What is Liposuction ?
Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty ("fat modeling"), liposculpture or suction lipectomy ("suction-assisted fat removal") is a cosmetic surgery operation that removes fat from many different sites on the human body. Areas affected can range from the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, to the neck, backs of the arms and elsewhere. The fat is usually removed via a cannula (a hollow tube) and aspirator (a suction device).
As with any surgery, with Liposuction, there are certain risks, beyond the temporary and minor side effects. The surgeon may mention them during a consultation. Not everybody is a good candidate for liposuction. Infact, it is not a good alternative to dieting or exercising. To be a good candidate, one must be:
- Over 18
- In good general health
- Have tried a diet and exercise regime, and find that the last 10 or 15 pounds persist in certain pockets on the body.
Diabetes, any infection, or heart or circulation problems usually nullify one's eligibility for the procedure.
Facial Liposuction
Facial liposuction removes excess fatty tissue in the face. The surgeon performing the facial liposuction uses a special tube (cannula) inserted in an inconspicuous location on the face or neck. Facial liposuction procedures, like other liposuction procedures, use suction to remove fat from under the skin.
Abdominal Liposuction
During abdominal liposuction, the surgeon makes a tiny incision in the skin, typically in the navel or just below the bikini line, and inserts a cannula into the fatty area. The cannula is used to break up the fat deposits and sculpt the area to the desired proportions. The unwanted fat is removed with a powerful vacuum, leaving the skin, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels intact.
Neck Liposuction
During the Neck Liposuction procedure, the surgeon makes a tiny incision in the skin, typically in the crease just under the chin or behind the ear lobes. He/she next inserts a thin tube called a cannula into the fatty area. The cannula is used to break up the fat deposits and sculpt the area to the desired proportions. The unwanted fat is removed with a high pressure vacuum, leaving the skin, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels intact.
Thigh Liposuction
Precise areas are marked and general anaestasia or sedatives may be given.During the procedure, the doctor makes a tiny incision in the skin, typically in or near the buttock crease or at the site of a previous scar, and inserts a thin tube called a cannula into the fatty area. The cannula is used to break up the fat deposits and sculpt the area to the desired proportions. The unwanted fat is removed with a high pressure vacuum, leaving the skin, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels intact.
Liposuction Prices
Factors that determine Liposuction Cost include:
1) The size of the patient
2) Amount of time and effort required of the surgeon
3) Cost of anesthesiologist's services
4) Operating room fees
5) Preoperative laboratory fees
6) Other related expenses, such as elastic compression garments, etc.
Here are some tentative prices listed for Liposuction:
Table of Approximate Surgical Fees in the United States of America
|
Body Area |
Approximate Lower End of Range of Surgical Fee ($) |
Approximate Upper End Range of Surgical Fee ($) |
Abdomen, upper & lower |
3,000 |
7,500 |
Abdomen, lower |
2,000 |
2,000 |
Arms |
1,500 |
5,000 |
Back, female |
1,500 |
4,000 |
| Breasts, female |
3,000 |
7,500 |
Breasts, male |
3,000 |
5,000 |
Buttocks |
1,500 |
4,500 |
Chin, Cheeks, Jowls, Neck |
2,000 |
4,500 |
| Flanks, male |
2,000 |
5,000 |
Anterior Thighs & Knees |
2,000 |
5,000 |
Inner (Thighs & Knees) |
2,000 |
5,000 |
Hips/Waist |
1,600 |
5,000 |
Outer Thighs |
1,600 |
5,000 |
(Total fee = All Surgical Fees + Non-Surgical Fee). If an anesthesiologist is required, then an additional fee must be anticipated. |
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