Your liposuction procedure’s cost will depend on the technique used and the number of treatment areas. At your consultation with Dr. Lofman, his team will provide you with a detailed cost estimate.

While you may lose a small amount of weight after liposuction, do not expect a dramatic difference. Liposuction is a contouring surgery intended to reshape targeted trouble spots that do not respond to diet and exercise.

Liposuction procedures permanently eliminate fat cells from the treated areas. However, you must sustain a stable weight through a healthy lifestyle and diet to maintain your results. Gaining more than 10 pounds can adversely affect your appearance.

Liposuction recovery time is typically four to six weeks. While you’re healing, you’ll need to wear a surgical support garment to minimize swelling and support your new shape. Most patients feel well enough to return to work within a week. However, you will still need to avoid activities like heavy lifting.

After your liposuction surgery, you must wear a compression garment for at least four to six weeks to minimize swelling and allow your body to adjust to its new contours. Typically, most people can return to light activities within the first week. You will likely achieve a full recovery within one to three months.

If you have a physically demanding job, plan for a longer recovery time. You will also need to avoid strenuous activities – including exercising and heavy lifting – for at least six weeks after surgery, though Dr. Lofman advises slow walking as soon as you feel up to it.

It’s generally recommended to wait at least 1-2 weeks before traveling after liposuction. Short trips are usually acceptable sooner, but long flights or extensive travel should be avoided until your surgeon clears you. This allows for adequate recovery time and monitoring for any complications.

Before undergoing liposuction, it’s important to understand that it is not a weight loss solution but a body contouring procedure. Maintaining results requires a healthy lifestyle, including proper diet and exercise. Also, be prepared for a recovery period involving swelling, bruising, and wearing compression garments.

Yes, it is generally okay to sit after liposuction. However, you should avoid prolonged sitting, particularly in the first few days post-surgery, to reduce swelling and promote better circulation. Follow your surgeon’s specific instructions regarding activity levels.

The initial swelling and fluid retention after liposuction can obscure your final results. It typically takes several weeks to a few months for the stomach to fully shrink and reveal the contouring effects. Full results are often seen around 3-6 months post-procedure.

Yes, it is normal to experience swelling for several weeks after liposuction. Swelling can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months, gradually decreasing over time. Wearing compression garments as advised by your surgeon helps manage swelling and supports the healing process.

Increased urination after liposuction is common and is often due to the body eliminating the fluids that were injected during the procedure (tumescent fluid) and the body’s natural response to healing. Drinking plenty of water helps flush out these fluids and aids in recovery.

It is common to feel or appear larger immediately after liposuction due to post-surgical swelling and fluid retention. As your body heals and the swelling subsides, you will gradually notice the reduction in size and the improved contours of the treated area.