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LIPOSUCTION

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove fatty deposits that won’t go away with diet & exercise from specific body areas, it can be done in arms, abdomen, back, hips and thighs.

There are different techniques applied to a liposuction procedure some of them involve tumescence, laser and ultrasound. The selection on the technique can be discussed with your plastic surgeon to choose the best option to help you achieve your needs and desires.

Liposuction is not intended for weight reduction, but to help improve body contour, give better body proportions, enhance confidence and improve self-image.

This procedure can treat the following areas:

Abdomen
Waist
Back
Arms
Thighs
Neck
Chest

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Who is This For

Age is not a defining factor to be a candidate for this procedure
Patients who want to improve their confidence
Patients who want to improve their body silhouette
Patients who have a positive outlook and realistic goals in mind
Patients who have understand this is not a weight-loss method
Patients who understand that it does not remove cellulite

Before Liposuction

To prepare you may be asked to:

Share your medical information with your surgeon
Share your photos with your surgeon
Have specific blood work done
Cease smoking completely
Have a cardiological evaluation *
Have a chest x-ray *
* may apply in some specific cases

What does the Liposuction Involve?

There are different variations of liposuction that can be performed, it will depend on your medical history of previous procedures as well as age in order for the surgeon to decide which technique will be the best for you. Liposuction reshapes the body by removing fat and contouring your body.

Anesthesia

Liposuction han be done under different methods of anesthesia. In some cases where the area is small, local anesthesia may be used. In other cases general anesthesia will be recommended in order to provide a safe surgery, give the patient the maximum comfort and allow the surgeon to work without any incidents.

Incisions & Procedure Steps for Liposuction

The incisions for liposuction are minimal, usually under 3mm to allow the cannulas to apply a special solution in order to loosen the fat before the aspiration. Latency is given for the medicated solution to take effect, when it is time, the plastic surgeon will use a surgical vacuum with a cannula to aspirate the tumescent fat deposits, contouring your body.

Depending on your needs the surgeon will suggest the best approach.

Right After Surgery

You will be taken into the recovery room to monitor your vital signs and make sure the anesthesia effects have worn out. A compression garment will be placed on your body right after surgery in order to provide pressure to help with your healing process. After having liposuction it is recommended that you stay one night at the hospital in order to make sure you recover properly.

Before You Leave The Hospital

The next after your surgery, your plastic surgeon will assess that you health conditions to go back home. You will be given instructions on how to take care of your new body along with a prescription for medication.

Surgical Care after Liposuction

After the surgery your surgeon will give you a follow up appointment around the 3rd to 7th day, to check your healing, remove stitches and make sure there are no fluid accumulations. The compression garment is meant to cover the treated areas in order to control the swelling and help the skin to attach to your new body. In some cases small drains may be used in the incisions to remove excess fluids. Medications to help with healing and prevent infections will be given.

Recovery & Results after a Liposuction

It is important that you understand that after liposuction you will experience swelling and fluid retention, this will subside with time and proper medication given to you by your surgeon as well as the constant use of the compression garment. The compression garment is usually required to be worn for 4-6 weeks to help with the healing process. Good results are expected but you must remember that there is no guarantee and in some cases it may require more than one surgical procedure to do so. Skin tone is not something that can be improved with liposuction, for this there are many other options your surgeon can advise to improve the laxity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liposuction

What is the safest form of liposuction?

Tumescent liposuction with general anesthesia is the safest and most comfortable way to have this procedure done. You shouldn’t be afraid of general anesthesia. This form of anesthesia allows the surgeon and anesthesiologist to maintain your vital signs under rigorous monitoring, making sure you are not feeling any pain, while monitoring your heart and respiratory functions. Beware when liposuction for large areas is offered with local anesthesia. Local anesthetics applied to large areas when your vital signs are not being monitored can endanger your life. Local anesthesia can be very toxic when applied in large quantities. Reason why general anesthesia with proper medications and applied by an expert anesthesiologist is the safest way to have liposuction in large areas.

Is liposuction painful?

Its normal that first two days after liposuction you will feel sore and tenderness. Your surgeon will prevent that the level of pain becomes intense by doing a proper pain management during the surgery and right after with the prescribed medication. Patients usually report a level of tolerable discomfort for the first couple of days but that is manageable with the given medication. Most describe the discomfort as the feeling of having gone to the gym.

What is the difference between liposuction and tummy tuck?

Every surgical technique has its proper medical indication and not everybody is a candidate for all surgical procedures. This is why its so important that previous to your surgery, the surgeon must evaluate your physical condition and go over your goals with you in order to offer the best solution for your case. Liposuction is meant to shape the body and remove localized fat deposits when the skin has good condition to return to a tight form. Some cases where there is an excess of skin, liposuction is not enough to have the desired results. This is when an abdominoplasty commonly referred as a tummy tuck comes in. This procedure is a larger surgery that involves a large incision across the pelvis in order to take out the extra skin along with the fat deposit, tighten the abdominal muscles, skin and make a new belly button.

Risks and Safety During Liposuction

Although risks and complications rarely occur during a facelift surgery, they can include:

Anesthesia complications
Bruising
Swelling
Infection
Numbness
Thrombosis
Asymmetries

In order to decrease the risks your surgeon will ask for a series of blood tests and a cardiological evaluation to ensure you are in good health for your procedure.

Liposuction in large areas such as abdomen or back is recommended to be done under general anesthesia to prevent any sudden movement by the patient while the surgeon performs the procedure and avoid any punctures to intra-abdominal organs.

Following your surgeon’s recommendations will favor a good outcome.

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Liposuction has a high rate success when patients have realistic goals and understand this is not a weight-loss procedure. Patients report a great improvement in their lives and confidence and recommend the procedure to others.

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Location: Cancun, Mexico
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Procedures Done: Liposculpture y Butt Lift with Fat Graft

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Plastic surgery is a very delicate subject; to find specialists for cosmetic surgery. Drs. Uribe and Vargas were so patient and so professional from day one to the end. They explain every doubt you have and at the time of surgery give confidence and tranquility … and the results?? Incredible!!! Super happy with their work. Thank you for this change in me. Totally recommendable ?

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From: Orlando, USA

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Location: Cancun, Mexico
Doctor: Dr. Jorge Uribe Kalafatic
Procedures Done: HD Liposuction

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I came from Orlando to get HD liposuction here in Cancun! I couldn’t be happier! I really recommend the doctors, they have been amazing and made me feel at ease with all the procedure! If I knew it would be so easy I would have done it years ago! Excellent team and great plastic surgeon.

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Tips Before the Surgery

Consultation with your plastic surgeon. Make sure to ask as much questions as you can. When traveling abroad it’s recommended that you have at least one videoconference to meet with your surgeon and go over important details for the surgery.
Pre-surgical lab work. Before any surgical procedure you will be required to get some blood work done. Some surgeons will ask for a cardiological evaluation that can include a chest x-ray and an EKG.
Make sure to follow the pre-op recommendations your surgeon gives you
If you are a smoker, you will have to cease completely at least 30 days before the procedure.
Before the surgery you will be requested not to eat or drink anything 10-12 hours before the procedure. This is a very important request that you will have to follow in order to assure your personal safety during the surgery.
Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, garlic and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.
Ask your surgeon if you can take arnica tea one or two weeks before the procedure, this will help to dim the swelling and bruising.

Tips Getting Ready for Traveling

Make sure you have all your documentation in order
Make all preparations for 1 week recovery time
If you have the possibility you might want to think of asking a loved one or a friend to accompany you
Remember to have your passport and comfortable clothes, easy to put on shoes and a smile! 🙂

Tips for Recovery

Take the recommended time to recover after a liposuction
Keep your compression garment on 24/7 unless given other instructions by your surgeon
Avoid any spicy foods
Attend to all of your post surgery follow-up appointments
Stay on a low sodium diet during your recovery
Be aware you will retain fluids and be swollen, this is normal, your surgeon will address this issues and give you instructions to take care of them
Some people may become constipated after liposuction, you might want to increase your intake in fruits such as papaya or prunes to help with digestion. In some cases your surgeon will prescribe a mild laxative.
Ask your surgeon if you may continue to use arnica tea
Above ALL follow your surgeon’s instructions

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