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Liposculpture to reduce fat tissue on
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Lipoplasty Leg and Ankle Liposuction on Legs and AnkleGood candidates for this type of cosmetic surgery are patients whose legs and ankles contain a high proportion of fat and reasonable skin elasticity. Liposculpture only removes fat, so for patients with very loose skin and impaired elasticity (eg. after dramatic weight reduction) lipoplasty is not a good option. Such patients may need excisional surgery to remove their loose skin, although it may be combined with liposuction for optimum cosmetic results. Legs and Ankles Liposuction ProcedureLegs and ankles do not typically harbor the deep pockets of fatty tissue seen in other areas like abdomen or thighs. So the effects of lipoplasty are typically less impressive than for abdominal fat reduction. Furthermore, legs contain important blood vessels and other vascular threads which can easily be damaged by a liposuction cannula. In particular, the zone immediately behind the knee (popliteal fossa) should not be liposuctioned as it contains vital and sensitive components. Best Liposuction Type for Legs/AnklesThe best type of lipo treatment for legs and ankles is probably tumescent liposuction, which is a more precise and gentle form of lipoplasty. Other benefits of tumescent lipoplasty include: (1) Fewer scars, due to the use of smaller incisions (adits); (2) Very little blood loss; (3) Less bruising; (4) Less risk of infection; (5) Quicker recovery time. (6) Less risk of post-operative complications, like persistent swelling. Gastric Bypass Bariatric Information |