Liposuction is a po[censored] r cosmetic surgery procedure that involves removal of fat deposits from particular areas of the body. It can now be performed using general or local anesthesia depending on the procedure that will be done.
Liposuction is usually combined with other plastic surgery procedures to achieve the goals of the patient. It may go alongside a facelift, body, or tummy tuck, for example. When done in conjunction with other procedures, the doctor performs liposuction with the patient under general anesthesia for safety and comfort of the patient.
Nowadays, there are liposuction procedures that can be done using local anesthetics. Your plastic surgeon will determine the best option depending on the amount of fat that has to be removed. The most common liposuction done with local anesthesia are chin liposuction, bra fat liposuction, minimal liposuction of the flanks or hips, or minimal liposuction of the abdominal area.
Benefits of Using Local Anesthesia for Liposuction
Experienced plastic surgeons recommend local anesthesia when applicable because of the following benefits:
* It is cheaper than going under general anesthesia
* Recovery time is shorter
* Fewer risks for the patient
Determining the plastic surgery technique to be used will involve thorough consultation with the duly licensed plastic surgeon. If you are considering to have liposuction, you need to discuss your goals frankly and sincerely with your cosmetic surgeon. The patient will undergo proper physical examination to determine if you are a good candidate for liposuction. The surgeon will then discuss the different options, risks, possible outcome, length of recovery, and cost of the procedure.
Liposuction under local anesthesia has been advancing through the years. It uses modern equipment, modern techniques, and the patient seeing results in as early as two or three days.
Side Effects and Risks of Local Anesthesia
Every surgery involves risks. Using local anesthesia for your liposuction has fewer risks than when using general anesthesia. It is critical that patients follow the advice and instructions of the surgeon to ensure safety. Some known side effects of local anesthesia include mild sleepiness, vomiting, and nausea.
Serious complications are very rare when using local anesthesia for liposuction. These can be prevented by choosing a board certified plastic surgeon to do the job, letting your doctor know of all medications that you are taking, and disclosing the medical conditions that you have.
In case a high concentration of local anesthesia is left in the patient's blood stream, toxicity can occur.
Mild toxicity may have symptoms like diminished coordination, unsteady gait, problem with your vision, impaired memory, and confusion. Hyperventilation and anxiety of the patient may also cause similar symptoms. These effects can also be seen due to medicines taken by the patient without the knowledge of the doctor.
Severe toxicity with local anesthetics may present with unconsciousness, seizures, widespread twitching of muscles, or ringing inside the ears. Some severe cases may cause slow heart beats, irregular heart beats, and low blood pressure.
If you are considering to have a cosmetic surgery procedure done in Brazil, Dr. Eduardo Sitnoveter is a leading specialist known for using modern liposuction techniques with local anesthesia. Dr Eduardo Sitnoveter is a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery.
