Liposuction under general anaesthetic and under local anaesthetic FAQs
Who will liposuction benefit?
Liposuction is a body contouring procedure and not a weight loss procedure suitable for patients grossly over weight. Liposuction is extremely effective in removing stubborn fat deposits that do not respond to exercise or dieting. Patients considering liposuction should think in terms of changing their shape as opposed to loosing weight.
Areas that are eligible for liposuction are jawline, neck, upper arms, male chest, stomach, love handles, back, buttocks, inner and outer thighs, knees. Liposuction is useful for those looking to kick start a body contouring programme. You can telephone us or book online (online form) to arrange your consultation with our clinicians and see if you are a suitable candidate for liposuction.
How is Liposuction performed?
There are different types of procedures that remove fatty tissue. Liposuction can be performed :
a) Under general anaesthetic, whereby the patient is asleep. Then a tube is inserted into the target area and the solid fat cells are broken up and then sucked out. This is traditional liposuction.
b) Under local anaesthetic, whereby the patient is awake but given injections to numb the area. The fat is melted using a laser after making a small incision, this procedure is called laser lipolysis. The melted fat can be broken down by the body over a period of time.
c) Alternatively, the majority of the laser melted fat can be aspirated (sucked out) at the time of the laser lipolysis. The most popular laser for melting the fat is Smartlipo or sometimes called Smart Lipo. The procedure carried out under local aneasthetic has many advantages over the general anesthetic mainly due to reduced downtime and affordability.
How long will liposuction take?
Traditional Liposuction requires general anaesthetic, so an overnight stay is required in hospital. Laser Lipolysis just requires a local anaesthetic, so you can go home straight after the procedure. Patients are able to go about their normal activities including driving at their convenience. With Smartlipo patients will typically be in the clinic for 1-2 hours.
What results can I expect from liposuction?
Patients can expect to have a slimmer, more shapely neck or body as a result of liposuction, giving you more confidence in your appearance. See before and after gallery pictures. Browse before and after pictures of liposuction here.
How long is the recovery period from liposuction?
Traditional liposuction will create considerable bruising that with remain for 2-3 weeks’; strenuous activity should be avoided for 3-4 weeks. Some discomfort is felt for a few weeks. Support garment will be prescribed to aid recovery. Hospital accommodation is needed overnight.
Laser lipolysis using Smartlipo will create minimal bruising, and strenuous exercise should be avoided for one week. A support garment is recommended to be worn in the days after the procedure to promote skin tissue shrinkage. Patient can return to work the following day.
Are there any after effects to liposuction?
With Traditional liposuction it is normal to experience soreness in the operative area after surgery for 2-3 weeks. Expect to have bruising.
With laser lipolysis without aspiration there is minimal to no discomfort. Laser lipolysis with aspiration will normally have soreness that fades over a 3-4 day period. Minimal amount of bruising is expected.
Other than post-surgery discomfort, you should not experience side effects from liposuction. With traditional Liposuction in some cases a degree of unevenness in the smoothness of the skin can occur. We offer a comprehensive and extensive post-operative care programme, which includes detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up appointments with our clinicians at our clinic.
Should you in the interim period experience any unusual conditions, you are encouraged to get in touch with the clinic so we can investigate and take corrective steps.
Our comprehensive afterecare programme will be explained at the time of the consultation.
Are there risks associated with liposuction?
In the case of Traditional Liposuction, which involves a general anaesthetic, has some risks associated with it. The laser Lipolysis using Smartlipo uses local anaesthetic hence significantly reduces the risks. Bruising will be significant with traditional liposuction however bruising with Smartlipo is minimal. Scarring with traditional liposuction is greater as larger incisions are user to access the fatty tissue. The Smartlipo procedure does not require any stitches. Your clinician will help explain further the risks associated with the procedure you elect. You can talk through these concerns at your free consultation.
Can I combine liposuction with other treatments?
Patients who decide to have liposuction often are suitable for tummy tuck surgery. Women seeking to improve their figure substantially may also opt for breast enlargement assuming they are a good candidate. These options can be explained and explored at your consultation should you be interested.
How much does liposuction cost?
Traditional Liposuction typically costs from £3000 for 1 area and £4,500 for 2 areas. Laser Lipolysis on the other hand costs £1,800 for one areas and an additional £500 for aspiration. A second area under laser lipolysis typically costs an additional £1000. We can explain to you our finance options to suit your needs. To find out more about flexible finance options click here.
How do I arrange to have liposuction?
The next step to finding out more about nipple correction is to arrange a consultation at our Manchester Clinic, located at St Ann’s Square in the city centre. You can book a consultation with a clinician by either telephoning 0161 839 766 or by booking online.
At our consultation, we ascertain your medical history, listen to your requirements and assess your suitability. Our clinician will advise on pricing and answer all your questions. You will have able opportunity to reflect on the information provided to decide on the best course of action for your nipple reduction. Consultations with medical assessment typically take 45 minutes however could take longer depending the number of questions you may have. We understand that this is a big decision for you and we want you to be totally satisfied that it’s the right thing to do before committing to booking the procedure.
