Having stubborn fat that won’t respond to diet and exercise can be exceedingly frustrating and is actually more common than you may realize. For many people, one of the most problematic areas for resistant fat is the abdomen or midsection. If you are discouraged by stubborn belly fat that won’t budge despite your best efforts, abdominal liposuction may be the answer.
However, before you make the decision to undergo liposuction for your stomach, be sure to review the important information below from triple board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Chirag Mehta of Chirag Mehta MD Plastic Surgery in Sherman, TX on what to expect with tummy liposuction, who is a candidate for liposuction for the stomach, whether your cellulite and loose skin will respond to treatment, and more.
Will liposuction get rid of belly fat that exercise hasn’t worked for?
There are a number of reasons why you may not be seeing the results of your efforts with diet and exercise when it comes to belly fat specifically. Some of the most common reasons people accumulate diet- and exercise-resistant fat in the abdomen include:
- Age
- Genetics
- Hormone imbalance
- Stress
If any of these factors are slowing or halting your progress in losing belly fat, liposuction may indeed be the solution you’ve been searching for. With liposuction, Dr. Mehta can remove excess fat cells in the abdomen (and other areas, like the flanks, buttocks, thighs, and more) to help you finally get the slimmer, smoother contours you’ve worked for.
What should I know about liposuction for stomach fat?
While liposuction is a relatively routine procedure, it is important to understand that it is still a surgical procedure that will require some preparation, recovery time, and other considerations. During your initial consultation for Sherman, TX liposuction, Dr. Mehta will review important things to know about the procedure, specific to your unique case, in extensive detail to ensure you are comfortable and confident about your decision.
In the meantime, some general things to know about getting liposuction include:
- Liposuction is not considered a weight loss procedure, and candidates for liposuction should be at or near their goal weight
- Women should be done having children prior to undergoing liposuction, as pregnancy after liposuction can “undo” the results of treatment
- Liposuction addresses excess fat only, meaning loose skin and cellulite may not improve following surgery
- Patients should expect some swelling and bruising for several days or weeks after liposuction, which can mask their lipo results for some time
- Recovery after liposuction can take up to 6 – 8 weeks, though most patients are able to return to work and light activities after just 1 – 2 weeks
- While fat removed during liposuction is gone from the body, weight gain after liposuction can result in the reversal of results
Knowing these basics of liposuction for the stomach is a good starting point when choosing whether lipo is right for you, but again, Dr. Mehta will provide a comprehensive overview of liposuction personalized for you during your private consultation.
Get a flatter stomach the easier way with tummy liposuction in Sherman, TX
Does it feel like no amount of cardio or crunches will work on your stubborn belly fat? If so, it may be time to take the next step with stomach lipo in Sherman, TX. To learn more about your options for fat removal surgery to slim down your problem areas, call our friendly team at Chirag Mehta MD Plastic Surgery to schedule your one-on-one consultation with Dr. Chirag Mehta today.
