Liposuction

What to Expect from Liposuction?

Liposuction is an effective plastic surgery method for those who want to get rid of stubborn fat accumulated in the body and have a more shaped silhouette. Many people choose this procedure to get rid of stubborn fat in certain areas of their body and achieve a more aesthetic appearance. The popularity of the procedure is growing, not only for cosmetic reasons but also as part of a healthy lifestyle.

This procedure has become safer and more effective with the advancement of technology. Laser liposuction, for example, stands out as a less invasive method. The laser liposuction procedure melts the fat cells, allowing the specialist to remove them more easily, and offers a faster healing process on the skin. This method is an ideal option, especially for patients who want faster results and minimal scarring.

The specialist performs liposuction surgery under anesthesia, and the duration of the procedure varies depending on the size of the area. You can return to your daily activities within a few days after the surgery, but the full recovery process may take several weeks. In this process, there are some important points you should pay attention to before and after liposuction.

You can observe the results of liposuction week by week, and results usually start to become evident in the first weeks. During the first week, there may be swelling and bruising in the area where the surgeon performed the procedure, but this situation improves over time. By the second week, the swelling decreases, and your body contours become more defined. In the later stage, you usually return to your normal life and can see the results of the procedure more clearly.

The results of the procedure are permanent, but this means that you should adopt a healthy lifestyle after the procedure. After the surgeon has removed the fat cells, it is unlikely that fat will accumulate in these areas again, but if the overall body fat percentage increases, fat may accumulate in other areas. For this reason, a balanced diet and regular exercise after the procedure are very important to maintain the results you will achieve.

One of the most important factors for people considering this procedure is the cost of the procedure. The cost of liposuction may vary depending on the size of the area, the duration of the procedure, and the surgeon's experience. For example, the cost of double chin liposuction may be lower because it is usually a smaller area, while the cost of full body liposuction may be higher.

What is Liposuction? How Does It Work?

Liposuction is a procedure that stands out as one of the most effective body contouring methods offered by modern medicine. The surgeon performs this procedure to eliminate stubborn fat deposits in certain areas of the body. The procedure removes fat cells that usually cannot be removed by diet and exercise. This procedure is very popular among both women and men and is one of the most popular procedures in plastic surgery.

The procedure is based on vacuum suctioning fat cells through small incisions. These incisions are usually very small and strategically placed by our surgeon, leaving minimal scars after the procedure. The surgeon can perform this procedure on various areas, such as the abdomen, butts, legs, arms, back, and face. In some cases, it is even effective in smaller areas, such as under the chin.

The recovery process after the procedure may vary from person to person, but you can usually return to your daily activities within a few days. You may notice swelling and bruising for the first few weeks, which will reduce over time, and the final results are usually evident within a few months.

Who is an Ideal Candidate for Liposuction?

This procedure is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure that many people opt for to sculpt their body contours and get rid of stubborn fat. To get the best results from this procedure and reduce the risk of complications, you need to meet certain criteria. Here are typical characteristics of ideal candidates for liposuction:

• This procedure is suitable for individuals in good general health. People with serious health conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes) should have a detailed assessment with their doctor before undergoing this procedure.
• Smokers should stop smoking before and after the procedure.
• This is a body contouring procedure, not a weight loss method. Ideal candidates should be close to their ideal weight and only complain of stubborn fat deposits in certain areas. Individuals with an excessively high BMI value should lose weight first and then consider this procedure. This procedure targets localized fat deposits and doesn’t provide overall weight loss.
• It doesn’t offer a miracle solution and will not completely change your overall body composition. Therefore, you need to be informed about the limitations and possible outcomes of the procedure and adjust your expectations accordingly.
• Surgical procedures can affect you mentally, emotionally, and physically. You should keep your morale and motivation high before and after the procedure and seek psychological support if necessary.

What are the Common Risks of Liposuction?

Being aware of the risks and side effects of this procedure is of great importance for you to make an informed decision and manage the post-operative process correctly. Here are the risks and side effects of liposuction:

• Infection through surgical incisions: Small incisions made by the surgeon during the procedure carry the risk of infection. This risk increases when you don’t pay attention to hygiene rules after surgical intervention.
• Fluid loss and accumulation: This procedure involves the surgeon removing large amounts of fluid and fat from the body. This can lead to fluid imbalances, although this is rare. You may also see fluid retention in the body.
• Skin sensitivity and changes: After the procedure, you may notice a temporary loss of sensation or increased sensitivity of the skin. This usually resolves within a few weeks. However, in rare cases, permanent nerve damage may occur.
• Fat particles entering the circulation: Although extremely rare, a serious complication called fat embolism can occur when fat cells enter the circulatory system during the procedure and block blood vessels.
• Anesthesia-related complications: Although rare, anesthesia can cause allergic reactions, breathing problems, or other serious complications in some people.

What Areas of the Body Can Be Treated with Liposuction?

This procedure allows the surgeon to remove excess fat from different body areas. It offers an ideal solution for fat deposits that you usually cannot remove with diet and exercise. The surgeon can choose this procedure for many areas, and the surgeon determines each area according to your aesthetic goals and needs. Here are the main body areas that our specialist will treat with liposuction:

• Abdomen: Fat accumulation in the upper and lower abdominal areas is common, especially in postpartum women and people who gain and lose weight. A tummy tuck procedure with liposuction removes excess fat from these areas, resulting in a flatter and firmer abdomen.
• Butts and thighs: The surgeon can remove the fat in these areas with this method to make the body contours more prominent and proportionate. Removing fat from the butts and hips provides a more shaped lower body appearance.
• Inner and outer thighs: Fat accumulated in the legs, especially in the inner and outer thighs, can cause aesthetic concerns. This procedure removes fat from these areas, making the legs look slimmer and shapelier.
• Around the knees: Our surgeon can also treat fat accumulated on the inner and outer parts of the knees with this procedure. This procedure helps the legs to have a more proportional and aesthetic appearance.
• Arms: Fat accumulation in the upper arms becomes a common problem, especially with age and weight gain and loss. This procedure removes excess fat from the upper arms, making them look firmer and more shaped.
• Upper and lower back: Fat accumulated in the back area, especially in the upper and lower back, can lead to poorer fitting clothes and aesthetic concerns. This procedure removes fat from these areas, providing a smoother and shaped back appearance.
• Under the chin and neck: The doctor can treat fat accumulated in the double chin and neck area with this method to define your facial features and give you a more youthful appearance. This procedure sculpts the jawline and neck, providing a slimmer and more defined facial structure.
• Cheeks: By removing excess fat from the cheeks with this method, the specialist will help your facial features become sharper and more defined.
• Female and male breasts: The surgeon may prefer this method for breast reduction in women or gynecomastia treatment (excessive breast growth in men). This procedure makes the breasts appear smaller, firmer, and proportionate.
• Waist and flanks: The waist circumference and lateral abdominal areas are common areas of fat accumulation. This procedure removes fat from these areas, making the waist look slimmer and curvier.
• Upper thighs: Fat deposits in the upper thighs cause the legs to rub against each other and cause discomfort. This procedure removes excess fat from the upper thighs, allowing the legs to move more comfortably and look more aesthetically pleasing.
• Around the butts: The surgeon can also treat fat around the butts with this procedure. This procedure helps to make the butts more shaped and proportionate.

How is Liposuction Performed?

There are some important steps and expectations that you should be aware of during the procedure. Here are the liposuction procedure steps:

• Consultation and Evaluation

When you decide to have this procedure, the first step is to have a detailed consultation with our plastic surgeon. During this consultation, the surgeon evaluates your general health status, medical history, and aesthetic goals. The surgeon carefully examines the areas to be treated and assesses skin elasticity, fat accumulation, and overall body structure.

• Preparation and planning

You will need to have some medical tests before the procedure. These tests determine whether your general health is suitable for surgery. You may need to fast for a certain period before the day of surgery. Usually, you should not eat or drink anything for 8-12 hours before surgery.

• Anesthesia

During this procedure, you will be under anesthesia, and you will have no pain or aches.

• Opening the incisions

The surgeon makes small incisions in the areas to be treated. The incisions are usually very small and ensure that the scars after the procedure are minimal.

• Removal of fat cells

The surgeon inserts the cannula through the incisions and breaks down the fat cells by moving them back and forth. The surgeon suctions the broken fat cells out of the body with the help of a vacuum. This stage allows the doctor to effectively remove the fat and helps to sculpt your body contours.

• Closing the incisions

After removing the fat cells, the surgeon closes the incisions with sutures and applies bandages to the area. The bandages reduce swelling and support your healing process. You need to rest for the first few days after surgery. Your surgeon will prescribe medications to relieve pain and may recommend using compression garments to reduce swelling.

Can Liposuction Be Combined with Other Procedures?

The surgeon can perform liposuction alone or in combination with other plastic surgery procedures. These combinations both ensure that the results are more effective and allow you to complete your recovery process in a single period. Here are other procedures the surgeon can combine with liposuction:

• Tummy tuck: The specialist may combine this procedure with a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. This combination is particularly effective for aesthetic recovery of the abdomen that has loosened after childbirth or major weight loss.
• Breast reduction or augmentation: This procedure allows the surgeon to remove excess breast tissue and fat during breast reduction surgery. The surgeon can use the fat cells obtained by liposuction in breast augmentation surgery.
• Neck lift: When the surgeon combines this procedure with facelift and neck lift surgeries, it targets excess fat under the chin and in the neck area. This makes facial contours look more defined and youthful.
• BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift): The surgeon performs BBL surgery by injecting the fat cells obtained with this procedure into the butts. This combination allows you to achieve fuller and more shaped butts.
• Arm lift: This combination removes sagging in your arms and gives you a firmer look.
• Thigh lift: This procedure helps your legs look slimmer and shapelier.

What is the Recovery Time for Liposuction?

As with any surgical procedure, this procedure requires a certain recovery period. This process may vary depending on your general state of health, the size of the procedure, and your compliance with the surgeon's instructions. Here are the main stages and expectations you should be aware of during the recovery after liposuction:

• It is important to rest for the first few days after surgery. You should avoid heavy physical activities during this time.
• Swelling after liposuction is common in the areas where the surgeon performed the procedure. The swelling usually subsides within a few weeks, but it may take several months for it to go away completely.
• There may be pain and discomfort after surgery. Your surgeon might recommend pain relief medication to alleviate discomfort.
• Small surgical scars may remain after the procedure. You should use the creams and care methods recommended by your surgeon to reduce the prominence of these scars. It may take a few months for the scars to heal completely, and during this time, you should protect them from the sun.

How Much Does Liposuction Cost?

Liposuction cost varies according to many factors. The most important factors affecting prices include the size of the area, the number, and the techniques. For example, advanced technologies such as laser liposuction or ultrasound-assisted liposuction can be more expensive than traditional methods.

If you want to achieve the body contours of your dreams with this procedure, you can choose us and achieve effective results with our expert and experienced surgeon. We aim for the best results by offering customized treatment plans. We are waiting for you to have a healthy and aesthetic appearance.