Many men suffer from excess weight and localized accumulation of fat that they cannot get rid of despite exercise or diet. In men the areas most commonly affected are the abdomen and the hips (love handles). Such accumulations of fat can be removed with the use of a high vacuum device. The objective of liposuction is to contour the shape of the body in such a way as to give it the best possible form with the least amount of remaining fat. Today liposuction is gaining significant popularity among men.

The popularity of liposuction is perhaps due to its relative simplicity (in the hands of a qualified surgeon). Large amounts of fat can safely be removed through incisions that are barely visible. The fat that is removed never comes back. However, you must remember that it is impossible to remove all fat cells, and the ones that remain may get enlarged if you do not control your dietary intake.

In recent years modern methods of liposuction have virtually eliminated all its dangers. The technique of Tumescent Liposuction has made it possible for the surgeon to remove large amounts of fat without the need for blood transfusion (which was necessary in many large suctioning procedures in the past). There is also much less discomfort and a shorter recovery time with this technique.

The procedure can be either done under local plus sedation or under general anesthesia depending on the extent of surgery. The vacuum suction is inserted in the fatty layer of skin through a small incision and fat is removed.

It is important to understand that liposuction is not a substitute for proper diet and exercise. The best liposuction candidates are those who have localized accumulations of fat. The elastic property and tone of skin are also important in achieving good results. If you have skin of poor elasticity your surgeon may recommend a skin tightening procedure in conjunction with liposuction. Although skin removal is effective in eliminating the excessive laxity, it does leave permanent scars.

After surgery you will wear a compression garment in order to minimize the swelling in the suctioned areas. Wearing this garment for one or two months ensures proper healing and recovery.

Depending on the extent of surgery you may be able to resume normal activities the same day, or need a week to recover. Generally, recovery is complete, no matter how extensive the procedure, by the end of the first week. Rigorous and strenuous activities should be avoided in the first few weeks.

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