Tumescent liposuction is the most common form of cosmetic surgery performed in the United States today. We all simply refer to it as “liposuction” and know of it as the simple procedure in which fat is liquefied and suctioned out of the body with a vacuum-like tube. This procedure is so common that there are actually ways to obtain liposuction financing, which we will discuss further in this article. We will also discuss an alternative to liposuction that you may find a better suit to your situation than the typical surgical liposuction procedure.
First, we will list the terms that make an “ideal candidate” for liposuction:
- Are in good health
- Are within 25 lbs. of his or her ideal weight
- Bothered by these fatty areas, and is motivated to get rid of these problem areas once and for all
- Have had no previous surgery in the area where liposuction is desired
- Have firm, elastic skin
- Do not have frequent fluctuations in weight
- Desire reshaping and not weight loss
- Do not have significant medical problems such as diabetes, heart or lung disease, or poor circulation
- Are psychologically stable
- Do not smoke
- Are accepting of any limitations, as discussed with surgeon.
- Are well informed about the procedure
- Hold realistic expectations about the outcome
- Exercises regularly
If you believe you fit the bill and are seriously considering liposuction, it’s best to first speak with a physician who specializes in this procedure. He or she will make you aware of both the benefits and risks of liposuction, as well as important recovery information so that you can arrange your schedule accordingly. Depending upon how many areas you treat, you may find yourself having to take off work for a few weeks in order to safely recover.
That brings us to our next point: liposuction financing. Liposuction is much cheaper now that it was in the 80’s, however it’s still quite a lot of money to the typical American. Depending upon the area(s) you want to treat, your costs could quickly mount up. If you can’t foot the bill all in one go, try contacting CareCredit, Capital One Healthcare Finance, or Unicorn Financial, as they specialize in helping people finance procedures such as this. Below is a list of average fees based on how many areas are treated, but do keep in mind that these costs are likely to differ depending upon the area that you live.
- One area: $3,500
- Three areas: $6,800
- Five areas: $9,700
If you’re a bit weary about going under the tube, so to speak, you should know about a popular alternative to liposuction. LipoDissolve is becoming the preferred alternative for those who aren’t keen on surgery, but still want to lose weight that is condensed in certain areas, or to remove cellulite. What happens in a LipoDissolve procedure is the physician administers a series of micro-injections directly into the fatty areas. The solution that is injected is a mixture of phosphatidylcholine (PC) and deoxycholate (DC), which are naturally found in the body. Each area that is to be treated will incur about six treatments about 4 – 6 weeks apart. The “PCDC” mixture is absorbed by the fat cells, which then works to break them down. The broken-down fat cells harden and are naturally eliminated of by the body. Many patients are able to notice a change in body shape within about 4 – 8 weeks. The costs are much less than liposuction, as you could be paying hundreds rather than thousands.
Regardless of which procedure you choose, it is always recommended that you speak to a physician before making up your mind. Be completely honest during the consultation and listen to what the doctor recommends. Any type of “unnatural” weight loss has risks, and you must be fully aware of and prepared to deal with them.
