Liposuction
in Manhattan
Seeking Cosmetic Surgery In Manhattan
Manhattan lies at the center of New York City, and includes many of its most renowned and popular neighborhoods. Being the fashion capital of the United States, Manhattan consequently also boasts glamourous shopping districts, offering the widest range of large department stores, dedicated specialty shops and the latest hip boutiques. It's all here and it's all about looking good and feeling good.
Cosmetic surgeons are also widely available in Manhattan, and at first it seem like a great challenge to pick out the broad choices to one who is perfect for you. Our resources section can get you started on your pick for the best plastic surgeon who matches your criteria. Be sure to also investigate some of the related information for facts about specialists who can get you started with your own procedures.
Liposuction At A Glance
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that sucks out fat deposits from under the skin. Liposuction is not a low-effort alternative to exercise and diet. To be a good candidate for liposuction, you must have clear expectations about what the technique can do for you.
Liposuction Reasons & Benefits
The best candidates for liposuction are average-weight people with firm, elastic skin who have areas of extra fat in localized areas. He or she will be physically healthy, psychologically sound and understanding in their expectations. It is ideal for the patient to be in as good a shape as possible at the time of the technique and to have given up smoking for many months.
Your age is not significant consideration; but note, older patients may have lowered skin elasticity and may not achieve the same results as a younger patient with tighter skin.
Liposuction Surgery Procedure
The procedure begins with a pre-operative consultation with the surgeon where you are provided with specific instructions about how to prepare for the technique.
Although liposuction is generally a very low risk technique it is vital that you follow the instructions very carefully as slight differences can cause serious problems.
The targeted areas are marked on the body while the candidate is in a standing position.In some instances photographs should be taken of the area to be treated, so the patient will have before and after photographs. Local anesthetic is pumped and the patient could be given a sedative, either orally, or through an IV injection.
An antibiotic should be given either shortly before, or right after. The fat is normally removed via a cannula (a hollow tube) and aspirator (a suction device). Incisions are tiny, about a quarter to a third of an inch. The tumescent procedure involves injecting fluids and anesthetic under the skin. The tumescent technique offers a long list of benefits over traditional liposuction procedures.
If many sites are being treated, your surgeon will move on to the next areas, working to keep the incisions as inconspicuous as realistic.
The patient will feel only a scraping or rasping feeling from the cannula probing. Frequently the patient can get up, walk around, and go home the same day if they did not receive general anesthesia, although they'll need someone else to drive.
A compression garment or bandage is worn for 2 to 4 weeks. If non-absorbable stitches are used, they can be taken out after five to ten days. Depending on the extent of the liposuction, clients are generally able to return to work or school after two days to two weeks.
Risks And Complications Of Liposuction
Liposuction has greater risk for individuals with medical problems including diabetes, significant heart or lung disease, poor blood circulation, or those who have recently had surgical techniques near the area to be contoured.
Liposuction Costs
Surgeons costs for liposuction are usually between $600 to $1,200, depending on difficulty, for a small area. The cost is more for larger body areas. The expected cost for the abdomen is $4,000 to $8,000, but for the outer thigh is about half as expensive. Fees for the operating room, anesthesiologist and drugs can significantly raise the total. In addition the fees are generally higher in some major cities.
Check with your doctor to find the precise cost until finally making your decision. There are options for paying the fees over time.
Questions To Ask Your Liposuction Surgeon
You should normally have a meeting with your doctor before agreeing to any kind of surgery. You want to take sufficient time to get all your questions answered. Also you should ask to see before and after photos to get a better understanding of what is possible.
Some questions you will probably ask include:
- Am I being realistic about my desired results?
- Where will the surgery be performed and how long will it take?
- What is the healing time for doing various activities?
- What is the amount this will cost me?
- How much experience have you had performing this technique?
- How often do complications occur?
- What if I am not satisfied with the outcome?
Be sure the surgeon has your complete medical history and knows of any allergies or special needs you have.
News About Liposuction
Liposuction Demand Falls as Non-Invasive Treatments Such as Zeltiq® Climb
09/08/2010 A survey conducted by The Patient's Guide found that almost three-quarters of respondents would prefer a non-surgical procedure such as Zeltiq® over liposuction even if it meant more treatments were needed.
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The Harley Medical Group Report Surge in Liposuction Procedures
09/08/2010 The Harley Medical Group has reported thousands of enquiries for liposuction over the last month as a wave of what is termed 'beach envy' - jealousy of other women's bodies - hit holidaymakers.
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09/08/2010 Revolutionary Procedure Safely Eliminates an Average of 20% Fat in Treated Area
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Say Goodbye to Unwanted Love Handles: Coolsculpting by ZELTIQ Receives FDA Clearance for Patented, Non-Invasive ...
09/08/2010 PLEASANTON, Calif. Great news for men and women dealing with one of the most exercise and diet-resistant problem areas: love handles. CoolSculpting is now cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA for the non-invasive reduction of fat. ZELTIQ, a global medical device company, developed the procedure which delivers a non-invasive, safe, and clinically proven method for the...
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09/08/2010 She’s a real New Jersey girl, a real mother, a real wife, a “Real Housewife” and now she’s a real author, of sorts.
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