Preoperative assessment: Dr. Manola pays close attention to enhancing the patient’s figure and body shape, and he provides individualized advice to each patient to best eliminate
localized fat. If liposuction involves the lower limbs, patients will be advised to undergo color Doppler ultrasound to rule out pre-existing venous conditions, in addition to the routine examinations for
all surgical procedures.
During liposculpture, a small incision is made in the skin to insert the cannula under the skin in the area to be treated. Dr. Manola then moves the cannula to break up and aspirate the excess fat. The duration and method of liposuction/liposculpture depend primarily on the amount of fat to be removed. If the amount is significant, the patient will need to stay in the hospital overnight and the procedure will be performed under general anesthesia. If the amount of fat to be removed is not excessive, liposuction/liposculpture can also be performed on an outpatient basis. The amount of adipose tissue removed depends on the patient’s shape and cannot exceed 2-3 liters per session.
The postoperative recovery from liposuction is usually characterized by mild bruising and swelling, associated with mild discomfort that can be controlled with oral analgesics for the following 24 hours. After liposuction, the patient is advised to rest for 6-12 hours and then engage in moderate activity for the following week. The stitches will reabsorb spontaneously. Liposuction/liposculpture can be performed year-round, but Dr. Manola recommends avoiding late spring and summer, given the need to wear elastic garments or thick, supportive stockings for a month.
