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Liposuction Asked Questions Answered by Flora’s Experts.

Are liposuction results immediate?

It usually takes between 2 weeks to 1 month for the results to become visible after a liposuction procedure.

Is liposuction dangerous?

Liposuction is generally a safe procedure, but there are of course some risks. Your doctor will ask you about your health condition and medications you take and give you some instructions to ensure that there is no potential risk for you. 

Are liposuction results permanent?

Once the results are visible, they last forever and do not go away by time. But it’s important to pay attention to your doctor’s instructions regarding the post-operative recovery period. remember that you are likely to gain weight after the surgery if you do not move at all. Following a good diet and doing light exercises during the recovery process can ensure you that the fat is not going to come back at all.

Are liposuction scars permanent?

It might take several months for the scars to fully go away, but compression garment can speed up the recovery process.

Are liposuction scars noticeable?

As a kind of cutting, liposuction incisions will likely leave some noticeable signs of wounding. But you don’t have to worry about that as these scars fade away with time.

Is liposuction bad?

While liposuction has some risks, it can lead into good final results such as reducing fat masses to a considerable level.

Can liposuction help get rid of cellulite?

While liposuction alone can’t remove the signs of cellulite, but when combined with ultrasound or laser treatment, it might be an effective treatment.

Can liposuction kill you?

Generally, there is a very low risk of death from liposuction; however, we provide a pre-operative session with your doctor to make sure that the procedure is absolutely safe for you.

Can liposuction make you skinny?

While liposuction is a good choice to reduce local fat pockets, it can only help you lose around two to five pounds in total and therefore it is not a good choice for overweight or obese patients.

Can liposuction go wrong?

Like any other surgery there is a certain level of risk for liposuction, however, our experts will do their best to reduce the possibility of going wrong as far as possible.

Can liposuction cause cancer?

There is no solid evidence to support the likelihood of a link between liposuction and cancer. Moreover, our experts will do the check-ups both before and after the procedure to lower the risk.

Can liposuction remove visceral fat?

Since visceral fat is deep under the skin, liposuction cannot remove fats down to that layer. Liposuction can only remove subcutaneous fat that is between muscles and skin.

Can liposuction give you abs?

There is a cosmetic procedure called abdominal etching that uses liposuction to uncover the muscle tissues from fat pockets in the above layer to create a six-pack appearance.

Can liposuction remove 100 pounds?

It is not possible to lose that much weight by a Lipo You can only expect to lose between two to five pounds by the procedure.

How does liposuction work?

Liposuction starts with infusion of local anesthesia in order to reduce bleeding and trauma. Then, your surgeon starts making small incisions in the target area of the skin by inserting a cannula tube into the fat layer. The tube extracts the fat pockets out of the tissue with a suction device or a syringe.

How much does liposuction cost?

With Flora you can choose a liposuction package for 2,200$ which not only includes your treatment with the best expert but also covers the cost of staying in Iran during the procedure.

How much fat can be removed by liposuction?

You are a good candidate for liposuction if you are around 30 percent of your ideal weight. Liposuction can only help you lose between 2 to 5 pounds of your fat pockets.

What liposuction technique is the best?

There are a handful of liposuction techniques all of which include several incisions into the target area by means of a thin hollow cannula tube and extracting the fat out using a suction device. Among these techniques tumescent liposuction is considered the best option, which is more effective, safer and less painful and has a shorter recovery time

What liposuction does to your body?

There is considerably low risk of any potential condition with liposuction, but you may need to put off your strenuous activities for several months.

What is liposuction surgery?

Liposuction is fat-removal surgery that uses a suction technique to extract the fat pockets out of specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms or neck.

What is liposuction 360?

Lipo 360 is a liposuction procedure that encompasses the whole areas of the midsection, contouring it 360 degrees around. This technique uses a vacuum to target and suction fat from specific areas in the midsection. 

When liposuction is performed for medical reasons?

Liposuction is typically considered a cosmetic surgery that is chosen voluntarily by the patient. However, in a few cases a liposuction may deem medically necessary such as to repair an injury or a malformed body part.

When liposuction is performed for cosmetic purposes?

Most cases get liposuction as a cosmetic surgery to get rid of excessive local fats and give that area improved contours.

When liposuction does not work?

Liposuction is not a good option if you are further than 30 percent of your ideal weight and if your purpose is losing much weight

When liposuction fails?

There are significantly rare cases of liposuction fails. Not following the post-operative instructions and soon resuming of strenuous activities can increase the risk.

Can you undergo Liposuction when overweight?

You can expect to lose around two to five pounds by liposuction, so lipo is a better choice for removing local fats than losing weight. Instead you can undergo a gastric sleeve that can help you lose a considerable amount of weight by time.

Can I undergo a Liposuction when pregnant?

It is not a safe option to undergo liposuction during pregnancy, so it is better to put it off

Where does the fat go after liposuction?

Surgeons incise the fat layer with a cannula and then extract it out of the body by using a suction tool.

Where to go for liposuction?

There are so many centers offering liposuction services all around the world. But if you look for an option with both high-quality services and lowest cost then Iran is the best choice. You can consult our experts through our website. Flora ensures you a successful surgery as well as a good memory of Iran.

Where to buy liposuction packages?

In terms of cost and quality, Flora offers the most economic and high-quality packages and finds you the best experts to perform your procedure.

Where is the cheapest place for liposuction?

Due to the economic currency value of Iran for foreigners, Flora can offer you the most economic yet high quality packages compared with all other centers around the world.

Where can liposuction be done?

Surgeons can perform liposuction for several areas of your body to remove the excessive local fats. These areas include: Abdomen, upper arms, buttocks, calves and ankles, chest and back, hips and thighs, chin and neck.

Which liposuction gives the best results?

There are a handful of liposuction techniques among which tumescent liposuction is more effective, safer and less painful. Tumescent liposuction has a quicker recovery time compared with the traditional method.

Which is better liposuction or tummy tuck?

Both liposuction and tummy tuck are effective for their own purposes. While surgeons use liposuction more for different parts of the body, tummy tuck is specifically for the abdominal part.

Which one is better liposuction or gastric sleeve?

Surgeons use liposuction and gastric sleeve for different types of patients. For those who are within 30 percent of their ideal weight liposuction is a better choice, but for those who are seriously overweight only gastric sleeve can be effective as it changes your calorie intake by lowering the size of stomach.

What doctor can perform liposuction?

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery and therefore qualified surgeon who are specialized in liposuction procedures perform it. Flora medical tourism agency cooperates with the most skilled and most experienced surgeons.

Which is better liposuction or Smartlipo?

As the procedure is less invasive, Smartlipo involves a much quicker and less painful recovery compared with traditional liposuction. It can also remove a larger amount of fat pockets. However, in terms of cost liposuction is a more economic option for several target areas.

For who is liposuction a good choice?/whom is liposuction good for?

Liposuction is a good choice for those who intend to lose local excessive fats to give their body or skin a better and more rejuvenated appearance.

Who invented liposuction?

As a type of fat-removal procedure used in plastic surgery, a gynecologist named Giorgio Fischer in 1974 invented liposuction.

Who needs liposuction?

Liposuction is for those who want to have their local excessive fats removed.

Why liposuction is dangerous?

As with any other surgery, Liposuction comes with its own risks, but our experts in Flora will do their best to provide you with a risk-free procedure in Iran.

Why liposuction can cause death?

There is very low risk of death caused by liposuction. But the potential risks coming with liposuction surgeries are bleeding after surgery or pulmonary thromboembolism Risks can be totally avoided with the instructions and consultations you will be provided with, by the help of Flora.

Why liposuction doesn’t work?/ Can liposuction go wrong?

Liposuction may not result in the desired shape if the patient does not pass a good and stress-free recovery time and starts doing heavy work sooner than instructed.

Why is liposuction garment used?

After surgery, a nurse will wrap a compression garment or elastic bandages around the treated area that is useful in reducing swelling and promoting healing.

Why is liposuction so painful?

Since liposuction is a kind of surgery that surgeons perform by making incisions to your skin, you may feel some discomfort after the surgery. The compression garment and the medication your doctor prescribes can significantly relieve the pain.

Will liposuction flatten my stomach?

You can lose between two to five pounds through a liposuction depending on your physical condition.

Will liposuction help me lose weight?

You can lose somewhere between two to five pounds through a liposuction depending on the treated area and your physical conditions.

Will liposuction leave sagging skin?

If performed over a small area, liposuction usually does not leave any sagging skin. But if you are undergoing a major liposuction you are likely to have some loose skin left. If you are worried about your sagging skin, you can undergo a type of liposuction called Radiofrequency-assisted liposuction to tighten the skin of the treated area while removing the fat pockets at the same time.

Are Lipo injections safe?

Lipotropic injections are supplements that complete the results of your procedure. These supplements typically contain vitamin B12, which is safe in large quantities.

Are Lipo shots dangerous?

While the shots are not dangerous, that does not guarantee that they are completely without risk. Therefore, we recommend you to consult your doctor before getting lipotropic injections for weight loss. You should note that these shots would only work when combined with a healthy lifestyle that promotes weight loss.

Can Lipo affect menstrual cycle?

Due to the release of stress hormones, any type of surgery can affect the menstrual cycle. The effects of liposuction on the menstrual cycle should go away after around one to two months from the surgery.

How does the Lipo laser work?

Unlike conventional liposuction procedure, Laser Lipo is a less invasive procedure that starts with making a small incision in the skin and then using laser light energy to heat and liquefy excess fat cells until they die. After the cell has died, the area is further exposed to the laser until the fat-holding tissues break apart. At last, a small tube is inserted into the same area to suck away the liquefied fat.

How does Lipo 6 black work?

Lipo 6 Black pills work by increasing the body’s metabolism and thus promote the burning of fat deposits.

How Lipo shots work?

Lipotropic injections are shots that contain a load of essential nutrients such as vitamin B12, vitamin B-6, vitamin B complex and MIC—a combination of methionine, inositol, and choline. These shots are administered to promote the fat burning process and result in weight loss.

What Lipo type tightens your skin?

There is a new type of liposuction called Radiofrequency assisted liposuction (RFAL or BodyTite) that uses thermal energy to tighten your skin and remove unwanted fat simultaneously.

When can you fly after liposuction?

Patients are generally able to fly within at least 24 to 48 hours after the Lipo surgery. However, it is recommended to wait until around one week is passed from your recovery due to the risk of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) blood clots in your legs.

Can a Lipo procedure be performed when you are awake?

With the recent advancements in liposuction, surgeons can also perform the confronting procedure when the patient is awake. Surgeons do this type of procedure by using anesthetics to allow the patient to be conscious during the procedure.

When does Lipo stop hurting?

The pain may reach its peak during the first three days after the surgery. The pain gradually goes down until it totally stops after two months. Your doctor may give you some instruction and prescribe consuming certain medications to relieve your pain.

Where are Lipo injections injected?

Lipotropic injections may be administered in different parts such as in the arms or all the areas containing more subcutaneous fatty tissues, including the thigh, abdomen, or buttocks.

What is liposuction 360?

Lipo 360 is a liposuction procedure that encompasses the whole areas of the midsection, contouring it 360 degrees around. This technique uses a vacuum to target and suction fat from specific areas in the midsection.

How much does liposuction cost?

With Flora you can choose a liposuction package for 2,200$ which not only includes your treatment with the best expert but also covers the cost of staying in Iran during the procedure.