Liposuction & To What Extent Will It Affect Your Pockets?

If there is a fascinating cosmetic procedure today, liposuction certainly takes the trophy. Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure, conducted through tiny incisions and under anesthesia. It is generally an outpatient procedure, unless otherwise.

Liposuction Findings

Liposuction is basically a procedure where unwanted fat ‘excess fat’ is extracted from the body through a cannula. According to global studies, India is ranked 4th  when it comes to performing plastic/cosmetic procedures. Among the commonly performed procedures, liposuction joins the top position with over 1,17,000 procedures per year.

How Liposuction Is Perceived By Millions

Although surgeons recurrently stress that liposuction isn’t a weight loss technique, many people opt for the procedure to lose weight. This is merely on the fact that the fat, which ideally boasts the pounds is eliminated in a single session.

However, liposuction is a body contouring procedure where the fat deposits that failed to respond to diet and exercises are extracted. The liposuction procedure can be conducted in several body regions such as the arms, abdomen, butts, thighs, and the hips.

Liposuction & You: This is What Makes You An Ideal Candidate

To undergo a Liposuction surgery, a patient must be over 17 years, unless otherwise. Other factors that qualify an individual for liposuction are;

• He or she must be a non-smoker
• A patient must have a stable weight
• A patient must be healthy
• The fat must have failed to respond to other techniques like dietary changes and exercises
• The intended region must have a minimal amount of skin
• Liposuction can also be combined with other surgical procedures like thigh lifts, fat transfer, and tummy tucks.
• A patient must have realistic expectations

Types of Liposuction Procedures a Patient Can Consider

There are a number of liposuction techniques a patient can consider apart from the common traditional liposuction procedure.

Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL)

UAL is also known as ultrasonic liposuction, a procedure where the surgeon uses both a hollow instrument ‘cannula’ and the ultrasound. During the procedure, the ultrasound vibrations liquidifies the fat to help the surgeon suction it out more easily. This technique is commonly used in fibrous areas of the body, such as the back and the breasts. At the end of this procedure, suction-assisted liposuction is conducted to remove the fat.

Tumescent liposuction

With this type of liposuction, a given amount of saline solution with a local anesthetic is introduced into the body, basically under the skin. The fat together with the solution are suctioned out using a specialized instrument.

Laser Assisted Lipolysis

Laser Lipo requires a surgeon to use tumescent fluid and a laser energy to break down the fat. The laser heat and energy are delivered through a small incision and at the end, the incisions are left open to drain out the blood and the fluid.

Power-assisted liposuction (PAS) ‘powered liposuction’

With this liposuction approach, the surgeon will use a specialized cannula with a mechanized system is used. This instrument will move back and forth to allow the surgeon suction out the fat.

Dry liposuction

Dry liposuction seems to be an outdated liposuction app[roach, but can be used as the surgeon may find possible. With this approach, no fluid is injected into the body.

How Much Can Liposuction Cost A Patient Today?

Liposuction is generally an affordable procedure today, thanks to technology advancement. Basically, Liposuction surgery cost will depend on various factors, such as;

The Volume of Fat To Be Suctioned Out

Small pouches of stubborn will require less time in the surgical ward and can easily be suctioned out when compared with bigger pouches of stubborn. Patients with more fat may require different treatment sessions, but currently, up to 25 liters of aspirate can be removed in a single session.

The Liposuction Technique Preferred

As explained above, there are various techniques of liposuction with different benefits. In case your liposuction objectives fall within a certain type of Lipo technique, it is best to consider that specific technique. Obviously, Laser Liposuction will not cost the same as Tumescent Liposuction.

The Anesthesiologist’s Charges

General anesthesia, obviously costs more than local anesthesia and remember that the clinic selected can also influence your anesthesia cost. The type of anesthesia required for the procedure is determined by the type of technique to undergo.

The Intended Body Region

Larger areas such as the abdomen and the thighs require more time when compared to other regions such as the chin. Similarly, you will find the facial liposuction requires more precision and excellence than the thighs. This all can influence your liposuction surgery cost.

Combined Procedures 

Some patients believe that undergoing a combined procedure can reduce the cost, but not in all cases. Cases like fat grafting or fat transfer require more time, experience in order to transfer the fat to another region. Remember that this fat must be also be treated before injecting it in another region.

The Clinic & Surgeon

Since the degree of expertise and experience differ in doctors, surgeons who are excellent in this area tend to charge more. Obviously, you are guaranteed the best results and absolute safety during the surgery.

A Precise Table of Liposuction Cost in India

Liposuction Technique	Cost (Rs) Average
Ultrasound-assisted liposuction	68, 000
Laser Assisted Lipolysis	70, 000
Tumescent liposuction	68, 000
Powered Liposuction	50, 000
Dry Liposuction	30, 000
Combined Procedure I.e (Fat Transfer)	70, 000
Intended Region	Cost (Rs)
Abdomen	60, 000
Arms	45, 000
Neck	58, 000
Buttocks	70, 000
Thighs	50, 000

 

Why Get Liposuction? This is What You Will Obtain From The Procedure

Apart from rhinoplasty, breast reduction, and buttocks augmentation, liposuction has gained popularity generally due to its efficacy. Patients who have undergone a Liposuction Surgery praise the procedure for;

• The natural results obtained
• Liposuction is cost-effective
• Helps To perfectly contour the body
• Associated with minimal side effects
• Has helped many to gain self-confidence

Before your liposuction surgery, try to consult the best cosmetic surgeon for an evaluation.