What is liposuction? Is it advisable to go for liposuction to reduce weight?

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery that removes fat from different parts on the human body. Mostly liposuction is performed on thighs and abdomen. Removal of large volumes of fat is a complex procedure and it does not suit everyone.The surgery is done on a case by case basis.

Liposuction is a drastic way of losing the bulge. I personally don't recommend it. If you have the time to exercise, do that. Rather than undergoing a risky liposuction.

Liposuction involves physical removal of fat cells from a given area reducing the bulge. It is done using mostly 3-5 mm metal cannulae attached to a source of suction. These are passed into the subcutaneous tissue through small cuts. With a series of to and fro movements, the fat is removed from the connective tissue.

One of the most popular cosmetic surgeries done today is Liposuction. Liposuction can be used for under the chin, neck, cheeks, upper arms, breasts, abdomen, buttocks, hips, thighs, knees, calves, and sometimes even ankles.

The Doctor administers either local or general anesthesia. Then,through a small skin incision, he inserts a suction tube with a sharp end into the fat pockets of the area you want to reduce. The dislodged fat is literally "vacuumed" away through the suction tube. A vacuum pump or a large syringe provides the suction action. Several skin punctures may be necessary to treat large areas. After the surgery, pressure bandages are wrapped to stop the bleeding and to help maintain shape. Bandages need to be kept in place usually for at least 2 weeks.

You have to remember that Liposuction is usually used only when exercise and diet fails as it is not only expensive but also very bothersome, with the aftercare required as it is a surgical procedure.