liposuction
Pronunciation
UK
- /lˌɪpəsˈʌkʃən/
US
- /ˈlaɪpoʊˌsəkʃən/
- /ˈlɪpoʊˌsəkʃən/
Description
- Fat removal
- body contouring
- cosmetic surgery
This is not a weight-loss method. It is a kind of cosmetic surgery used to shape the body by removing small areas of fat that stay even after diet and exercise. Doctors usually do it on places like the stomach, hips, thighs, or arms. People often choose it when they are already near a steady weight but want to improve a certain body shape. It can change appearance, but it is still surgery, so it has risks and is not a quick fix.
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes areas of fat from under the skin. It is not meant to replace weight loss or a healthy lifestyle. Instead, it is used to reshape specific parts of the body where diet and exercise have not had much effect.
The procedure usually involves making small cuts in the skin and inserting a thin tube, called a cannula, into the area being treated. The tube is connected to a device that suctions out fat. There are several modern methods, including ultrasound-assisted, laser-assisted, and power-assisted techniques. These methods differ in how they loosen and remove the fat.
People often talk about it as a way to improve body shape rather than body weight. Common treatment areas include the stomach, waist, thighs, hips, arms, back, and sometimes under the chin. The goal is usually to make body lines look smoother or more balanced.
It is important to remember that this is real surgery. Possible problems include infection, bleeding, uneven results, or changes in skin feeling. Because of that, a careful talk with a qualified doctor is needed before deciding on it. People may read about celebrities having it done, but it is a serious medical choice and should be treated that way.
Examples
- 1
Cosmetic decision
She is thinking about having liposuction on her stomach.
- 2
Recovery
Recovery from liposuction can take a few weeks.
- 3
Surgical limits
The surgeon explained that liposuction would remove fat but would not tighten loose skin.
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- liposuctionnounverb
Forms
- liposuctionedpast tenseverbnoun
- liposuctioning-ing formverbnoun
- liposuctionspluralnounverb