If you need to get rid of unwanted pockets of fat and sculpt your body, liposuction is the number one choice. Each year thousands of men and women in the US undergo liposuction, in a bid to get the slimmer, sleeker body they desire. The procedure has traditionally been performed with general anesthesia, but is liposuction safe to perform under local anesthesia.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a safe and effective way to eliminate small localized areas of fat that are unresponsive to diet and exercise. It is commonly used to contour areas such as the abdomen, buttocks, hips, thighs, and arms.
Is liposuction safe to perform under local anesthesia?
Yes liposuction can be safely performed under local anesthesia. In fact, performing liposuction with local anesthesia has become the preferred option for many plastic surgeons because there is less risk involved. Most patients that have liposuction using this technique get good results.
The process of performing liposuction under local anesthesia is also known as tumescent liposuction. It involves the injection of large amounts of a diluted local anesthetic into the area targeted for liposuction.Injecting the solution in the subcutaneous fat below the skin helps to reduce the amount of swelling and bruising. It also minimizes bleeding during and after the operation.
Whether liposuction is being done under general or local anesthesia, patients should make certain that the procedure will be performed at an accredited facility by a plastic surgeon that has the necessary skill and experience with liposuction.
Liposuction in greater Boston, MA
Liposuction is available in greater Boston, MA, at the offices of board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Doherty.
Call today to schedule an appointment at his office in Boston (617)450-0070 or Concord (978)369-4499).