated. Your surgeon will encourage you to schedule routine follow-up evaluations at the frequency recommended for your age group and the procedure performed.

Please remember that the relationship with your plastic surgeon does not end when you leave the operating room. If you have questions or concerns during your recovery, or need additional information at a later time, you should contact your surgeon.

Critical-Questions

By Dr. SAM SPERON

When I first published The 7 Critical Questions to Ask Before Letting Any Surgeon Touch You, I had no idea that it would be so popularly received. Since its publication, this brief guide has helped thousands like you to more safely navigate the world of cosmetic surgery. The 7 Questions have been updated and a bonus section, Applying the 7 Questions, has just been added. Be my guest to read, learn and share.