I am getting a breast augmentation done in March and was interested in getting liposuction as well. Upon researching it seems it is safer to preform liposuction under local anaesthesia as opposed to general, why is this and will the general anaesthesia from the breast augmentation cause a higher risk when the liposuction is performed? Also which procedure would be done first?
Answer: Is it safe to have liposuction and a breast augmentation done at the same time? Thank you for the question. These two procedures are often combined without increased risk of surgical or anesthesia complications if you are in good health. I use intravenous sedation by an anesthetist for these procedures with no untoward effect over 20 years. Doing liposuction under local only, can be misleading considering the safety profile. Depending on the volume of liposuction, the concentration of lidocaine used by your surgeon in the tumescent solution you can reach toxic levels of lidocaine (8-10 hours later, when you are home and not under medical supervision) which can even lead to seizures and ultimately death. This actually did happen in Seattle at a branded liposuction company promoting safe liposuction under local anesthesia. Liposuction results are highly dependent on the surgeon's skills and understanding of the underlying static and dynamic muscle anatomy. See a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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Answer: Is it safe to have liposuction and a breast augmentation done at the same time? Thank you for the question. These two procedures are often combined without increased risk of surgical or anesthesia complications if you are in good health. I use intravenous sedation by an anesthetist for these procedures with no untoward effect over 20 years. Doing liposuction under local only, can be misleading considering the safety profile. Depending on the volume of liposuction, the concentration of lidocaine used by your surgeon in the tumescent solution you can reach toxic levels of lidocaine (8-10 hours later, when you are home and not under medical supervision) which can even lead to seizures and ultimately death. This actually did happen in Seattle at a branded liposuction company promoting safe liposuction under local anesthesia. Liposuction results are highly dependent on the surgeon's skills and understanding of the underlying static and dynamic muscle anatomy. See a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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Answer: Liposuction and Breast Augmentation at the same time It is safe to have liposuction and breast augmentation done at the
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Liposuction and breast augmenation Plastic surgeons perform breast augmentation and liposuction in the same setting daily. It is very safe to perform both procedures at the same time under general anesthesia. Find a board certified plastic surgeon, by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, who can perform both surgeries for you at the same time in a safe setting. I hope this helps and best wishes.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Liposuction and breast augmenation Plastic surgeons perform breast augmentation and liposuction in the same setting daily. It is very safe to perform both procedures at the same time under general anesthesia. Find a board certified plastic surgeon, by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, who can perform both surgeries for you at the same time in a safe setting. I hope this helps and best wishes.
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Liposuction/Breast Augmentation Combination -- DO VASER HI DEF I have done this procedure many times with myself and a plastic surgeon. I do HI def body contouring and the surgeon will do the lift/implant at the same time. If only fat transfer is needed I will perform that procedure. I suggest you see an expert who works with other surgeons at the same time to get your best results and can formally evaluate you to see if you are a candidate. Best, Dr. Emer
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Liposuction/Breast Augmentation Combination -- DO VASER HI DEF I have done this procedure many times with myself and a plastic surgeon. I do HI def body contouring and the surgeon will do the lift/implant at the same time. If only fat transfer is needed I will perform that procedure. I suggest you see an expert who works with other surgeons at the same time to get your best results and can formally evaluate you to see if you are a candidate. Best, Dr. Emer
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Lipo and breast augmentation Yes I do these two procedures all the time. Anesthesia selection is important. I would NEVER do general for these cases. Danger is in anesthesia. Proper sedation is the key. Excellent results and safe for both guaranteed in my hands.
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Lipo and breast augmentation Yes I do these two procedures all the time. Anesthesia selection is important. I would NEVER do general for these cases. Danger is in anesthesia. Proper sedation is the key. Excellent results and safe for both guaranteed in my hands.
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January 4, 2016
Answer: Is it safe to have liposuction and a breast augmentation done at the same time? This combination is very common and avoids two recoveries.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly HIlls, CA...........
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January 4, 2016
Answer: Is it safe to have liposuction and a breast augmentation done at the same time? This combination is very common and avoids two recoveries.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly HIlls, CA...........
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