SERVICES: LIPOSUCTION

ARE THERE ANY SURGICAL RISKS?

As any surgical procedure, liposuction is associate with certain common side-effects such bruising, swelling and temporary numbness. Although irregularities of the skin is possible following liposuction, the side-effect is minimized by being awake during the surgery.

The slow resolution of post surgical swelling will delay the ultimate results for 12-16 weeks, however patients will immediatedly see some dramatic results.

Although the results of liposuction are often quite spectacular, it is not realistic to expect perfection. Liposuction of the thighs, while improving the silhouette, does not necessarily eliminate the subtle dimpling of the skin that is referred to as "cellulite." Liposuction with the Tumescent Technique, does reduce the degree of cellulite, but it is unlikely to eliminate it.

Rare problems that can potentially occur with any surgical procedure include: infection, bleeding and nerve injury. The Tumescent Technique minimizes these risks because the lidocaine solution kills bacteria and reduces bleeding.

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