Liposuction, the removal of excess fat from specified areas of the body, is an excellent way to remove unwanted pockets of fat that have deposited over time in areas of the body. However, counter to what many people believe, liposuction is NOT a weight loss solution, and while liposuction permanently removes fat cells in certain areas, it does not guarantee that weight gain cannot occur after the procedure. In order to better understand what liposuction can and cannot do for your body, read these important facts collected by Dr. Kole at The Kole Plastic Surgery Center Center in Southampton, Pennsylvania.
Liposuction removes fat cells in targeted areas
During liposuction, fat cells under the skin are liquefied and removed from the the body through small tubes called cannulas and a high powered vacuum machine. Fat cell removal is permanent in that area, however that does not mean that fat cannot be stored elsewhere in the body after liposuction. As fat is a storage system for extra calories, eating more than you need to survive will allow these extra calories to be stored as fat. For this reason, it is not recommended to gain weight after liposuction, in order to reduce the chances of gaining weight out of proportion in the areas of your body that were not treated by liposuction.
Liposuction is a sculpting procedure
Liposuction removes fat from under the skin that hides the underlying muscle and bone structure. Liposuction is an ideal procedure for those who are in good shape but who have difficulty getting rid of fat in certain areas such as the abdominals, arms, flanks, or neck. Liposuction will remove the excess fat and will accentuate the already-existing muscles and bone structure—it does not create muscle and it cannot change bone structure. Therefore, liposuction is a great option for those who do not need to lose a great deal of weight, but who wants to accentuate their figure more. While you will inevitably loose some weight through liposuction, it is not the primary reason for the procedure.
Have realistic expectations
In order to be fully satisfied with your liposuction procedure, it is important to have realistic expectations of the procedure and results before committing to surgery. The best way to learn more about liposuction is to contact Dr. Kole at The Kole Plastic Surgery Center on Street Road in Southampton, PA and schedule a complimentary consultation. Dr. Kole will explain the various liposuction options that he offers and will listen to your concerns and desires from the surgery in order to pick a procedure that will yield maximum results. Dr. Kole can explain the science behind liposuction and will talk to you about what you can and cannot expect from a liposuction procedure. Call today at 215-315-7655 to schedule a consultation!
