Liposuction is one of the most common plastic surgeries, with more than 90,000 operations taking place in Brazil each year.  In recent years, turning to liposuction or liposculpture to shape and define body contouring has become an increasingly popular beauty trend for both men and women.

Who can have a liposuction or liposculpture? 

Men and women.

What is liposuction or liposculpture for?

The objective of this surgery is the reduction of fat deposits, improving belly contouring and creating a perfect figure.

Where is liposuction or liposculpture applied?

Abdomen, buttocks, hip, thighs, knees, arms, and chin  among others.

How is liposuction or liposculpture performed?

A liposuction or liposculpture shapes the affected areas by means of small incisions with cannulas of different sizes.

What about liposuction and liposculpture scars?

Scars are very small and are strategically hidden in skin folds where they are hardly noticeable. 

Duration (average): 2 to 4 hours.

Anesthesia: Local with sedation or general.

Hospitalization period: 12 to 24 hours.

Suture Removal: After 7 to 10 days.

Preoperative Care:

Routine exams, no consumption of drugs that contain acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin, Doril, AAS), no smoking at least 15 days before, avoidance of alcohol, and following specific indications suggested by the surgeon.

Postoperative Care:

Avoidance of physical activity, sun exposure, use of surgical dressing for about four to six weeks. Specific indications suggested by the surgeon.