Lipoplasty is the correct name for what most of us know as liposuction, a cosmetic treatment which removes fat from the thighs, stomach and bottom and is frequently used when other methods fail. The only problem with this procedure is that sometimes the fat returns but not to the region it was originally taken from.

Although there are more, the two most used techniques are Ultrasonic and Tumescent and it is likely you will have one of these. Tumescent is one of the latest advances in this type of treatment which is now is one now of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in the USA.

With this technique, a smaller tube is used to remove the fat which helps limit the amount of bruising which normally occurs. Tumescent liposuction technique is proved to cause less pain, bruising and swelling after surgery, hence shortening the postoperative recovery period.

Removing fat from those hard to get areas like the upper abdomen, thighs and hips is possible with ultrasonic liposuction.

Every medical procedure has some element of risk and this is no different because when using the traditional treatment process the plastic surgeon is unable to see exactly where the probe is inside the body. It is always in the patient’s interest to find out everything they can about the process before they commit to any cosmetic procedure.

The liposuction procedure although relatively safe does carry some risk of side-effects but fortunately fatalities are very rare. Preparation for this type of treatment is imperative so a series of physical examinations are required to ensure that the risk to the individual is minimal. Patients are told to keep wounds clean after the procedure and given antibiotics to avoid possible infection at this vulnerable time. As time has passed, a great deal has been learned and techniques improved.

Lipo Dissolve is a liposuction alternative which is useful in the removal of small amounts of fat like cellulite; dissolving it using a number of small injections. One other benefit of Lipo Dissolve is that it does not require any form of anesthesia and patients feel almost no pain whatsoever.