How will Dr. Kavali evaluate me for liposuction?
You should come to the consultation prepared to discuss your medical history. This will include information about any medical conditions you may have such as diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease. Dr. Kavali will want to know about previous surgeries, medical treatments and medications that you currently take. It is important for you to provide complete information. How much you currently weigh and whether you plan to lose or gain weight in the future will be factors in evaluating you for liposuction. Dr. Kavali may ask you about the effects of prior weight loss on the appearance of those areas which you have indicated for contouring. She will assess the elasticity of your skin and estimate the amount of fat to be removed for optimal results. How Liposuction is Performed Fat is removed by first inserting a small, hollow tube, called a cannula, through one or more tiny incisions near the area to be suctioned. Incisions are usually less than one-quarter inch in length and are pl
