Liposuction has become the go-to procedure for many people looking to change their body shape and it is a non-invasive surgical procedure that can be performed on most parts of the body, and it can help reshape everything from your chin to your knees.

Although you might be tempted, please do not let this article convince you to have liposuction done in an unsafe or unprofessional setting.

How to find a safe and qualified doctor

One of the most common questions we’re asked is how to find and select a safe, qualified doctor, it’s not always easy to answer that question with total certainty, but here are some tips and guidelines to help you out:

• Check their credentials – Phrases like board-certified, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, or board-eligible are helpful words to see in your doctor’s credentials.
• Ask for patient referrals – One of the best ways to find a good doctor is by asking other patients who they recommend.

• Research their background -Most doctors have profiles on social media sites where they can share more about their medical education, experience, and expertise and if you look at a profile, be sure to take note of what the doctor says about his or her experience.

What to expect from your procedure

Is a surgical procedure that can be performed on most parts of the body, from your chin to your knees, the main purpose of ดูดไขมัน (Liposuction) is to remove excess fat deposits which are known as adipose tissue.

Keep in mind that there are many risks involved with any type of surgery, including liposuction. however, qualified doctors will be able to provide a detailed list of what can go wrong during and after the procedure and you should expect some soreness and swelling after surgery; this discomfort should subside within a few weeks.

Immediately following the procedure, it is normal to experience temporary bruising or redness at the treatment site, however, there may be restrictions on physical activity and activity levels post-liposuction, doctors recommend not exercising more than four hours per day or engaging in high impact exercises for at least one week following surgery.

Recovery time

The recovery time for liposuction is typically around 10 to 14 days, but it can take up to six weeks and the length of the recovery period varies depending on the area you have treated, it takes just one hour and you can return home the same day.

After your procedure, there will be heavy swelling and bruising that will last between three and six months and you will need to ice your body for at least a few days after surgery, for most patients, stitches are removed in about two weeks, but this can vary from person to person depending on how quickly they heal.

It is a non-invasive surgical procedure

And as with any surgery, there are risks and side effects that should be considered before proceeding, these liposuction risks vary from one person to another, but potential side effects include numbness, swelling, pain, bruising, or even death in extreme cases.

Before you decide to undergo liposuction, please consult with your physician about the risks and the benefits of this procedure for you, your doctor may recommend more conservative methods of body contouring like weight loss or a tummy tuck instead of liposuction.