Why is this surgery performed?

Liposuction surgery is also known as liposuction, among the people. This surgery is not a weight loss method. It provides the removal of regional lubrication where weight loss and sports methods are insufficient. This surgery can be performed together with tummy tuck and stretching surgeries in other areas, as well as the collected fat can be used for fat injection.

How to do?

It is the process of absorbing the regional adipose tissue with the help of long cannulas after first giving a specially prepared liquid through the small holes opened on the skin. This is the classical method of liposuction. Liposuction is performed with the help of ultrasound energy (VASER), laser and vibration, which has become popular in recent years.

To whom?

The most suitable patients for liposuction are those with regional lubrication that disrupts the body ratio. The most common areas; waist circumference, upper belly, inner leg, under the chin (jowl region), and breast region in men. In addition, patients with a body mass index above 30 or with excessive intra-abdominal fat are not suitable candidates for this surgery. It does not remove excess skin, does not remove the appearance of cellulite and cracks.

What should be considered after the operation?

The patient feels pain for the first few days after the operation, and pain control can be achieved with these simple analgesics. attention is paid to the early mobilization of the patient and plenty of fluid supplementation is required. After the surgery, the drain is followed for 1-3 days, then it is removed and care should be taken to rest for the first 1 week, then light walks can be done after 3 weeks, light sports can be done after 4-6 weeks. It is recommended to use a corset for 4-6 weeks.