Endermologie Treatments

Endermologie is a non-invasive cellulite treatment using deep massage and suction to “shrink” the fat cells responsible for cellulite. This mechanical massage technique increases blood and oxygen flow to tissue where cellulite resides, theoretically stimulating the metabolism of fat cells in that area. Fluids from the massaged cells are naturally absorbed and removed during urination. This causes the cells to be temporarily reduced in size.

The Endermologie technique originated in France’s plastic surgery community and is FDA-approved for the temporary reduction of cellulite. It is frequently used in combination with traditional liposuction.

What can I expect during an Endermologie treatment?

During an Endermologie treatment, your physician will set a mechanical roller to massage the treatment area. A suction device will pull gently on the massaged skin to smooth and remove cellulite dimpling. While most patients find the sensation — much like that of a deep tissue massage — to be pleasant, patients who are especially sensitive to pain should speak to their physician. The intensity of the massage can be effectively adjusted for your comfort.

It is important to be properly hydrated when undergoing the Endermologie procedure. Drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water should be sufficient, and the same level of hydration should be maintained for several weeks after treatment to help flush out the fluids created by the procedure.

How long does it take?

Endermologie sessions rarely exceed 45 minutes, but there is no down time — at most, you will experience some brief soreness. Most patients will need anywhere from 10 to 20 such sessions to achieve optimal results. As with all cellulite treatments, the effects are temporary — follow-up sessions will need to be scheduled to maintain results.

FAQ

How many sessions before I see results?
The average women will need 14 to 20 treatments to achieve optimal results. Treatments are generally 35 minutes in duration, twice a week. Once a month follow-up treatments are recommended to maintain results.

How long do the results last?
For several months up to a few years, depending on age, lifestyle, and hormonal changes. Once-a-month maintenance sessions are recommended after completion of the initial sessions, which maintains the results and keeps the toxins and abnormal fluid from building back up in the connective tissues.

How long does a session last? Do you just work on my problem areas?
Sessions last an average of 35 minutes. Your problem areas are focused on, but time is given to other areas to stimulate general circulation and elimination.

Does this replace exercise?
No. In fact, it is highly recommended that you add diet and exercise to the routine you follow while undergoing Endermologie ® treatments. In most cases, this improves results. It really works on a different area than exercise ~ which effects the deeper structures, which is why even women who work out often have cellulite

Endermologie Reviews

Thank you Mariette!

When I first decided to try endermologie I went to see Mariette at Soma Body Therapy (owner) without a full understanding of the treatment and results. Mariette sat and explained the treatment process, the expected results, the time frame in which to see the results and my part in the overall process.

We talked for 20 minutes and with absolutely no pressure to purchase a package.

I decided to buy a package and it was a great decision!

I (and my boyfriend) noticed the reduction of cellulite and the “glow” of my skin.

As an added bonus: I have had digestion problems for years and since starting endermologie my “problem” has become regulated (if you know what I mean!)

Tx

Sandy

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Soma Body Therapy  “ROCKS”

I had never heard of endermologie until I came to Johannesburg. When I found Mariette. I was blown away with her knowledge of the human body. I have been an athlete my entire life and thankfully have never had a problem with cellulite. However, I have had a problem with water retention. I had a very important photo shoot to get ready for and I went to Mariette and I must say I looked fabulous for my shoot. I was cut and glowing.

Endermologie is amazing. It does more than just rid cellulite, it truly flushes your system and feels amazing while having it done.

Thank you “ Mariette”

By Mandy

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The Best!

by Laracante

I loved my experience with Mariette at Soma Body Therapy in Parkhurst. I have suffered with a condition called Thoracic Outlet Syndrome for over 10 years; after being an elite swimmer since the age of five. After years of intense training, I had no circulation pulsing through my left arm, a consequence that ended my swimming career. After years of reaching out for help from Neurologists, Neurosurgeons, physical therapists, and eastern medicine practitioners…

Nothing helped with the return of the circulation to my arm like the feeling I was cons equated with after treatments with Mariette! I truly believe in the pulsating machine that is used during the endermologie session, and also the warm spirit of Mariette, to help heal the body and ease the mind. And, I love that Mariette ’s kindness and keen knowledge of Endermologie has eased my mind during treatment, and expanded my film collection.

I truly had a great experience here

Cheers!!!

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Laser Liposuction in South Africa- Soma Body Therapy 011.327.4490

Laser liposuction in South Africa is a cosmetic procedure that will become even more popular than it already currently is. When your weight is within the normal bounds according to your age and height but certain areas are continually plagued by isolated areas of fat that just won’t budge, you are a good candidate for this treatment. Why fat accumulates in certain areas can be diet related, but the real culprit lies in your genes. We all inherit physiology that will influence the number of fat cells one have in various areas and will not change when you reach puberty. Eating habits will effect the increase or decrease of fat in the cells, but will not change the number of cells and their position within your body.

A new generation tool which became very popular in laser liposuction in South Africa is the Lipolite. The pulse frequency which is adjustable makes this tool unique. Skin tightening and fat melting need different pulse frequencies for the optimum effect. Laser lypolysis is a fat removal technique which allows fast recovery and minimal trauma and anyone can be a good candidate. It also gives much better results than the traditional method, bumps and lumps can be removed and it will tighten up baggy and loose skin. A wow factor is that it  removes cellulite which is fat with hardened cell walls. Remove the fat – and the cellulite is gone!!

This method is much cheaper and does not require the cost of hospital admission. It does not hurt because a local anesthetic is used which make the procedure virtually painless. You will only need to take a day off for the treatment. Dramatic results will be seen after six weeks with the final results after four months. This treatment can be done anywhere the body stores fat like the underarms, chin, back, love handles, buttocks, inner and outer thighs and knees.

Please note: Treatments like Endermologie can also be done to speed up the recovery time as well as help to improve the body’s overall look.

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What’s the idea behind a cellulite massage? About 90% of women face the problem of cellulite in the region of the hips, thighs and buttocks. Cellulite is different from regular fat deposits in the body. Cellulite is different from regular fat deposits in the body. Fat deposits can be sucked out by liposuction whereas cellulite cannot. Cellulite fat cells are found just under the skin and when these fat cells protrude upwards to the skin, an uneven, orange-peel like appearance is seen as cellulite.

Massage has been a type of relaxation therapy since ancient times. A firm massage improves the circulation of blood and lymph. It also removes dead skin cells and improves the appearance of the skin. A good massage generates heat in the local area which is conducted through the skin to the subcutaneous tissue. This helps in the mobilization of the fat depots which form cellulite.

Massage therapy for cellulite is often coupled with vacuum therapy. Endermologie Therapy has been show to further help reduce the appearance of cellulite. Endermologie is a form of this massage and vacuum technique. It involves using a vacuum with rollers on the equipment giving a massage like effect.

The vacuum aids by stretching the skin and connective tissue strands. This causes the skin to appear smooth and dimple free. This form of therapy is sometimes also combined with the use of heat energy like radio frequency waves and infrared rays to have combined benefits of heat and massage. One such instrument that combines the different methods to bring about cellulite reduction is the LPG Endermologie machine.

It is important to note that massage is not a permanent solution to cellulite. Follow up sessions are often necessary. Also maintaining a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise can also help keep the cellulite away for good.

In short, cellulite massage can be effective for many people. However, you do need to keep in mind that it is an ongoing procedure. And, as was noted, you will not have immediate results when it comes to this treatment or procedure.

Massage is one of the more reasonably priced of the cellulite treatments and procedures available today. At the higher end – when it comes to costs – is laser treatment and newly developed ultrasound treatments. At the lower end of the scale are topical creams and herbal and seaweed wraps that assist in fighting cellulite. Also popular are cellulite lotions. In short, you absolutely can find a cellulite remedy in your price range and that very well may be cellulite massage.

Learn more about Endermologie”Cellulite Massage”and ways to get rid of cellulite by contacting Soma Body Therapy for your FREE trial session.

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For years, liposuction has been one of the most popular forms of plastic surgery. Because it is relatively safe and very effective, millions of people have used the technique to take care of troublesome areas of the body where fat tends to stick. Liposuction is not an alternative to diet and exercise.

Rather, it acts as the final measure to reduce obese in places a traditional diet and exercise program won’t touch. When used right, it can be one of the greatest tools in the fight against fat. Here are some of the benefits of fat removal surgery.

Appearance

The main reason people choose to have liposuction done is to improve their appearance. Plastic surgery of all kinds fills a need people have to change things they don’t like about their bodies. A poor body image can lead to low self esteem and chronic depression. It is not, as some people might say, about being vain. It is not for impressing anyone. It’s about being happy with the person that individual sees in the mirror.

Health

It may come as some surprise to learn that liposuction can actually provide a health benefit. Excess obese storage on the body can be a dangerous thing, health-wise. This is particularly true for storage in the abdominal region, which has been shown to lead to health problems like heart disease and decreased lung function.

Removing extra obese not only provides an immediate health boost, but in many cases it leads to a renewed vigor in the patient, encouraging them to redouble their exercise and diet routines so that they never have to worry about excess fat again.

Improved Status

Whether we want to admit it or not, there is a considerable “fat bias” in this country. It might be shameful, but study after study has shown that men and especially women are continually passed over for job promotions, job offers, and are discarded as potential romantic partners because of their weight. The reasons for this are uncertain.

Some sociologists blame factors like Hollywood and the advertising industry for placing a premium on skinny girls. Others cite evolutionary factors as being behind the trend: we tend to see thin people as healthier, and therefore stronger, with a greater potential for passing down good genes. Whatever the reason, surgeries like liposuction have been shown to increase status by removing excess fat and helping people attain the bodies they desire.

Why an increasing number of people are going for Liposuction

A large number of people are continuously trying to find new and better techniques of toning down, as obesity is fast emerging as one of the most serious health problems of the present day. One of the techniques using surgery to relieve the body of excess fat is liposuction.

This technique makes use of a suction instrument known as cannula that is inserted into the body through a small incision that pulls out the excess fat. When compared to the different traditional means of weight loss, Liposuction has certain benefits as mentioned below.

Liposuction helps you to lose several kilos within hours. Most of the other weight loss methods like dieting or following a rigorous workout regime require a lot of hard work for months, and it is tough to maintain your motivation for such a long period. However, lipo not just helps you remove the few extra pounds instantaneously, but it also motivates you to stay in shape without adhering to rigorous workouts.

Other conventional practices like dieting can result in many complications and create severe health risks. However, liposuction as a technique is not only safer but is also free from serious adverse effects on your health. Even if there are minor surgical scars on the body, they are not long lasting and they disappear in a short time.

Liposuction is very effective in removing fat from some areas of the body like the chin and thighs from which extracting fat is tough through other methods. Liposuction is helpful in effective fat removal from each and every part of the body.

Liposuction might have many advantages, but it should be remembered that it is a surgical process. It is advisable that before you decide on whether to go for the surgery, you take suggestions from a competent physician and ensure that the process won’t have any side effects on your body. You must also be ready for taking a short leave from work as you might require some time  to recuperate.

Benifits of Endermologie after Liposuction

While many plastic surgeons encourage patients to pursue massage therapy after recovery is over to help the body heal and reduce the risks of bumps and lumps developing after surgery, patients may also benefit from the FDA-approved treatment called Endermologie.

Endermologie uses mechanical rollers and heat to increase circulation in the body and is typically performed to address cellulite; however, it is a powerful and relatively effective body reshaping treatment for patients who are noticing small bumps and dimples in certain areas after plastic surgery.

Endermologie is a non-invasive procedure that has become increasingly popular in recent years as more people look for non-surgical procedures that will get rid of cellulite. The procedure involves applying a mechanical roller against the skin and using a suction device to manipulate the skin tissues and increase circulation. The treatment itself is powerful enough to stimulate the skin and underlying tissues so that the connective tissues can be smoothed out over the muscles which then creates a smoother, sculpted appearance on the skin’s surface.

This effect may be especially valuable for plastic surgery patients who have undergone liposuction, body sculpting or other procedures and have loose or sagging skin as a result of the fat removal. The skin and underlying muscle tissues can be suctioned and smoothed out with the help of the endermologie procedure.

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If you have recently had liposuction or just want to lose a few inches around your waist and thighs without surgery, a cosmetic surgeon may recommend a series of body contouring treatments such as VelaShape or Endermologie. Both of these non-invasive procedures can help to tighten and tone up the skin and tissues to give you a more attractive, shapely silhouette.

If you’re struggling with correcting loose or sagging skin, or just want to improve the tone and texture of your skin after surgery, you could be a good candidate for either treatment. But which one is better? Here’s a close look at the key benefits of both VelaShape and Endermologie for body contouring:

The Basics About Velashape

VelaShape is an FDA-cleared device designed to slim down the body by firming up the skin and reducing the appearance of cellulite. If you are struggling with unsightly cellulite around the thighs, buttocks and stomach, you may be a good candidate for this skin-tightening treatment.

VelaShape is often recommended for people who have undergone liposuction surgery because it can tighten the midsection and other treated areas, while smoothing out the skin’s appearance. Most people need to undergo at least four to six treatments to see noticeable results, and must maintain a healthy lifestyle during the treatment process to achieve their desired silhouette.

The Basics About Endermologie

Endermologie, also known as lipomassage, is an advanced massage and cellulite treatment designed to reduce the appearance of cellulite and tighten up the skin. The clinically-proven device works by targeting areas that are holding on to stubborn fat, and also helps to tighten up loose skin. It is a noninvasive treatment, and is often recommended by for patients who have undergone liposuction or lost a lot of weight.

A series of Endermologie sessions twice week is ideal for smoothing out the skin, losing inches and promoting overall relaxation. Some medical spas and treatment centers offer Endermologie treatments combined with deep tissue massage for better results.

Velashape vs. Endermologie

Both VelaShape and Endermologie offer a number of benefits for those who want to tighten and tone up the skin after surgery, or just reduce the appearance of cellulite. However, each one has its own set of benefits. VelaShape can help to tighten up the skin significantly after just a single treatment, and is an FDA-approved treatment for circumferential reduction. The treatment can slim down the body by several inches after a series of treatments, and may be beneficial for anyone who is struggling with a few extre centimeters.

Endermologie is a deeply relaxing treatment that can also help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. However, this treatment acts more like a total body massage and can detoxify the body while tightening up the skin. This treatment may be more effective for maintaining weight loss after a healthy diet and exercise regimen, and also after surgery to improve the procedure’s results.

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Liposuction as a procedure to achieve great health

If beauty is only skin deep then why do a lot of us suffer from low self-esteem whenever we are overweight? Being obese can cause so many woes for us, such as in our wellness, in our relations, and in our view about living.

Nonetheless, for every problem, there are solutions. To remove excess body fat that causes so much embarrassment and possible health risks, we could try exercise programs, diets, and diet pills. Physicians have also developed medical procedures that remove fatty deposits from the body. One such technique is liposuction.

Liposuction was discovered in Europe in the late 1970s, and because of its success in removing body fat and giving contour to the body, its popularity as a surgical technique for weight loss and body sculpting quickly spread all over the world.

When performed by a registered and capable medical practitioner, liposuction is one medical procedure that will produce life-changing results for the person. And what are these results?

Liposuction mainly benefits a person’s health; removing unwanted fat can lower one’s risk for diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. Moreover, with the weight loss after liposuction, we can slide into clothes that are actually complementary to our new shapeliness.

In conclusion, we may feel more confident after having liposuction. The sense of our own worth is heightened and we feel that we are no longer ostracised by other people. We notice that people treat us differently, compared when we were still carrying rolls of fat. We hear compliments about our looks. The notion of being appreciated for our appearance is priceless.

As with all weight loss procedures that need invasive surgery, there are some risks involved in liposuction surgery, more so if the operation was not done in a certified clinic or handled by a trained doctor. If you are considering undergoing liposuction, make sure that you select a accredited hospital and that your doctor is certified to perform liposuction procedures. You will never regret you went through the extra precaution. Because, certainly, it’s your body that will be going under the knife and you would undeniably wish for only the best possible result of the procedure.

General information on Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical technique that can be used to remove excess fats from the body areas where fat might get deposited. It is mainly used for removing fats from thighs, face, neck, back, abdomen etc. Liposuction has become a very popular surgical procedure. The original form of liposuction was invented by Dr. Giorgio Fischer in 1974. This technique was developed further in 1978 by French physicians. Liposuction became very popular in the United States as well as other places in the world. Today’s techniques are improved upon and many variants of the original surgery were invented. These techniques were much better and did not cause any problems that were caused by liposuction earlier.

The process of liposuction uses a cannula that is used to remove fats from the body areas. The fats are disturbed by using ultrasound, laser or high frequency energy. These are then suctioned out of the body under a lot of pressure. The process uses many equipments and tools. Infiltration pump is used in the surgery to insert the infiltration fluid into hypodermis. The suction device is attached to the cannula and suctions out the excess fats from the body. Containers for fat are important equipments because they can be used to calculate the amount of blood that a patient loses on one side and the amount of fat removed from the body on the other side.

Liposuction can be performed either by using general anesthesia or local anesthesia. However, using local anesthesia is generally recommended by surgeons as it is safer. The patient must have normal body weight and be a healthy. This is because during the surgery many complications can arise that may result in high blood pressure or a cardiac arrest.

The cost is different in each region. The cost of surgery includes non surgical costs and the fees charged by the surgeon. The cost also depends upon the body area from which fat is being removed and the amount of fat being removed.

The recovery time from the surgery depends upon the number of areas treated and the size of the area treated. Usually the recovery time may vary from days to months. In general a patient gets back to normal routine after a week’s time and the benefits of the surgery become visible after about three months. After the surgery, care is important in liposuction so that the patient does not get any health problems. The success of the surgery depends a lot upon the surgeon selected. An expert and experienced surgeon can assure success of the surgery. Treatments like Endermologie can also be done to speed up the recovery time as well as help to improve the body’s overall look.

Liposuction guide provides information on safe and easy ways to remove fat deposition without going for surgical sutures. The website is a genuine source to give you a perfect sculpted body, by using the benefits of liposuction.

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Getting to know Laser Lipo

Many patients considering liposuction choose laser liposuction over traditional liposuction. After researching the two different methods potential patients are able to quickly determine that laser liposuction is advantageous in comparison to traditional lipo because it is more effective and less invasive. Because it’s less invasive it requires less recovery time.

Recent laser technology advancements have made these benefits possible. The liposuction procedures has evolved. It is now a safer and more efficient process. This makes more individuals interested in accessing the results available through liposuction. The most recent advancements in laser liposuction are used in the process referred to as SlimLipo. This lipo process is based on the melting away of fat in targeted areas in comparison to cutting the fat out in traditional lipo methods.

SlimLipo (laser liposuction) benefits:

1. Less body trauma; SlimLipo is based around melting fat in comparison to the traditional liposuction method of cutting it out.

2. Higher rates of fat removal: The laser technology is highly targeted making the results of laser liposuction more efficient (offering better results) than traditional lipo.

3. Skin tightening as a result of dermal heating: with traditional lipo patients often need to incorporate a skin tightening procedure after the fact. With laser liposuction skin tightening as a separate procedure is required far less often.

4. Local anesthesia results in less chance for complications

5. Decreased bruising

6. Less discomfort

7. Decreased recovery time (due to the far less invasive nature of the procedure)

What is the actual SlimLipo process?

SlimLipo is a laser liposuction. It uses a laser with dual wavelength technology. The first wavelength melts fat and the second tightens skin in the surrounding area. It is currently recognized as the most efficient and effective liposuction method available.

The lasers used for laser liposuction can be targeted to extremely specific areas. This makes it possible for the procedure to be targeted at smaller, more difficult to reach areas that were often ignored when it came to traditional liposuction: ankles, chin, etc. Larger areas are also popular target areas for laser liposuction: buttocks, legs, thighs, arms, etc.

After laser lipo treatments like LPG Endermologie can also be done to help speed up the recovery time as well as help to improve the overall look of the body.

Laser liposuction is advantageous. Individuals considering lipo should access the latest lipo procedures through reputable cosmetic centers. This will ensure that they have access to a professional that can answer questions about the procedure, the preparatory methods, the equipment used for the procedure, etc.

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How Do I Recover?

Each surgery requires specific post-operative care and your surgeon will give you all the information pertinent to your procedure/s.

However there are some general tips that can help you get through the early post-op days as comfortably as possible:

•Don’t expect to look fantastic right away – if you anticipate some bruising and swelling you will be mentally prepared for the initial few days.

•Ice packs and compressors can alleviate much of the swelling and discomfort.

•Do not use any pain medication that is not prescribed by your surgeon. If you feel the need to take anti-inflammatories you must clear this with your doctor first.

•Recovery to the face and neck area can be greatly assisted by keeping your head elevated for two or three days after surgery. If you fail to carry out this simple procedure you could in fact prolong the recovery process and may even experience an adverse effect on the results.

•Make sure you check how soon you may bath, shower, wash your hair etc.

•Do not return to work or take on heavy tasks sooner than advised by your doctor. Practice patience and make the most of legitimate time off!

•Check when you will be able to drive again. This will also be dependent on the pain medication you are taking.

•Do not start exercising too soon, even if you feel able to. The possible injury or damage to the surgery site is not worth a few extra days off the treadmill!

•It’s very tempting to want to laze by the pool and get a golden tan to go with your newly enhanced face or body. However, exposure to the sun after surgery can be very detrimental so keep in the shade and use a sun block with a minimum SPF of 15.

•There are many alternative therapies that can enhance the recovery process while making you feel better emotionally. Some doctors will recommend practitioners. Even if your surgeon is not particularly in favour of complementary medicine he or she should be able to advise which therapies are safe. Always check with your surgeon first and only make use of registered practitioners.

Endermologie treatment for post-liposuction

• Helps the healing of bruises and oedema
• To correct possible asymmetries
• To smooth the cellulite layer
• To improve the lymphatic system
• To improve the blood flow
• To hasten recovery time

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What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that sculpts the body by removing excess fat from specific areas. These include the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, upper arms, chin, and neck.

Who is a good candidate for Liposuction?

The best candidates for Liposuction are individuals with a regular body weight and isolated pockets of fat that do not respond well to diet or exercise. Liposuction can be done at any age, but the best results are experienced by those with firm, elastic skin.

What can I do to prepare myself for surgery?

Doctors will advise you stop smoking well in advance of surgery if you are a smoker. You will also be advised to avoid certain medications which can increase bleeding prior to surgery. Doctors will provide you with any additional pre-op instructions specific to your case. Enjoying a healthy eating and exercise regime before and after surgery will result in optimum results!

How is the liposuction performed?

Your surgery will be performed at a Surgical Clinic. Most patients are admitted as Day cases. Occasionally, the surgery may be done as an inpatient, in which case you can plan on staying for a day or two.

Liposuction is performed under a conscious sedation, which will make you feel drowsy and relaxed, however you’ll sleep through the entire operation and not be aware of the procedure. The advantage is however that you will wake up feeling refreshed without the side effects of a general anaesthesia. This sedation can be used in conjunction with a regional block ie. epidural, which is the same as for childbirth. Occasionally if a large volume of fat is to be removed, Doctors may use general anaesthesia. In all cases a certified anaesthetist will be responsible for your wellbeing. If however only a small amount of fat and a limited number of body sites are involved, liposuction can be performed under local anaesthetic.

The time required for liposuction may vary considerably from 30 mins to 3 hours depending on the number of sites that need to be treated and the volume that is to be removed.

Liposuction involves the use of a small stainless steel tube, called a cannula, which is connected to a powerful suction pump. This is inserted into the fat through small incisions in the skin. As the suction cannula creates tiny tunnels through the fatty layers, the fat is removed. After surgery, these tiny tunnels collapse and thus result in an improved body contour.

After surgery, you will likely experience some fluid drainage from the incisions. To control swelling and to help your skin better fit its new contours, you will be fitted with a snug elastic garment to wear over the treated area for a few weeks. Medication will be prescribed to prevent infection.

Don’t expect to look or feel great right after surgery. Even though the newer techniques are believed to reduce some post-operative discomforts, you may still experience some pain, burning, swelling, bleeding and temporary numbness. Pain can be controlled with medications, though you may still feel stiff and sore for a few days.

It is normal to feel a bit anxious or depressed in the days or weeks following surgery. However, this feeling will subside as you begin to look and feel better.

To speed up the healing process lymphatic draignage can also be performed to remove any excess fluid building up after the surgery, treatments like Endermologie is recommended as it will also help in the overall appearance.

How long is the recovery period from Liposuction?

 Healing is a gradual process. Doctors will tell you to start walking around as soon as possible to reduce swelling and to help prevent blood clots from forming in your legs. You will begin to feel better after about a week or two and you should be back at work within a few days following your surgery .The stitches are removed within the first week to 10 days.

Activity that is more strenuous should be avoided for about a month as your body continues to heal. Although most of the bruising and swelling usually disappears within three weeks, some swelling may remain for six months or more.

Are the results of Liposuction permanent?

In most cases, yes. This is especially true when a sensible diet and exercise regime are followed.

Are there any risks associated with Liposuction?

Liposuction is normally safe, as long as patients are carefully selected, the operating facility is properly equipped and the physician is adequately trained.

However, it’s important to keep in mind that even though a well-trained surgeon and a state-of-the art facility can improve your chance of having a good result, there are no guarantees’, Though they are rare, complications can and do occur. Risks increase if a greater number of areas are treated at the same time, or if the operative sites are larger in size. Removal of a large amount of fat and fluid may require longer operating times than may be required for smaller operations.

The combination of these factors can create greater hazards for infection; delays in healing; the formation of fat clots or blood clots, which may migrate to the lungs and cause death; excessive fluid loss can lead to shock; fluid accumulation that must be drained; friction bums or other damage to the skin or nerves or perforation injury to the vital organs; and unfavourable drug reactions.

The scars from liposuction are small and strategically placed to be hidden from view. However, imperfections in the final appearance are not uncommon after lipoplasty. The skin surface may be irregular, asymmetric or even “baggy,” especially in the older patient, Numbness and pigmentation changes may occur. Sometimes, additional surgery may be recommended.

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Great Expectations

Be Reasonable.

It is sometimes a difficult balance to strike: desiring a significant improvement in one’s appearance after surgery, but at the same time maintaining realistic expectations, whether you choose a single procedure or a combination of a few. There are many similarities between art and surgery, specifically surgery and sculpture. While an artist works with raw materials such as marble and wood, a surgeon works with your body. The better the quality of the materials, the better the final piece of art will be. Similarly, if a surgeon is working with a basically well looked after body, the final result of cosmetic surgery will be better. In more blunt terms, if you are severely overweight, it is unrealistic to expect your surgeon to miraculously obliterate 20 years of overeating in one session of liposuction.

Be practical.

Plastic surgeons cannot stop the ageing process or reverse it altogether. They can, however, improve your looks so that you continue ageing from a ‘new starting point’, and this should be the desired post-operative result.

It’s about YOU.

Cosmetic surgery is aimed at improving your own assets, what nature gave to you. Therefore, it is virtually impossible to ‘match’ somebody else’s breasts onto your body. The breasts you end up with after breast augmentation depend on the breasts you started with and same-size breast implants could produce a totally different aesthetic outcome when placed behind different shaped and sized breasts, chest cage and many other factors that include general body structure, height and weight.

Focus!

It may seem an obvious point to articulate, but if you’re choosing cosmetic surgery to resemble your favourite celebrity, you will find yourself disappointed. That is, unless you can break down what you desire about that person’s individual features and together with your surgeon, set reasonable, achievable goals for surgery.

Make your expectations narrow and small, not broad and large.

Your surgeon’s intent is to plan the operation to address your personal desires. These goals have to be defined and discussed before rather then after surgery.

Give it TIME.

The results of cosmetic surgery will not be seen immediately. Allow time for your body to heal and settle before you judge the outcome. Body tissue may require months to adjust to its new balance of tension and pull applied upon it during surgery.

Be active in your own investment.

The foundations of an improved you have been laid by your surgeon. The rest is up to you. Maintaining your body with a healthy eating and exercise regime after surgery is your own responsibility and the effort will guarantee long lasting results.

And Remember…

Cosmetic surgery is a kind of partnership between surgeon and patient. Both parties’ contribution is essential for a successful outcome. Once you take on the above responsibilities, it is your surgeon’s responsibility to have a clear understanding of your aesthetic goals, to perform an excellent execution of the surgery and to ensure appropriate post operative care.

Endermologie as a post-liposuction option.

• Decreasing stasis of the tissue fluid
• Decreasing viscosity of the fat layer
• Incresing suppleness of the skin and fat layer
• Increasing ease of cannula penetration
• Making the skin softer and more elastic
• The fat layer becomes less congested and solid and therefore quicker and easier to aspirate
• Helps the healing of bruises and oedema
• To correct possible asymmetries
• To smooth the cellulite layer
• To hasten recovery time

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