Liposuction Sheffield

More Factors to Consider

• Will you like your looks after liposuction?
The cosmetic effect after liposuction may be very good and many patients report being satisfied. However, your appearance afterward may not be what you expected or wanted. Some physicians counsel their patients that reasonable expectations are important.

• The results may not be permanent.
If you gain weight after liposuction surgery, the fat may return to sites where you had liposuction or to other sites.

• Liposuction is not for everyone.
You are probably not a good candidate for liposuction surgery if cost is an issue. Most medical insurance will not pay for cosmetic liposuction, and the cost may be significant. You are also probably not a good candidate if you are overweight or obese and trying to lose weight, if you have a disease or are on medication that affects wound healing, or if your skin elasticity is inadequate. Lack of skin elasticity can cause the area the fat was removed from to be baggy after liposuction.

• There are alternatives.
These include changing your diet to lose excess body fat, exercising, accepting your body and appearance as it is, or using clothing or makeup to downplay or emphasize body or facial features.

• Make sure you understand the procedure and what you can expect.
It is important for you to read the patient information that your doctor provides so that you understand the risks involved. Ask about potential problems that could occur, and ask about the physician’s experience in performing liposuction.

• How accurate is the advertising?
Be wary of advertisements that say or imply you will have a perfect appearance after liposuction. Remember that advertisements are meant to sell you a product or service. Also, don’t base your decision simply on cost.

• Don’t be pressured.
Take your time to decide whether liposuction is right for you and whether you are willing to take the risks of the surgery for its benefits.

Article Courtesy: www.fda.gov/cdrh/liposuction/