Are there limits to lipo? What you should know about liposuction

Are you considering getting liposuction done? If so, you may be wondering just what is possible to achieve aesthetically with the liposuction procedure. The more that you know about lipo, the better you will feel about making the decision to undergo the procedure. Liposuction is a versatile procedure that is often combined with other cosmetic procedures in order to enhance the results. That said, there are some limits as to what is possible with the liposuction procedure. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure Those who are overweight or obese should not be using liposuction as a solution or treatment. Liposuction does work to remove fat and slim and trim areas of stubborn fat, but this is not a way to treat obesity. It’s a procedure with a focus on contouring your body and face, purely for cosmetic purposes. The best way to get the results that you want is to work out, eat right and lose the weight naturally. Once you’ve lost weight and have held your weight steady for several months, then you should consider liposuction as a way of treating those stubborn and difficult-to-remove areas of fat on your body. Liposuction can’t remove more than 5L According to top Sydney plastic surgeon Dr Jeremy Hunt, it’s not considered to be safe to remove more than 5L of fat from most patients. The needs of each patient will differ greatly, and the desired results will vary greatly. If you are concerned about how much fat you can realistically have removed, be sure to… Read More