I am 5’5 and weigh 247 (yes, pretty big) and are really shy about my legs, I have never in my life had slim legs, it seems that every time I gain weight, it just goes straight to my legs, I even have cankles. But anyway, can I get liposuction on my legs? Or am I not a candidate for it? okay to have one? Ultrasonic Cavitation? Can I see results pretty drastically? Any suggestions? I’m currently on a diet but I would like faster results! Thanks
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Liposuction is a fat removal surgery and not a skin tightening procedure. Perhaps your goals would best suit a tummy tuck procedure. The difference is that liposuction gets rid of the excess fats and improves body contour, whereas tummy tuck gets rid of excess loose skin on the abdominal region....
Generally, there is no clinical evidence that supports the contraindication of surgery to individuals under metformin medication. However, possible associated risk may be the effect of metformin which lowers blood sugar. It would be best to schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic...
Thank you for your question! For my patients having liposuction, I recommend they take 10-14 days off of work, 3 weeks off of cardio at the gym, and 6 weeks off of weight training and yoga. If your job requires you to lift over 10lbs and physical activity, I recommend returning on light duty at...
