Leg Liposuction

It is the removal of regional fat accumulations in the leg by fat extraction (liposuction) from that area.

When Can It Be Applied? 
It can be applied at any time. It is an ideal surgery to get rid of your resistant fat deposits, especially after reaching your stable weight with a healthy life style, sports and diet.

Before The Operation
medical information is obtained about the person and a general body examination is performed. The areas where fat will be taken are determined. Care is taken not to have excess skin. Skin elasticity is checked. Incision locations are determined. Appropriate photography is done.

Which Methods Are Used For Fat Removal? 
There are conventional, ultrasonographic and laser-assisted fat removal methods. The most classical method is conventional fat removal with the help of led cannulas. In other methods, laser or ultrasound energy is given through the same incisions. The fat cells are broken down and the fat is easily aspirated. These methods are easier and more effective and provide faster recovery. They also help the skin to adopt more easily.

Surgery 
is performed under general anesthesia. It takes 1 to 2 hours depending on the number of areas to be operated. More than one 0.5 cm holes are made near the areas to be applied, selected from places where the scars will not be visible. At first, special fluids prepared for fat extraction are injected. The purpose of this is pain and bleeding control. Fat is extracted with appropriate cannulas. Special corsets are worn on the operated areas.

After surgery
Eating starts in the early period. The patient is mobilized after eating. No drain is used. Patient can discharged on the same day. There may be pain, swelling and bruising in the operation area. Bathing is allowed within two days. The special corset is worn for 4-6 weeks. Return to work in 5-7 days. Heavy activities are allowed after 1 month. A special diet is recommended after surgery to prevent weight gain.

Side effects 
There may be unwanted effects due to general anesthesia or surgery. Irregularities can be seen in the surgical area. In order to minimize this, it is necessary to use a corset. If you do not pay attention to your fluid intake and diet after the procedure, the success rate will decrease.

Conclusion 
The results are permanent. It is necessary to prevent to weight gain, because fat cells can store unlimited fat. Although the number of fat cells decreases, the remaining fat cells can return to their old appearance by storing excess fat in excess weight gain. However, it is a repeatable surgery.