Liposuction is a surgical procedure that is being undergone by more and more people. In the United States alone, over 200,000 people got liposuction this past year, even with the economic downturn. In 2007, the number was over 300,000. Many of these people went into surgery well prepared, with a healthy understanding of both the risks and the potential benefits of the surgery. Some of the people went into surgery without a proper understanding of the facts. Unfortunately, when people decide to get cosmetic surgery, they sometimes neglect to look before they leap. This article will acquaint readers with some things that a potential patient can expect during recovery from liposuction.
Down time and recovery depend on a variety of factors. The skill of the surgeon, the technique used, your own personal health and the amount of fat removed all affect the recovery process. However, certain generalizations can be made. Most patients can return to work and move normally within a week of their surgery, although it is best if the patient rests as much as possible during the first few days. Some discomfort is normal during this stage, but it can generally be handled easily with prescription and over the counter pain medications. However, be sure to avoid NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen, because these can cause extra bleeding. Walking around can also help with this pain. For the first week, it is best if patients shower instead of taking baths.
During the first few days after the surgery, it is normal for there to be a certain amount of drainage from the incisions, especially if a patient has undergone tumescent liposuction. This drainage is normal, healthy, and necessary, and it should not be cause for excessive worry. During the first week, swelling bruising and numbness should begin to disappear.
After a couple weeks, most patients are able to return to their lives as normal. However, the optimal results of liposuction will not yet be made apparent. Swelling will not typically abate fully for a couple of months. Once the swelling has entirely gone away, many people notice that they have loose or excess skin at the site of their liposuction. This skin should tighten with time, and will probably reach its full tightness about six months after the surgery. Exactly how much and how quickly the skin tightens will depend on the elasticity of the patient's skin. Once the optimal appearance has been achieved, the best way to maintain it is through regular exercise and a healthy diet.
If you are considering getting liposuction and want to know more about recovery, consider attending a consultation with a surgeon in your area. Many surgeons offer free consultations to potential clients. Consultations like these can be extremely helpful in helping you to know what liposuction could do for you and whether or not you are interested. Your surgeon will be able to tell you a lot about the recovery process. If you don't feel comfortable with one surgeon, consult with another. The choice of whether or not to undergo liposuction is yours and yours alone, but with the proper research you can make it correctly.
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