Saturday, December 20, 2008

Medical Procedures To Get Rid of Cellulite

By Ricardo Gibson

Do you have the one section of your body that makes you groan? For many women, cellulite is a cursed word because it is so hard to get rid of regardless of diet and exercise. If you have this problem, a more aggressive approach to consider would be liposuction.

A bit of fat here and there should not bother us. Okay, why not go for some honesty. It can drive you mad. For women, it is the thigh area. For men, the love handles. Removing these pockets of fat can do a world of good for your mental outlook.

Liposuction can be applied to the arms, neck, hips, thighs, abs, face, buttocks, and back. Though liposuction will not completely change the look of your body, it will get rid of some of those last few pounds. If you are going to seek out this type of surgery, make sure to find a qualified surgeon.

Many doctors feel they can handle liposuction procedures even if they are not really plastic surgeons. As with any surgery, there are risks associated with liposuction. Do not risk it. Interview surgeons till you find a certified plastic surgeon that you like and is willing to work with you.

Liposuction pretty much does what it sounds like. There are different techniques, but most involve creating an insertion in the skin, sliding a tube in and then sucking out fat from the area. It is not so much a weight loss tool as a way to shape certain areas of your body.

Many people go through liposuction every year with pleasing results. Still, you should know that there are a few complications that can occur with liposuctions. Most are not life threatening. Complications include infection, swelling, toxic shock syndrome, and embolisms.

Every case is different including yours. You should always go through a detailed discussion of the risks and benefits with your surgeon prior to making any decisions. The vast majority of liposuction cases go fine, but know what you are getting into.

If you have weight issues, liposuction can go a long way to regaining your self confidence. The procedure is fairly quick, but can leave you really sore. That being said, it is clearly the fastest way to remove the cellulite material you simply cannot get rid of with diet and exercise.

Ah, but what about afterwards? Well, you are going to be sore. Really sore. Still, the doctor will give you some pain medications and the soreness should be gone in a few days. Then it is just you, the mirror and your beautiful body sans cellulite! - 15438

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