conventional liposuction methods
Have their place
In spite of maintaining a healthy diet and a reasonable level of fitness, many people have disproportionate body contouring due to localized fat deposits.
Conventional liposuction techniques, such as tumescent and ultrasonic liposculpture, are used by Wilmington Plastic Surgery to remove greater amounts of fat.
WPS offers several body contouring procedures, including tumescent and ultrasonic liposuction, both of which are more conventional methods that are more effective at removing larger localized fat deposits than Smartlipo or CoolSculpting.
How Does tumescent liposuction work?
Tumescent liposuction uses local anesthesia to remove pockets of fat, eliminating the need for general anesthesia, intravenous narcotics, and sedatives, and it minimizes blood loss. Ultrasonic liposculpture also uses ultrasonic energy to liquefy the fat before it is removed.
Liposuction may be performed alone, or used with other plastic surgery procedures such as a facelift, breast reduction, or a tummy tuck.
Liposuction should not be viewed as a treatment for obesity, nor as a replacement for regular exercise and healthy eating habits. It is also not an effective treatment for cellulite, the dimpled skin that typically appears on the thighs, hips, and buttocks.
WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR TUMESCENT LIPOSUCTION?
People with stubborn bumps and bulges who exercise regularly are the best candidates for this procedure. Areas of the body that can be treated with tumescent liposuction surgery include:
- Abdomen
- Waist
- Thighs
- Hips
- Buttocks
- Arms
- Neck
- Back
- Inner knee
- Chest
- Cheeks
- Chin
- Calves
- Ankles
- Female or male breast reduction
Tumescent liposuction faqs
What is the process of Tumescent lipo?
Tumescent liposuction involves injecting a tumescent solution, consisting of saline, a local anesthetic, and a vasoconstrictor, into the targeted area, causing it to swell and become numb. This enables the surgeon to easily dislodge and remove excess fat cells using a thin tube called a cannula, resulting in more precise and less invasive fat removal.
How Effective is Tumescent liposuction?
In most cases, only one treatment is needed to achieve desired results.
Visible results are typically noticeable within one week of the procedure. Furthermore, the treated area may continue to improve over the course of three to six months.
Tumescent liposuction Recovery Process
Tumescent Liposuction is a procedure performed under local anesthesia, ensuring a shorter downtime for most patients. After the procedure, we recommend taking one to two days of rest. It’s important to avoid strenuous exercise for approximately two weeks to facilitate a smooth recovery. Additionally, your surgeon may advise wearing a compression garment for a brief period post-procedure to promote optimal healing.
Am I a candidate for Tumescent liposuction?
Tumescent Liposuction is suitable for both men and women who are in good mental, emotional, and physical health and have a normal body weight. This advanced procedure offers convenience and efficiency for individuals seeking the removal of excess fat in specific problem areas, such as the breasts and love handles.
