Frequently Asked Liposuction Questions
Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Lipo
Am I a Good Liposuction Candidate?
You are a good liposuction candidate if you have already tried diet and exercise and have not been able to eliminate small pockets of fat, you are within 25 lbs. Of your ideal body weight, you have a clear understanding of the risks and benefits of lipo as well as the probable outcome for you, and you are in stable mental and physical condition.
What type of anesthesia is used for body contouring?
Three types of anesthesia are used with body contouring. These include local anesthesia with sedation, epidural anesthesia, and general anesthesia. Dr. Rai typically prefers general anesthesia, but the method used depends on the extent of the procedure and also on patient preference.
How is liposuction ‘customized’ for my body?
After careful analysis and discussion, Cosmetic Surgeon in Dallas , Dr. Rai tailors each liposuction procedure to fit your specific body characteristics and meet your individual goals. Much care and consideration is used to determine the best surgical techniques to give you the desired end result.
How much will my liposuction cost?
The cost of your liposuction procedure will depend on the number of individual body regions needing liposuction. Dallas Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Rai and his expert cosmetic surgery staff will give you an exact quote of costs during your personal consultation. We offer affordable financing plans to fit your budget.
What should I expect from liposuction results?
Viewing our library of before & after photos of Dr. Rai’s body contouring patients is helpful to see individuals with similar anatomy and get a more realistic idea of what liposuction can do for you.
Are the effects of Liposuction permanent?
The effects of liposuction are essentially permanent. The new body shape will never revert to the pre-operative appearance. If significant weight gain occurs, all areas will enlarge proportionately maintaining the new post-operative contour.
What body areas can benefit from Body Contouring?
Body contouring is most commonly used to treat the abdomen, (both upper and lower portions), the hips, waist, thighs, buttocks, and the neck. Other areas commonly treated include the calves, knees, ankles, back and arms.
What are the risks of Liposuction?
Primary risks of liposuction can include infection, adverse reactions to anesthesia, blood clots and nerve damage. However, Dallas Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Rai takes appropriate precautions to minimize risk to his patients.
Liposuction is currently the second most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the U.S. (after breast augmentation). While there have been reports of serious complications and even death resulting from liposuction, recent research indicates that there has been a significant improvement in liposuction safety.
Risks and complications may include but are not limited to unfavorable scarring, infection, hematoma, fluid accumulation, skin irregularities, skin looseness, asymmetry, and pulmonary complications.
It is important to remember that although significant complications can occur, they are uncommon.
How much recovery time do I need for Liposuction?
Patients’ liposuction recovery time is dependent on the number of areas treated. Most patients experience a reduction of initial swelling within the first week following the surgery, and are able to return to a light work schedule. You are free to take showers after two days, but a bath should not be taken for a week or so.
There is usually some degree of bruising after liposuction. This usually goes away within two weeks. Some patients have virtually no bruising, but most have at least a little.
In addition to swelling in the area treated by liposuction, you may have swelling in a dependent body area (lower on the body than the liposuction was). For example, abdominal liposuction often causes swelling in the groin area, liposuction of the thighs or legs may cause swelling of the ankles. This dependent-area swelling is temporary and resolves rapidly however.
You will probably be advised to wear a compression garment for two to three weeks. By three weeks, approximately 60%-70% of the result will usually be evident. It takes approximately three months for the final appearance.
Why should I choose Dr. Rai for liposuction?
Dallas Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Rai is an experienced board certified plastic surgeon with 30 years of experience and special concentration in liposuction and body contouring surgery. He and his staff are dedicated to providing you with the highest level of expertise in cosmetic surgery with a uniquely personalized and meticulous approach to patient care.
If you have questions about liposuction or another body contouring procedure, we’ll be happy to give you answers. Contact Dr. Rai’s Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas office at (800) 558-7355 and set up your confidential liposuction surgery consultation today.
