What Are the Benefits of Liposuction?

Liposuction is still one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the United States; in fact, according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) it’s estimated that over one million people underwent liposuction surgery in 2015 alone.

There’s no doubt that Liposuction is part of the everyday vernacular – but what are the actual benefits associated with Liposuction?

There are certainly plenty of misconceptions. For example, Liposuction is not a weight-loss tool, nor should it be treated as a go-to treatment if you’re having trouble toning your tummy. Additionally, Liposuction doesn’t necessarily lead to permanent results, as it’s important to maintain a healthy diet & exercise to prevent the formation of new fat cells.

What exactly are the benefits of Liposuction? Take a look:

• Liposuction can help sculpt parts of the body that aren’t responding to diet and exercise. Patients who already follow a healthy lifestyle are much more successful Liposuction patients, as they’re more likely to prevent new fat cells from forming.
• Liposuction can remove inches from stubborn parts of the body that are harder to target, like the upper arms or thighs. For example, if you have a toned stomach but are having trouble reducing the size of your upper arms, Liposuction can help with this.
• Liposuction is surprisingly easy to recover from, thanks to new techniques that harness the power of laser heat energy and radiofrequency energy. Recovery usually takes anywhere from 4 to 7 days, depending on the treatment area.
• Liposuction can even be performed with a local anesthetic, depending on the treatment area. For example, many patients are opting to use local anesthetic when targeting smaller spots, like directly underneath the chin.

To learn more about the fantastic benefits of Liposuction, schedule a consultation at the Schaumburg, IL practice of board-certified plastic surgeon, Paul C. Dillon, MD.

Dr. Dillon’s team can work with you to determine if you’re a good candidate for a liposuction procedure!

Paul C. Dillon, MD serves Schaumburg and the greater Chicagoland area.