Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?

When it comes to liposuction Tampa residents may wonder if the procedure is worth the time and hard earned money. In addition, they may or may not be aware of whether they need liposuction, a tummy tuck, or both. By itself, liposuction only removes fat. The skin will only contract so much. If the skin has looseness or a roll of excess skin then there is usually skin removal involved in the tummy tuck procedure. In addition, the muscles often need to be tightened if they have been stretched out with pregnancy or after weight loss. Many people only need one procedure, but sometimes both are required to get the desired look. By consulting their cosmetic surgeon Tampa residents can get the answer to this problem. The surgeon will ask questions and inspect the tummy before deciding the proper treatment. Most people have an idea of the procedures they would like before they visit their plastic surgeon; however, the surgeon will decide what the best procedure or procedures will be for each individual.

Liposuction is a good choice for individuals who are trying to lose fat but are having trouble in certain areas. The procedure is not meant to be a substitute for diet and exercise, but a fix for fat deposits that will not go away regardless of how much the individual is dieting or exercising. The abdomen is a very popular area for liposuction, in addition to the hips, thighs, buttocks, neck and arms. There are also different liposuction methods that are chosen depending on the quantity of fat to be removed.

Wet liposuction involves inserting a combination of local anesthetic, adrenaline, and salty water into the targeted fatty area. A minor incision is made in the skin and a thin metal tube in inserted and fitted to a vacuum pump or syringe. The surgeon will then shift the tube around and suck out the fat and fluid.

Dry liposuction is the same as wet liposuction, except there is no fluid injected to help loosen up the fat. This can lead to more bleeding and bruising.

Ultrasound liposuction uses an ultrasound to break down the fat. It is often used in areas where the fat is very dense.

Many people confuse liposuction with a tummy tuck. If a person decides that he or she would like to get a tummy tuck Tampa plastic surgeons will advise them to speak with their plastic surgeon. Many women think they need a tummy tuck, but it will only be an effective surgery for those with a lot of loose skin, usually from excessive weight loss or pregnancies. In addition, the abdominal wall will most likely have to be tightened for these patients.

During an initial consultation with a Tampa liposuction surgeon, one can review all his or options and decide on the appropriate course of action.