Reference: Upper Arm Liposuction

Does liposuction replace dieting and exercise?

It is important to understand that this procedure in NOT a treatment for generalized obesity and does not replace dieting and/or exercise. However, it does contour “stubborn” body areas that do not respond to dieting and exercise. Dr. Shamoun has performed lipoplasty of the face and neck area, arms, abdomen, flanks, hip rolls, outer and inner thighs, above knees and ankles with very pleasing results.

“Patient safety is dermatologists´ number one priority,” stressed Dr. Lawrence. “To demonstrate its commitment to patient safety, the American Academy of Dermatology Association was the first medical group to publish guidelines of care for liposuction. These guidelines recommend:

Liposuction should not be performed under general anesthesia;
It should be performed on healthy individuals;
Liposuction is not a procedure for the treatment of obesity and should not be used to extract large amounts of fat; and
Liposuction should not be performed along with other procedures.There are several liposuction techniques available today. The amount of injected fluid determines the technique used, explains Peter B. Fodor, M.D., chief of plastic surgery at Century City Hospital in Los Angeles and spokesman for the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.