Liposuction

After a certain age, the fat mass in humans increases. This fat mass may become persistent. These masses that form prominently at certain points of the body transform into excess weight in time. This excess weight causes lifelong problems. Excess weight can be decreased with options like diet and sports. Disregard of weight gain brings about the problems like obesity. The next generation treatment options carried out in the plastic surgery category may eliminate persistent fats completely. Removal of fats from under the skin with a physical intervention is one of these next generation treatment options. This method that is called liposuction is applied at home and abroad. The person who applies this method must be a surgeon. The plastic surgeon must be preferred among the persons who have sufficient experience on this procedure. In this category, specialty and experience are considered important. 

LIPOSUCTION APPLICATION IN PLASTIC SURGERY

Excess weight that is a lifelong problem can be eliminated with the help of diet, sports, etc. However, the persistent fat layers continue to exist. Special methods may be needed for these persistent fat layers. In the process of removing the persistent fat layers, the plastic surgeons must be preferred. With these methods preferred for their healthy features, it is possible to remove as much fat as desired. The liposuction method is a procedure included in this category. This method is a professional option that must be carried out in hygienic environments. This operation in which the liquefied fat mass is removed may be repeated at an interval of 3 to 6 months. The patient’s condition plays a decisive role in this category. The width of the fat mass also can change the course of the operation. 

WHAT IS LIPOSUCTION?

The persistent fats that cannot be eliminated with sports and exercise can be removed with the liposuction method. This method, which is widespread abroad and also applied in our country, is included in the plastic surgery category. It is a procedure carried out under the supervision of specialist physicians. The persistent fats may accumulate in the abdomen, knees, waist, hip, and thighs. A special fluid is injected into these regions. This fluid melts the fats. Small cuts are made around the swelling fat mass. The cannulas of the vacuum device are inserted through these cuts. The liposuction method carried out with cannulas is a special method that preserves the body fat balance. There are those who have more of their fats sucked through injection of fluid and blood. However, it is better to undergo liposuction in compliance with the specialist physician’s advices. Those who undergo liposuction through this method can have 2.5 to 4.5 liters of their fats removed. This limit must not be exceeded. This process carried out within the process of specialized plastic surgery is a process that requires specialization. In order to avoid problems such as fluid and electrolyte loss, the vacuuming operation must be carried out by specialists. It is necessary to heed the specialist physicians’ advices in this category. With the liposuction method, the persistent fats are removed from the body before long. With this method, it is possible to remove fat from almost all regions. 

LIPOSUCTION OPERATION

This operation is performed in a full-fledged hospital. First of all, anesthetist applies local anesthesia or sedation combination. After this anesthesia process, the patient is made ready for operation. The physicians specialized in plastic surgery perform this operation. Local anesthesia is sufficient for small regions. The operation duration varies by the size of fat mass or the feature of vacuum. This operation that takes 1 to 5 hours is performed on the basis of the patient’s condition. In some cases, the cuts are sewn. In the other cases, pipes are inserted through these cuts. The subcutaneous serum exits through these pipes. The patient is discharged depending on their condition. Generally, they are discharged the same day. However, they are discharged 24 hours later in some cases. The patient is observed throughout this period. In the liposuction operation, the patient’s other diseases are also considered. Those who are seriously ill are examined more carefully during the anesthesia process. Those who have coagulopathy, skin cancer, and the similar diseases are operated only if approved by the specialist physician. The high blood pressure patients, diabetics, and cardiac patients are also examined during the  

AFTER LIPOSUCTION OPERATION

There is not much pain after the operation. The painkillers provide convenience in this category. The operation region is covered with special bandages. The operation region is covered with bandages. The medical dressing processes must be made within the specified period. It is necessary to continue to use corset for 5 to 6 weeks. Swelling, tingling, burning, and bruising may happen. They will disappear after three weeks. The operation scars disappear completely within two to six months. If any unexpected condition arises after the operation, it is necessary to consult with a physician immediately.

It is necessary to follow the advices given for the postoperative period. You can return to working life shortly after the operation. After the operation, the patient is subjected to certain restrictions. The patient must rest for a definite period of time so that the recovery period gets shorter. The corset will prevent the recurrence of fat accumulation. Therefore, it is necessary not to neglect to wear corset. Besides, it is also necessary to follow the advices to accelerate the recovery process after the operation. The postoperative advices will accelerate the patient’s recovery process.

The operation scar is one of the most frequently asked questions after the operation. In this operation, the lacerations are small. Therefore, they are hardly noticed. Since they do not leave any evident scars, they disappear in a short time. It is necessary to remove the sutures within the determined period. The small lacerations that do not require suture recover in a short time. Bruising, reddening, and itching are normal.