Lipoaspiration, also known as liposuction, is a surgical procedure performed all over the world. Every day, it attracts more and more patients wishing to slim down one or more parts of their body, thus reshaping their silhouette in a harmonious way.
1. Why have liposuction?
There are several reasons why patients may resort to liposuction:
- Excess localized fat: Some people have areas of the body that tend to store excess fat. Liposuction can help remove this fat to improve the appearance of these areas.
- Unsatisfactory results after weight loss: Some people may have lost weight, but are left with stubborn areas of fat that don’t respond to diet or exercise. Liposuction can help remove this fat to improve the appearance of these areas.
- Genetic build: Some people have a genetic build that makes them more likely to store fat in certain areas of the body. Liposuction can help treat this problem.
- Improve physical appearance: Liposuction can help improve overall physical appearance by removing excess body fat and shaping body contours.
It’s important to note that liposuction is a surgical technique and should be considered a last resort after trying non-surgical methods to achieve your weight loss and body contouring goals. It’s also important to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your expectations and whether you’re a good candidate for liposuction.
2. Who is this intervention for?
Liposuction is available to both men and women. Women who have given birth can be treated, provided they wait 6 months after delivery and are no longer breast-feeding. It is also important to stress that liposuction is not recommended for people with underlying health problems or a significant medical history.
3. What areas of the body can be treated?
Would you like to do away with your saddlebags, love handles or those stubborn little lumps around your knees? Liposuction can be performed on many areas of the body. It’s an aesthetic procedure commonly performed to improve the appearance of areas of the body that tend to store fat, such as the hips, thighs, buttocks, stomach and arms.
4. Procedure
The first step before undergoing liposuction is a pre-operative assessment. During this consultation, the patient will have the opportunity to express his or her expectations and wishes. The surgeon will analyze the situation to determine whether the operation is feasible. Secondly, various aspects of the operation will be discussed. Depending on the number of areas to be treated, the duration of the operation, the length of hospitalization and the type of anesthesia may vary. The third part concerns the operation itself. During the operation, the surgeon will make 3 to 4 mm incisions. These are discreet and often hidden in a natural crease to ensure that scars are as inconspicuous as possible. After infiltration, the fat to be extracted is aspirated using a fine cannula connected to a medical aspirator, allowing the contours and volumes of the area to be treated to be worked out. Finally, the patient can return home the same day. Recovery may vary according to the amount of fat removed and the area treated, but most patients can return to their normal activities within a few days. A period of 6 months is recommended to assess the final result.
5. How much does liposuction cost?
The cost of liposuction varies depending on the number of zones to be treated. Rates at Claris Clinic, where experienced and competent specialists accompany you in a safe, modern environment, start at 2,950 euros + VAT. They then vary according to the number of areas to be treated. This price includes all services (surgeon, anaesthetist, clinic, etc.) as well as all post-operative follow-up (panty, dressings, follow-up consultations, etc.), which is not always the case. You should therefore make sure that the prices quoted by some clinics include all services.
