Today, men enjoy a variety of benefits from minimally invasive cosmetic procedures to surgical techniques that help rejuvenate their skin and improve their body contours.
Liposuction for men in Spokane is a popular procedure that has boosted the self-confidence and improved the physical appearance of many people. When a nutritious diet and hours in the gym have not removed stubborn areas of fat, there are options to help improve your body contours and help complement your fitness and health goals.
Although liposuction is a popular cosmetic surgical procedure for men, the differences in fat distribution and the unique goals and emotional perspectives of men also need to be accounted for when planning these procedures.
One of the most significant differences between liposuction in men and women is the areas that are treated. For men in Spokane, the most common areas requested for liposuction are the lower abdomen, upper arms, love handles, and chest.
Liposuction can also be used to treat gynecomastia, a condition in which breast tissue enlarges due to weight fluctuations or unbalanced hormones. The underlying condition must be identified and treated before liposuction to prevent recurrence.
There are two main categories of fat. The first, subcutaneous fat, lies under the skin and around the muscle. The second is wrapped around abdominal organs, called visceral fat. Men have a higher occurrence of visceral fat, which cannot be removed with liposuction alone. When the fat being targeted is visceral fat, you may need a tummy tuck procedure to reduce your lower abdomen and waistline.
Men who are good candidates for liposuction in Spokane have achieved their goal weight and want to remove localized areas of fat deposits that have not responded to diet or exercise. Liposuction can enhance and refine the results of your work and motivate you to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
You are generally not a good candidate for liposuction when you have not reached your ideal or goal weight. Weight fluctuations must be avoided to maintain the procedure’s results, so you should have achieved a stable weight for three to six months before considering a body contouring procedure.
Men who have uncontrolled underlying medical conditions, such as high blood pressure or Type 2 diabetes, can be a candidate once their health conditions are under control.
Nicotine can also increase the risk of complications during surgery and healing, including infection. Any nicotine delivery system can increase the risk of vasoconstriction, or spasms in the small blood vessels. This includes smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco, nicotine gum, and nicotine patches.
Overall, the ideal candidate should be healthy, at or near his goal weight, a non-smoker, and have good skin tone and elasticity so the skin will not sag once the stubborn areas of fat have been removed. Liposuction is neither a weight loss solution nor an alternative to healthy nutrition and exercise. Instead, liposuction helps contour your body when you struggle with stubborn areas of fat.
Recovery varies between individuals, but understanding the general process can help you set realistic expectations. Immediately after the procedure, it is common to experience some swelling or bruising where the liposuction was performed. The symptoms are a normal part of healing and gradually improve over the following weeks.
After the procedure, you will typically wear a compression garment to help reduce the swelling and support the tissue as it heals. The garment also helps to contour the body into your new shape.
Most men find they can return to work or light daily activities within a few days to a week, but you should avoid any strenuous activities or exercise for several weeks to ensure proper healing. Board-certified plastic surgeon Kai Morimoto will provide specific guidelines on when you can return to these activities.
The results of liposuction might not be fully visible until all the swelling has resolved. You must carefully follow your aftercare instructions to help reduce complications from the procedure, including infection.
When you are struggling with fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise, consider liposuction for men in Spokane. This procedure could show the results of your hard work in the gym and potentially improve your self-confidence and self-image. We encourage you to call our office today to schedule your consultation.
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