Sandeep Jejurikar
Liposuction goes beyond simple fat removal, offering significant aesthetic and health benefits. This procedure is not just for weight loss—it's aimed at body contouring, improving health markers, and can even enhance psychological well-being. With technological advancements making it safer and more effective, liposuction is a versatile solution tailored to meet diverse needs, including those of both men and women seeking refined body contours.
While many assume liposuction is a shortcut for weight reduction, it's actually designed for body contouring. It's most effective for shaping areas where stubborn fat lingers despite a healthy lifestyle, rather than serving as a means for significant weight loss.
Beyond aesthetic improvement, liposuction can help reduce the number of fat cells in the body, which in some cases may lower the risk of certain diseases like diabetes and heart disease when combined with a healthy lifestyle.
Research suggests that removing excess fat can improve lymphatic flow, which helps in reducing edema and improving lymphedema in some patients, although more studies are needed to fully understand this benefit.
The psychological uplift many patients experience after liposuction is profound. By enhancing their body image, patients often report improved self-esteem and mental health outcomes.
A common misconception is that liposuction is a procedure only for women. In reality, an increasing number of men are turning to liposuction to treat areas like the chest, waist, and abdomen to achieve a more sculpted and masculine profile.
Liposuction is often performed in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures, such as tummy tucks and breast reductions, to achieve more comprehensive body shaping results. This combination can lead to more dramatic transformations than liposuction alone.
Advances in technology have made liposuction safer, more accessible, and less invasive. Techniques like power-assisted liposuction (PAL) and laser-assisted liposuction (LAL) provide more precise results and shorter recovery times.
Liposuction techniques can be tailored to meet individual needs. Factors like the amount of fat to be removed, the location on the body, and the patient’s overall health can influence the approach and outcome.
Dr. Sandeep Jejurikar assists patients with their aesthetic & reconstructive needs in Downers Grove. He offers cosmetic surgery procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tucks & rhinoplasty.
