Liposuction is performed on people who are otherwise healthy and near their ideal body weight.  It is used to treat “saddle bags”, “bra bulges” as well as the ever popular “love handles”.  It is a relatively common procedure for a person to undergo, especially after a dramatic weight loss or after childbirth.  As people age, fat deposits form in places where they did not exist previously.  These unattractive areas of skin and fat can be resistant to exercise and can often cause distress or anxiety.  A person may feel self conscious about areas of their body.  Liposuction might be a good choice for someone to correct a problem area. 

Who Should Consider Liposuction?

If liposuction sounds like it might be an option for you, you should contact a plastic surgeon to help you weigh the risk and benefits of this type of procedure.  Patients often report feeling better and less self conscious about areas of their body that they previously felt were unattractive.  The procedure is done under general anesthesia and usually has a short recovery time, but has the same risks as other procedures.  People undergoing liposuction need to make sure that this is something that they feel is going to help them feel better about themselves. 

Consult a Professional

If you think liposuction is an option for you and your “problem areas”, many trained surgeons are available to help you decide if liposuction is the right choice.  Meeting with a doctor who has performed this procedure often will help a patient make an informed decision.