Liposuction is a type of cosmetic surgery that is becoming more and more sought after. Despite its popularity liposuction has not become any cheaper and with new technologies coming onto the market the cost is actually rising. Looking at a liposuction chart that lists costs according to body part is one way to estimate how much you are going to spend.
A liposuction chart should also factor is other things that will come into play and affect your total cost. Factors such as your weight, gender and surgeon will all play a part in determining your final cost. The place where your surgery takes place and the type of liposuction are also determining factors.
Weight and Gender
If you are more than 30% above your ideal body weight then your liposuction will cost more than someone who is only 10 to 20% above their ideal body weight. To calculate your ideal body weight use the Body Mass Index and then calculate the percentage that you are overweight to get an idea of where you stand on the liposuction chart.
If you are very overweight liposuction is not the recommended route, instead a gastric band surgery may be more suitable. Your gender also plays a role in how much your liposuction will cost. Men generally pay more for liposuction as a mans fat is more fibrous and the procedure is slightly more complex because of this.
Cost According to Area
Each body part that you decide to have liposuction on varies in cost on the liposuction chart. The arms can start at $1,500 and can go up to $5,000. The starting price represents lower end surgical fees and the $5,000 fee represents upper scale surgical fees. Keep in mind that surgical fees are not the total cost of your surgery. You may have to pay for the cost of an operating room, an anesthesiologist, the surgical nurses present and surgical garments needed after your operation.
Other Costs
Non-surgical fees are not usually included in a liposuction chart listing surgical fees. Non-surgical fees that you will have to bear include any laboratory tests that might be taken before your operation. As mentioned earlier the staff that participate in your liposuction procedure need to be factored in.
As with any medical procedure you should not go to the surgeon who is the least expensive just to save money. Find a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a surgeon who is allowed to perform the procedure in an accredited hospital. You can check with The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for doctors who are privileged to do so.
Liposuction is a procedure where fat is manually removed from certain parts of the body with the use of a hollow tube and an aspirator. The procedure itself will need anesthesia and may take some time depending on what kind of liposuction will be done. Not everybody is a good candidate for this procedure and there are many side effects from this. In all cases, a liposuction compression garment is to be worn to help heal both internal and external wounds.
Side Effects of Liposuction
Most common side effects are bruising, scarring, swelling, numbness and lessened mobility. Bruising is to be expected from the procedure since many capillaries and blood vessels are expected to be damaged or severed. Scarring is an individual response to the surgery and genetics plays a relevant role in scarring. Swelling, numbness and reduced mobility are also to be expected as the wounds heal.
Liposuction Recovery
The use of a liposuction compression garment is necessary after the procedure to lessen the movement of the skin. Wearing liposuction compression garments can take as long as several weeks or just a few days, depending on the extent of the procedure. The liposuction compression garment ensures that the affected areas are compressed and are not moved unnecessarily. Any unnecessary movements can affect the internal wounds and prevent proper healing. The liposuction compression garment is to be worn for as long as your surgeon recommends it, 24 hours a day.
Most of these liposuction compression garments are designed to fit like a person’s second skin and are not noticeable under ordinary clothes. The liposuction compression garments encourage the flow of body fluids (lymph fluid and blood flow) as well as reduce swelling and other complications created by the procedure.
Compared to ordinary girdles and other skin tight exercise garments, liposuction compression garments are specifically designed to be worn every hour of the day. The liposuction compression garment is designed to control body temperature and evaporative perspiration to the advantage of the users. Most kinds of liposuction compression clothing are soft and stretchy enough to be comfortable to wear and to discourage allergic reactions to the weave.
The use of a liposuction compression garment is necessary after surgery. Your surgeon will recommend a brand that he is comfortable and familiar with but your can shop around for your own before the procedure. Most doctors will recommend being fitted for the garment before the procedure and will advise you on putting the garment on and how to take it off.