Liposuction is a surgery commonly performed around the world. However, its fame and effectiveness in people’s bodies have created myths about the treatment.
There are so many wonderful things that liposuction can do! For now, let’s review the myths & facts of liposuction:
1. “The results of liposuction are permanent.”
✅ True! The results are for life if all the indications of our specialized surgeon are followed. On the other hand, leading a healthy lifestyle, exercising, and eating healthily, can greatly benefit the results of the treatment.
2. “Liposuction is a weight loss surgery.”
❌ False. The goal of liposuction is to remove an accumulation of fat in certain parts of the body. It is a cosmetic procedure performed by a specialist surgeon in order to obtain a more aesthetically pleasing and balanced body.
In other words, liposuction is for removing fat, but not for losing weight.
3. “Liposuction eliminates cellulitis.”
❌ False. Liposuction can improve the texture of the skin by eliminating fatty tissue in a certain way. Importantly, it is not the way to get rid of cellulite.
4. “The extracted fat can be used to fill other parts of the body.”
✅ True. Actually, fat transfer is an intervention performed by many of our patients, especially women. The most common areas to apply fat transfer are the breasts and also the buttocks.
The goal is to have a slimmer, more aesthetic, and balanced body.
5. “Liposuction leaves huge and long scars on the body.”
❌ This is absolutely false. Although it does leave scars, with strict follow-up and adhering to the indications of our specialist, with time the scars will disappear.
6. “Liposuction is only for women.”
❌ Also false. Most of us know that the accumulation of fat between men and women is distributed differently. In the case of women, they are more likely to accumulate higher amounts of fat in the thighs, tummy and back.
This does not prevent men from having this surgical procedure. Actually, the most common area for men to treat is the abdomen and flanks (love handles)
In either case, the results are more noticeable 3 months after the surgery.
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1️⃣ Dr. Daniel Saco-Vertiz
Plastic surgeon specialized in liposuction.
CMP 49075 | RNE 34624 | Chacarilla, Surco branch
2️⃣ Dra. Maria Eugenia Ruiz
Plastic surgeon specialized in liposuction.
CMP 29662 | RNE 15710 | Monterrico, Surco branch
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❓ What is liposuction and what is it really for?
Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to remove localized fat that does not respond to diet or exercise. It is not a weight loss treatment. Its goal is to sculpt the body and improve overall shape and proportions.
❓ What are the main benefits of liposuction?
It helps define body contours, reduce stubborn fat areas such as the abdomen, waist, back, or thighs, and create a more balanced silhouette. Many patients also experience a boost in confidence and feel more comfortable in their clothes.
❓ Are liposuction results permanent?
Yes. The fat cells removed do not come back in the treated areas. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle helps preserve the results long term and enjoy the improvement for many years.
❓ What is recovery like after liposuction?
Recovery is gradual and well tolerated in most cases. Light activities can usually be resumed within a few days, and body shape continues to improve over the following weeks. Wearing a compression garment and attending follow-up visits are key for optimal results.
❓ Can liposuction be combined with other procedures?
Yes. It is very common to combine liposuction with procedures such as a tummy tuck or fat transfer. This allows for more comprehensive results with a single surgery and one recovery period.