Top 5 Tips for Smart Liposuction

What is smart liposuction anyway – surely one form of liposuction is the same as any other? Well not really. At its core, smart liposuction is knowing what type of liposuction surgery to choose, what result you want to achieve from the procedure, and the best way to do it.

1 – Avoid cheap liposuction. If the price seems too low, it may not end up being the bargain it appears to be at first. If the clinic cuts corners, you can end up with post-surgery problems that could cost much more in time and money to correct. So cheap liposuction could end up being very expensive in the long run.

2 – Research your cosmetic surgeon. The best cosmetic surgeons will show you some of the before and after photos of their previous patients. They will thoroughly explain your options and take the time to answer your questions. You should not feel pressured to make any decisions on the day of your consultation. A cooling-off period is always recommended so that you can weigh your options and make the best decision for you.

3 – Talk to your cosmetic surgeon about the result you want to achieve. Know what you need. Are you looking to lose weight or change your body shape? If you are looking to lose excess weight, liposuction may not be the answer for you. Liposuction is about changing the contour of your body, not the number on your bathroom scale.

4 – Think very well about going abroad for any surgery. While there are what seem to be wonderful deals available for going abroad to have liposuction, on so-called “facelift holidays”, there can be significant problems with this. For one thing, your cosmetic surgeon may not have the same license that they would need to have locally. On the other hand, if something goes wrong afterward and you’ve returned home, your cosmetic surgeon isn’t just a short drive or phone call away—he’s in another country. So what?

5- Know your liposuction techniques. There is more than one type of liposuction. Traditionally, a cannula was used to break up the fat and then suction it out. This method often left its mark: bruising, blood loss, and a much longer recovery time. However, today, newer and more modern techniques such as Smartlipo and Vaser Lipo are available. Smartlipo uses laser energy, while Vaser Lipo uses ultrasound energy to break down fat, allowing much smaller cannulae to be used. Both Smartlipo and Vaser Lipo are state-of-the-art methods that result in less scarring, less bruising, blood loss, and a significantly reduced recovery period.

So if you’re considering liposuction, think “smart lipo” by following these five tips.