What is the difference between Liposuction and a Tummy Tuck?
Basically, liposuction is designed to remove excess fat from beneath the skin. Abdominoplasty, or a “tummy tuck,” is designed to remove excess skin and to tighten the abdominal wall and skin. While liposuction can significantly reduce the clothing size in a person who is generally obese, a tummy tuck may not change clothing size at all. On the other hand, a person who has lost much weight and has loose, hanging skin that makes everyday tasks and wearing clothing difficult, a tummy tuck is more effective.
What Is Liposuction? Liposuction is the most common cosmetic plastic surgery procedure performed in the United States. Invented in the late 1970’s, it was introduced in 1982 to the United States, where it is now performed on more than 400,000 people annually. Liposuction is also known as “lipoplasty” or “suction-assisted lipectomy.” All of these refer to the removal of unwanted lumps, bulges, and areas of fat using a thin suction metal tube or a “cannula.” This instrument is inserted into subcutaneous body fat through small incisions. A strong vacuum is then applied through a hose attached to the cannula, which draws fat from under the skin. The term “liposculpture” refers mostly to the practice of liposuction where the body parts are contoured and shaped into a slimmer profile. Because it involves sculpting and contouring, your plastic surgeon should be one who is blessed with a strong artistic sense. It is, after all, not the latest liposuction technique or machine that will give you
Basically, liposuction is designed to remove excess fat from beneath the skin. Abdominoplasty, or a “tummy tuck,” is designed to remove excess skin and to tighten the abdominal wall and skin. While liposuction can significantly reduce the clothing size in a person who is generally obese, a tummy tuck may not change clothing size at all. On the other hand, a person who has lost much weight and has loose, hanging skin that makes everyday tasks and wearing clothing difficult, a tummy tuck is more effective. Who is Not a Good Candidate for Liposuction? Liposuction is not a “quick fix” that you can undergo repeatedly as a way of “keeping in shape.” Also, liposuction is not a solution for correcting unstable or traumatic situations in your life such as serious diseases, unhappy marriages or mental illness. Liposuction cannot make people fall in love with you, or save your marriage! Can I Undergo Liposuction If I Have Diabetes, or Other Chronic Conditions? Men and women who have chronic healt
