About the procedure
A positive factor is that fat that has been removed cannot return, as fat cells do not regenerate but only grow and shrink, making liposuction an excellent method for localized fat removal.
A younger person often has more elastic skin, which provides the best results. The degree to which the skin can retract after liposuction is crucial for the final outcome.
Before surgery
Depending on the patient’s natural conditions, we discuss the various methods available to achieve the best results.
The plastic surgeon makes an assessment based on the amount of excess fat present and the quality of the patient’s skin. We also inform about the various techniques we use to optimize sculpting and how the procedure is performed.
We recommend undergoing 2-4 LPG Endermologie treatments before surgery, as this stimulates and opens up the lymphatic channels, creating better healing conditions by allowing waste products after surgery to be effectively removed.
Technique
A liposuction of the knee begins with injecting a fluid containing local anesthesia and adrenaline. Often, this involves the same volume as the amount of fat expected to be removed.
The fat cells in the area are suctioned out using negative pressure. Small incisions, approximately 5 mm long, are made where a tube with various types of openings—depending on the desired type of liposuction—is inserted.
These incisions leave very small, almost invisible scars. Sometimes, liposuction may need to be combined with various forms of lifting due to the volume that has been removed. In some cases, drainage tubes may also need to be placed to evacuate excess fluid and minimize swelling.
During the surgery
At Victoriakliniken, the procedure is performed under anesthesia or local anesthesia, and you typically go home the same day. Most people feel well after just a few days following liposuction and can return to work.
After the surgery
During the first three weeks after liposuction, you should typically wear a compression garment both day and night. After that, it should be worn at night for an additional three weeks.
For a smaller liposuction procedure, such as arm or knee liposuction, a support stocking may be sufficient.
Follow-up visits usually take place within a week with your plastic surgeon at the clinic. If you have gone home with drains, they are usually removed at that time.
After about three weeks, we also recommend undergoing 8-10 Endermologie treatments (LPG massage), as this stimulates and opens up the lymphatic channels, creating better healing conditions by allowing waste products after surgery to be transported away more effectively.
This is also generally a good treatment for the lymphatic system, especially if you have a tendency toward lymphedema.
Results
Bruising may occur but usually disappears within a couple of weeks. Massaging the skin, maintaining a good diet, staying hydrated, and avoiding nicotine products also accelerate the healing process and ensure the best possible final result. The results are generally long-lasting after the surgery.
The final result will not be visible immediately. During the first 72 hours, your swelling will increase.
After six weeks, most of your swelling will have been absorbed. Between three to six months after the surgery, the final shape will become visible, and after two years, your scar tissue will have softened.
Possible Complications
Just like with all types of surgeries, there is always a certain risk of complications occurring with liposuction, such as infection, bleeding, and seroma. However, the most common issue is unevenness. Depending on skin quality, this can sometimes be difficult to assess.
Quick facts about the procedure
Surgery time: One hour.
Time at the clinic: You leave the clinic the same day.
Return to work: After one week.
Before and after pictures
20 years old, 156 cm, 51 kg, 0 children
32 years old, 167 cm, 63 kg, 1 child
36 years old, 171 cm, 62 kg, 1 child
42 years old, 170 cm, 72 kg, 0 children
“Fantastic results and super professional customer service all the way! I have previously had surgeons who could not or would not take on my nose due to secondary rhinoplasty and complexity. Dr. Randquist has not only met but exceeded all my expectations; the result is far beyond what I could have dreamed of!”
Price
We have chosen not to have a fixed price list, as each patient is unique with individual circumstances. Moreover, it is often only during the consultation that we can determine together with you which procedure(s) are suitable to achieve a beautiful final result.
With us, in addition to the surgery cost, anesthesia, medications, follow-up visits, compression garments, and bras are included, as well as, in most cases, at least one overnight stay after the surgery.
In general, all prices are shown inclusive of VAT, as all procedures and treatments except those performed for medical reasons have been subject to VAT since the beginning of 2014. In cases where the price is shown exclusive of VAT, this is because these procedures are always performed on medical grounds. (Price below includes VAT)
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