A Guide to Liposuction Surgery This informative guide is intended for those considering liposuction for themselves or a loved one, as well as people who are simply interested in learning more about the process. As with any medical procedure, one of the best ways to reduce complications and risks is to educate yourself about all of the operation’s aspects, including cost, side effects, technique, and long-term consequences.
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WHAT IS LIPOSUCTION?
Liposuction is a form of cosmetic (or aesthetic) surgery meant to remove fat from beneath the skin.
While there are several commonly practiced techniques of liposuction surgery, all involve the insertion of hollow tubes called cannula into small incisions in the skin, called adits, through which fat is suctioned out of the body by an aspirator, or suction.
Who should get Liposuction?
People who maintain a healthy diet who have certain stubborn deposits of fat that do not respond to regular exercise are the best candidates for Liposuction. It is important to realize that liposuction is meant to reshape and re-contour your body; it is NOT meant to be a primary tool for weight loss. When used for this purpose, many patients will find themselves disappointed with the resultant weight gain, because fat bulges often return when a healthy diet and exercise regimen are not introduced.
In addition, liposuction will not make cellulite or stretch marks disappear, and when a very large amount of fat is removed, skin will often be loose around those areas and may not regain its elasticity. If you are extremely overweight, have a history of blood clotting or heart disease, or other issues which might make you a risky candidate for surgery, you should be sure to notify any potential doctor whom you may wish to perform liposuction.
How much does Liposuction cost?
There is, unfortunately, no single answer to this question. The major determining factors are based both on the type of patient and the type of doctor. In terms of the patient, their current weight, amount of scar tissue, proposed amount of fat to be removed, and desired area for removal all weigh into the equation. As with nearly all practitioners, there is a wide range of surgeons when it comes to quality, experience, and reliability. Additionally, factors such as geographic location make a significant difference in the final cost of surgery. On a very general level, one can usually expect the abdomen (both upper & lower) and the breasts to be the most expensive areas to have liposuction performed upon, but price varies widely for the reasons mentioned above, and you might be quoted upwards of £2000 for one area.
A very common mistake that potential liposuction patients make is to assume that the surgical fee is the same as the total, or global fee. In addition to the actual surgery cost, there is often a significant non-surgical or non-operational fee tacked on, as well as the anaesthesiologist’s fee (if required), commonly making the global fee nearly double the surgical fee. See the end of this guide for other tips on avoiding any unpleasant surprises in terms of cost or results if you elect to have liposuction surgery. And remember that most insurances do NOT cover liposuction, because of its status as a cosmetic, and thus elective, surgery. However, you should check with your insurance company to be sure.