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You probably already know that liposuction is the process of removing excess body fat, but do you know anything else about liposuction? For instance, what made you decide to check into this procedure? Did a friend or relative have this done? Have you seen before and after pictures, perhaps of a specific targeted area that you may have been considering? There is more to this surgery than meets the eye and you need to be sure that you have an in-depth understanding of the entire liposuction procedure.

Many times you may hear, “It’s just liposuction surgery, so what’s the big deal?” The big deal is that this procedure is no different from any other surgery for any reason. There are always risks involved with invasive surgery and this one is no different. Some of the primary risks associated with it may include blood clots, infection, nerve damage and adverse reactions to the anesthesia. You must be sure that you fully understand pre-op liposuction, the procedure itself as well as post-op instructions. Failure to do so can result in complications or even death, so stay informed.

Having realistic expectations about liposuction results is a major key toward being a good candidate for the procedure, because the results after liposuction surgery are rarely perfect. Your doctor may tell you that if you have cellulite or stretch marks, then you are not likely to get the best results. It’s a good idea to write down any questions you have so that when you see the doctor there will be less chance of forgetting something important.

Of course, if you are not very healthy when considering this surgery, then you may not be an ideal candidate, as there may be more risks involved with someone in poor health. Certain prescriptions that you may be on can make a liposuction procedure unsafe. So be sure you tell your doctor exactly what you are taking or have taken and then you will be able to discuss alternatives, if any are available.

After surgery, an individual’s recovery time is based somewhat on the type of procedure performed. However, when the conversation is about liposuction in general, there are some after-affects that are pretty standard no matter which procedure is performed. For instance, protracted swelling, bruising and tenderness are common to all. Be sure to discuss these possibilities with your doctor prior to your surgery so that you will be prepared for liposuction recovery.