Tumescent Liposuction Explained
Tumescent liposuction is a newer form of liposuction. It was developed to make liposuction more comfortable for the patient and to reduce the risks associated with the procedure. It is a good alternative to consider over traditional liposuction. The best candidates for any type of liposuction are people who have tried other means to get rid of the fat and have not been able to produce the desired results.
Liposuction of any kind is done to remove fat from the body. It is not meant to replace diet and exercise as a way to lose weight. Liposuction is more of a means of sculpting the body to reduce excess fat in areas where diet and exercise have failed to produce results.
Tumescent liposuction involves injecting a tumescent solution into the fat to be removed. This liquid firms up the fat which allows the liposuction cannula to move more smoothly under the skin to suction out the fat.
Due to the fact that the cannula can move smoothly, the pain, blood loss and bruising after tumescent liposuction is greatly less then with traditional liposuction.
The risks involved with tumescent liposuction still include the typical risks associated with any surgery. These are the risk of excessive blood loss, infection and scarring. Overall, though, the tumescent procedure does reduce these risks over traditional liposuction.
An additional risk has been found with tumescent liposuction that is not typically associated with traditional liposuction. With tumescent liposuction here is an increased risk for fluid in the lungs. This is due to the injection of the tumescent liquid. When any liquid is introduced into the body the risk for fluid development in the lungs is increased. However, this risk can be minimalized by choosing a certified and experienced plastic surgeon.
The best candidate for tumescent liposuction will be someone who would qualify for traditional liposuction. Tumescent liposuction is especially suited for someone who wants specific sculpting or who has large areas of fat to be removed.
Tumescent liposuction has very good results. The recovery period is only about three weeks. Results can be seen almost immediately due to the limited swelling and bruising that occurs. IN fact, swelling with tumescent liposuction usually only lasts two days.
Tumescent liposuction offers a great option for someone interested in having excess fat removed from their body. Traditional liposuction carries a great risk of excess blood loss and bruising afterward. Tumescent liposuction really cuts these risks way down and allows for a speedy recovery and fast results.
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