February 22, 2012

Am I a Candidate for Liposuction?

Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Liposuction Surgery

For the right candidate, liposuction is a great procedure. It is very safe and effective when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, and can make a tremendous improvement in your figure. Liposuction can get rid of the stubborn fat deposits that prevent you from having the figure you desire.

This page contains some basic information, but the best way to learn whether you are a candidate for liposuction is to talk in person with Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Vasdev Rai, who can evaluate your cosmetic concerns and health to ensure you are a good candidate. Please call or email the Cosmetic Surgical Center to schedule your consultation.

Can Liposuction Help You?

Liposuction can remove excess fat from a localized area. Therefore a candidate must first be one who has excess fat in one or two areas that causes you to feel self-conscious. Virtually any area on the body can be treated, but commonly treated areas include:

  • Abdomen and waist
  • Thighs, hips, and buttocks
  • Upper arms
  • Back
  • Chest
  • Inner knee
  • Calves and ankles

If you have fat in one or two of these areas that you want to remove, you may be a good candidate for liposuction. In some areas where the fat is tougher, such as the back, ultrasonic liposuction may be recommended.

Healthy Liposuction Candidates

In order to be a good candidate for liposuction you must be in good health for the procedure. This means that you should:

  • Be in good physical and emotional health
  • Live an active lifestyle
  • Be a non-smoker
  • Be within 25-30 pounds of your ideal weight
  • Understand the procedure and have realistic expectations

During your consultation, Dr. Vasdev Rai will talk to you about your health history and expectations for the procedure. Candidate selection is crucial to ensuring our patients get the best liposuction results.

To talk to Dr. Rai about whether liposuction surgery is a good procedure for you, please call or email the Cosmetic Surgical Center in Dallas, Texas.  Also serving Fort Worth body contouring patients!