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Is Liposuction a Safe Procedure?

asked 1 year ago by anon2363
Latest answer by Andrew Kaczynski, MD
Question viewed 148 times
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8 answers to Is Liposuction a Safe Procedure?

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Is liposuction safe?

While all surgeries carry with them some risk, elective liposuction performed by a board certified plastic surgeon has proven to be safe when strict standards are followed. This is why you should always choose a board certified plastic surgeon who has years of experience. If you follow this recommendation, you should be able to experience great results and be quite happy with your experience.
Andrew Kaczynski, MD

Sacramento Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction has a great safety profile

The benefit:risk ratio with pure tumescent liposuction is extremely high. There may be risks with all elective cosmetic surgery procedures but they are extremely low with tumescent liposuction because there is no general anesthesia. Speak to your surgeon in consultation to thoroughly understand the side effects and possible complications.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Yes extremaly safe if performed by a good board certified plastic surgeon

Liposuction is a surgical procedure to remove unwanted fat from desired by a patient body area. The most important rule as far as safety is to make sure it is done by board certified plastic surgeon with lots of experience.  You need to do some research before making your decision. Meet with the surgeon for the consultation, ask questions, ask for the before and after pictures. Surgeons with good results should be able to demonstrate their work. Ask for the recovery time, so you are well... more
Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction Questions

Liposuction is a very safe procedure when properly performed.  You should seek out a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is a member of the ASPS.  Your procedure should only be performed in an accredited office based facility, outpatient surgery center, or hospital.  Finally, the anesthesia should be administered by an anesthesiologist, with or without the assistance of a CRNA.  
Andrew P. Giacobbe, MD

Buffalo Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction can be a safe procedure when done right

Liposuction is a generally safe procedure which has been popular over 25 years. It has evolved to allow for better and more predictable results with fewer risks. However, like any surgical procedure whether major or seemingly minor, there are risks. An extremely important variable for the surgery is the surgeon. There are many physicians performing liposuction who are not only not plastic surgeons but aren't even surgeons. There are family practitioners and internists even performing... more
Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

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Liposuction is safe but must be considered a surgical procedure.

Liposuction is a very effective and safe overall but there are risks to any surgical procedure. Plastic Surgeons have the comprehensive training necessary to discuss your options safely perform liposuction. Liposuction is not a solution for patients who are not healthy and who are significantly overweight. It is best for managing those areas of extra superficial fat that has been hard to reduce through your efforts at a healthy diet and regular exercise. Many advances in liposuction... more
Mathew C. Mosher, MD

Vancouver Plastic Surgeon

www.drmosher.com

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In good hands liposuction is a safe procedure

There are risks associated with any cosmetic procedure though liposuction has been proven safe when moderate volumes of fat are removed, individuals are in good health, and with combined procedures the time involved is held within limits. We also suggest a board certified plastic surgeon and an accredited facility with a demonstrated commitment to safety. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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When done correctly, liposuction is extremely safe

Lipsuction is an invasive procedure - despite what some "cosmetic surgeons" will tell you.  When done by a properly trained and board certified plastic surgeon, it is extremely safe.  If done incorrectly, or by someone who does not understand proper technique, anatomy, and post operative management, it can result in problems. Unfortunately, we are constantly reading about contour irregularities, internal injuries, and even death after liposuction procedures. These rare... more
Matthew Schulman, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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