Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the world, having helped millions across the globe. In fact, nearly half a million liposuction procedures occurred in the United States alone last year.
Despite its popularity and efficacy in helping people reach their aesthetic goals, liposuction misconceptions continue circulating. These misconceptions may prevent people from getting liposuction who may otherwise benefit from it.
Discover if you’ve been mistakenly believing these common misconceptions about liposuctions so that you can make the most informed decision for your cosmetic goals.
Myth: Liposuction Is a Weight Loss Procedure
Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. Even though liposuction removes fat, which would result in subsequent weight loss, the goal of liposuction is purely fat removal, and any weight loss is unrelated to the procedure’s success.
It is recommended to be at or near your goal weight before liposuction begins. Diet and exercise leading up to liposuction are highly recommended.
Myth: Liposuction Will Also Result in Tight Skin
After liposuction, you may be faced with skin laxity and excess skin. Typically, liposuction is coupled with or followed by a skin tightening procedure. At Old Town Med Spa, we offer a variety of skin-tightening methods.
Myth: Fat Will Return After Liposuction
Once the fat is removed from the body after liposuction, those fat cells can never return. However, living a healthy lifestyle that includes proper diet and exercise following liposuction is heavily recommended and necessary to maintain your results.
Though the fat cells removed can’t return, existing fat cells can grow and, with enough caloric intake, develop new fat storage cells. To know how best to maintain your results, speak to the Old Town Med Spa providers.
Work With Old Town Med Spa in Chicago, IL, for Your Liposuction
For your liposuction needs, reach out to Drs. Nael and Shazel Gharbi at Old Town Med Spa. With years of experience providing exceptional care and results, they’d happily answer your questions and help you on your aesthetic journey. With locations in Old Town (312-313-0330), Lincoln Park (312-836-4224), and Bucktown (312-416-6172), contact them today to schedule an appointment.
