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What is liposuction?
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that is performed to remove excess fat from the body. A suction cannula, which resembles a thin metallic rod, is inserted in repetitive motions under the skin of the target area. The device “sucks” out the fat from under the skin. The fat cells that are sucked out are removed permanently and will not recur or grow back. In some cases, the fat that is harvested will be used for Fat Grafting to a different area of the body.
Dr Turner performs liposuction under general anaesthetic in one of our Private Hospitals in Sydney.
Am I a candidate for Liposuction?
Liposculpture is ideal for those who are struggling to shift pockets of fat, despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle of diet and exercise.
The best liposuction candidates include healthy men and women of normal weight with good skin tone and elasticity with realistic expectations. Liposuction should not be considered as a substitute for weight loss, so patients should be physically healthy and seeking to refine and contour their figure.
The information provided is for general purposes only, it is not intended to replace a professional consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon. Invasive procedures carry inherent risks and potential complications which will be discussed in detail. Results vary and should be used only as a guide as every client is unique, which is why a second opinion is advisable. Learn more about the risks of plastic surgery at https://drturner.com.au/patient-journey/risks-complications-cosmetic-surgery/
Benefits of Liposuction or Liposculpture Surgery
Dr Turner mostly utilises Liposuction in conjunction with other surgical procedures, such as breast lift, breast reduction, abdominoplasty, facelift and fat grafting to enhance your body’s natural curves. However, in some cases, it may be performed as a stand-alone procedure.
Liposuction is NOT an alternative to dieting, nor an obesity treatment, it should be considered a reshaping or contouring tool, not a weight loss treatment.
For more information on Neck or Submental Liposuction, please visit the Chin Liposuction page.
What to Expect from a Liposuction Procedure
Your liposuction procedure will be performed in a fully accredited, private hospital in Sydney. Your anaesthetist will give you a general anaesthetic and you can expect the operation to take between 1-3 hours depending on how many areas are treated. The small incisions are covered with a dressing, and you are placed in a compression garment. You may be sent home with drains which will be removed at your first post-operative appointment with Dr Turner’s surgical nurse, these collect any excess fluid that would otherwise be trapped beneath the skin.
Before your procedure, Dr Turner will mark the areas which will be operated on, he will also ask if you have any last-minute questions or concerns and put your mind at ease. During the procedure, tiny incisions are hidden in natural body creases; it is through these incisions a special fluid called ‘Tumescent Solution’ is infiltrated into the fat. This fluid assists with the removal of fat cells and contains adrenaline to decrease postoperative bruising, as well as local anaesthetic which makes the area numb for postoperative comfort. The fat is suctioned out via the small incisions until the desired contour is achieved.
There are a variety of liposuction techniques available that are referred to by their brand name and often cause confusion to patients who contemplate having liposuction. The primary difference is the type of energy source used to suction the fat.
Recovery After Your Liposuction Procedure
To help minimise post-op swelling and promote a firm result, you will be required to wear a compression garment for up to 6 weeks, starting at close to 24hrs per day, and gradually decreasing. You can expect bruising for a period of 2 weeks and swelling for up to 6 weeks.
You should be aware that the final result may take several months to show, and healing may continue for up to a year. It is normal to experience temporary numbness in the liposuction areas.
Patients report minor post-operative pain, which is treated with oral medication. You will be given a prescription for pain management. Have someone fill the prescription, drive you home and take care of you as you recover during the first few days after your surgery.
You may return to work and begin light exercise as soon as one week after liposuction surgery. You are encouraged to resume normal exercise as soon as you are able as this helps with skin tightening. Most activities can be resumed fully at six weeks following your procedure.
You will have an appointment to see Dr Turner within the first week after surgery to check that your wounds are healing as expected. You will have frequent appointments over the first year to monitor your progress, where our nursing team and Dr Turner will give you advice on scar management, wearing garments and resuming normal activities.
Stomach Liposuction vs Abdominoplasty
Compared to a tummy tuck surgery or abdominoplasty, tummy liposuction is less invasive. It does not involve any large incisions. It’s done through several tiny incisions that leave a visible scar.
Nevertheless, a tummy tuck surgery allows for the removal of excess loose skin and abdominal muscle tightening. Liposuction alone is NOT recommended if you have poor quality or excess loose skin. Stomach liposuction is often combined with a tummy tuck to achieve the best possible results.
