About Liposculpture Surgery

Liposculpture: About the Surgery

Liposculpture is most effective for removing localised fat deposits in body areas that do not respond to dieting or exercising. Liposculpture is not intended as a substitute for weight loss, but rather is a contouring procedure. It is best utilized in a program of exercise and optimal weight maintenance.

What happens prior to liposculture surgery?

Before liposculpture surgery, a complete medical history is taken and a careful examination is conducted in order to evaluate your condition.  During the consultation, Dr Salmon describes the procedure and what results might realistically be expected.  Your doctor also will review alternative treatment options and explain the possible risks and complications that may occur.  Photographs are frequently taken before and after surgery to help evaluate the amount of improvement.  A prescription is given for antibiotics to commence the day of your procedure. You will be fitted for the garment 2-4 weeks prior to surgery.  Do not take any aspirin or aspirin related products for 6 weeks before surgery.  The only safe medication for pain is Paracetamol.  Do not take Vitamin E by mouth or Ginkgo Biloba for 6 weeks before surgery.

How Is The Tumescent Technique Of Liposculpture Performed?

Tumescent Liposculpture can be performed in Dr Salmon’s dermatologic clinic. We use local anaesthesia via the tumescent technique. This breakthrough technique refers to the swelling of the skin with local anaesthetic in order to remove unwanted fat more efficiently and safely. With tumescent liposculpture, large volumes of a solution containing dilute Lidocaine (a local anaesthetic) and dilute Epinephrine (a drug to shrink capillaries and prevent blood loss), are injected with minimal discomfort directly into areas of excessive fatty deposits. Once the liquid is injected, a small incision is made in the skin and a tube connected to a vacuum is inserted into the fatty layer. Using to and fro movements, the fat is drawn through the tube into a collection system. The tumescent method of liposuction enables Dr Salmon to remove large amounts of fat more uniformly with fewer skin irregularities and less bleeding and bruising.