Liposuction is one of the most commonly sought after cosmetic procedures in the United States and beyond, with hundreds of thousands of people seeking a qualified cosmetic surgeon every year in an effort to re-contour their bodies and create a more youthful, invigorated appearance. With the popularity of liposuction continuing to rise, new liposuction methods and procedures continue to be introduced to the public. However, as commonplace as liposuction has become, there are many still who are concerned with the possible side effects and risks associated with a liposuction procedure. Listed below are some of the possible side effects that some patients may experience depending on the liposuction method sought:
Bruising
Bruising is one of the most common side effects associated with liposuction of all kinds. When the skin is penetrated, even slightly, there’s bound to be some bruising as a result. For the most part, especially with less invasive methods, any bruising associated with liposuction is minimal and very temporary.
Swelling
Swelling is also common with liposuction procedures. If a tumescent solution was used to infiltrate the area during the procedure, then it will most definitely contribute to the swelling of the area. As the body heals from the liposuction, some swelling is bound to occur, but again, this side effect is very temporary and will subside with time.
Soreness
Soreness and numbness in and around the treated areas is also very common. The more invasive the technique, the more probable it is that the patient will experience soreness lasting more than a day or two. When undergoing liposuction of any kind, your doctor will likely prescribe some pain killers that will help alleviate any discomfort.
Rippling
Rippling of the skin occurs in some instances in which an inexperienced surgeon removes too much fat in an area leaving the skin a little loose.
Scarring
Some scarring may occur at the sites of incision where the liposuction cannulas were inserted into the skin. These incisions are typically very small and hardly noticeable but this is something to be aware of before undergoing any liposuction procedure.
Most of the side effects commonly associated with liposuction are minimal in nature and well worth the benefit of what liposuction can provide the patient. Some of them are not even an issue depending on the type of liposuction the patient seeks. If you’re concerned about any of these side effects, be sure to address them with your local liposuction clinic as soon as possible!