Is it best to be carb depleted before liposuction?

October 20, 2017
Asked By:BrianAlbie in San Diego, CA

I figure a low carb diet would make the fat cells smaller(less water) therefore more is able to get sucked out. Is this safe, or will I be too dehydrated for the procedure?

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