Mini Liposuction

Overview

Liposuction procedure is most effective in people who are near to their optimal body weight and just need assistance with one or two problem areas. A mini-liposuction is intended to help patients with a limited area of concern.

 

What is mini-liposuction?

Mini liposuction is a low-volume liposuction technique that eliminates tiny, persistent pockets of fat for better-looking body contours. Because it is a less invasive technique, it has a far quicker recovery period than standard liposuction. One of the most significant benefits of small-volume liposuction (also known as mini lipo) is that it may be performed safely with local anesthesia and extra sedation as needed.

When patients gain or lose weight after a mini-liposuction, their bodies will remain in better proportion due to the fat removed from certain regions. Mini-liposuction can be used to remove extra fat from the knees, chest, underarms, neck, and upper arms, which are resistant to diet, exercise, and weight reduction efforts. Mini-liposuction is also used to treat the inner and outer thighs, hips, love handles, buttocks, knees, calves, and ankles.

Ideal candidates should fulfill a few basic standards, just like they would for regular liposuction or any other cosmetic surgery. Patients must be above the age of 18, in excellent physical and psychological condition, have reasonable expectations, and be nonsmokers. Patients who smoke and want mini-liposuction surgery should be prepared to stop smoking for a lengthy period of time - at least a few months before and after the procedure. During or shortly after your visit, the doctor will do a complete preliminary pre-examination and will offer detailed instructions on what patients must do to prepare for their micro liposuction.

 

Large-volume vs. Small Volume Liposuction

Body fat dysregulation, or aberrant fat distribution, is frequently characterized by abnormalities in adipose tissue distribution. It has been linked to a variety of health problems, including obesity, lipodystrophy, and metabolic abnormalities. Since the early twentieth century, liposuction has been a safe and efficient method of removing excess fat. The surgical method is straightforward and has a low complication rate. 

There are two main types of liposuction procedures:

Large-volume Liposuction

Large-volume liposuction, as the name implies, can remove 6-8 pounds of fatty tissue from the targeted location. Other patients will see significant skin reduction after large-volume lipo as the body adjusts to the loss of fat; nonetheless, some individuals may require extra skin excision. Many patients prefer big-volume liposuction as a single-procedure solution for typical resistant fat locations like the belly.

 

Small-Volume Liposuction (Mini Liposuction)

Mini liposuction treats minor, bothersome subcutaneous fat deposits under the chin, armpits, elbows, and knees. Because the treatment region is smaller and more concentrated, the process is quicker and more convenient than large-volume lipo. Mini liposuction can relieve the physical and psychological affects of tiny regions of fat that will not remove through conventional ways.

 

What are the benefits of mini Liposuction?

Mini liposuction in Korea has several advantages over regular liposuction. It is not only less expensive, but it also provides faster, measurable, and verifiable outcomes right in front of your eyes.

 

No cutting

Mini liposuction does not necessitate extensive skin incisions. Because the cannula and targeted region are both tiny, the incision is similarly small. As a result, there is no cutting, scarring, or long-term effect from this surgery. It is, in reality, the ideal non-surgical fat reduction approach.

 

No Scars

This treatment leaves no scars on the skin because it is rapid, non-surgical, and less intrusive. You may get it done in within 20 minutes and show off your beautiful skin without worrying about any leftover scars, bruising, or skin abnormalities.

 

Visble Results

Because the patients are under the effect of local anesthetic, they will remain awake during the process. They will be able to watch what is going on and see the fat depart their body this way. This leads in a higher level of happiness, and the patient has complete control over his or her body.

 

Affordable

Mini liposuction is less expensive than regular liposuction techniques. It is not only faster, more dependable, and less intrusive, but it is also less expensive. It costs about half the price of standard and surgical liposuction.

 

Candidates for mini Liposuction

Patients who embrace a healthy lifestyle, food, and exercise are far more likely to lose weight, be happy with their outcomes, have greater self-esteem, and be more productive. As a result, men and women seeking a small liposuction operation should continue to practice healthy behaviors both before and after their procedure.

A GOOD CANDIDATE for mini liposuction includes:

• A patient who is already thin but has some disproportion in their inner thighs, outer thighs, flanks, hips or arms
• Patients with fat bulges in areas too small for regular liposuction such as the chin, bra rolls, elbows, calves and knees
• Adult patients with good skin elasticity
• Any male or female patient who is near their ideal weight and in good health
• People who only weigh around a hundred pounds

The following patients are NOT GOOD CANDIDATES for mini liposuction:

• Patients who are overweight or obese
• Patients who are not at a stable weight and those who are still tying to lose weight
• Patients with excess skin and fat on the area to be treated since liposuction does not remove skin
• Patients with uncontrolled diabetes or bleeding disorders

As with most liposuction operations, the objective is not to reduce weight, but to assist the body in achieving a goal that would be impossible to reach without surgery.

 

Before your Surgery

Although a micro liposuction operation is quicker and more convenient than traditional liposuction, you must still prepare for your surgery day. It is suggested that you:

• Getting medical testing as directed prior to your procedure.
• Stopping smoking entirely.
• Adjusting your medications according to his recommendations.
• Avoiding taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and certain herbal supplements.

Patients undergoing micro liposuction should avoid taking any of the drugs listed above for 10 days prior to surgery since they might enhance bleeding and bruising. You may be advised to take Compazine, an anti-nausea medication, with water on the day of your operation. For your comfort, you should also remove all jewelry and wear loose-fitting clothing. 

 

What is my first step with mini Liposuction?

Doctors will review your medical records, do a physical examination, and document any past cosmetic operations you have had done during this appointment. They will also record any drugs you are currently taking.

The doctor will show you our gallery of before and after photos to give you a better sense of the kind of outcomes you may expect from micro liposuction. In addition, the doctor may use modern 3D imaging to assist you connect your expectations with what is realistically attainable.

If you are interested in additional cosmetic treatments, such as laser therapy or skin care treatment, the consultation is also an excellent opportunity to discuss them with your doctor. Combining treatments often reduces downtime and expenses.

 

How is Mini Liposuction Performed?

Mini liposuction is done as an outpatient procedure with local anaesthetic. The surgical site will be demarcated, and tumescent fluid will be put into the treatment region. The fluid contains lidocaine, epinephrine, and saline. The lidocaine will numb the treatment region, preventing the patient from feeling any discomfort. The epinephrine constricts the blood vessels, reducing bleeding and bruising, while the saline expands the tissue, facilitating fat removal.

To place the cannula, the surgeon will make small pinpoint incisions through the skin. The surgeon will rotate the cannula back and forth in order to break up the fat cells that will be suctioned via the cannula's perforations. Because the patient is awake, they can roll over or adjust their body to allow the doctor to sculpt the region as if they were standing, sitting, or flexing. Sutures are usually not required since the incisions are so tiny. The wound, however, will be covered with surgical tape, skin adhesives, or bandages.

 

Mini Liposuction Results

Mini liposuction produces quick effects. Patients should expect to witness fat reduction and improved contouring of the treated region. Some of the outcomes may be obscured by swelling, which will go away on its own in approximately a month. Mini liposuction effects can take 3 to 6 months to show since it takes time for the skin to contract and any damaged fat that was not suctioned out to be naturally expelled from the body. The incision line may take up to a year to settle and vanish. Nonetheless, the scar is so little that it is hardly unnoticeable.

Because the fat that is suctioned away will never return, the benefits of micro liposuction are permanent. However, if regular nutrition and exercise are not followed, nearby fat cells might grow in size. To preserve the benefits, the patient should follow a healthy diet and exercise program.

 

Recovery and Downtime

Because the surgery is performed under local anesthetic, RECOVERY is substantially quicker. Patients can get up and walk quickly after the surgery, but they should have a friend or family member take them home because they may be sore. The treated region may be numb for the remainder of the day, reducing post-procedural pain. During the first few days, patients should expect mild pain, edema, and some bruising. To assist the skin contract and reduce swelling, a compression garment will be wrapped around the treatment region. For 10 to 14 days, this garment should be worn 24 hours a day.

While some patients take two or three days off for DOWNTIME, others return to work and mild activity the next day. There are no limitations on exercise or activities as long as the patient can do them comfortably.

 

Possible complications to Mini Liposuction

Diabetes, autoimmune illness, a proclivity to bleed or scar poorly, pregnancy, breastfeeding, active infection, cancer, psychological problems, severe heart, lung, kidney, or liver diseases are all risk factors. People who use anticoagulants should see their doctor and, if feasible, discontinue their medication three days before the procedure. Not suggested for those with weakened immune systems.

 

Side effects

Bruising is typical and goes away in 10 days; swelling goes away in 48 hours; loose skin and uneven surfaces take longer to heal and may take up to 2-3 months. By smoothing the lumpiness and tightening the skin, the treatment can assist in recuperation. In fact, it enhances the therapy for greater and faster outcomes.

 

Possible complications

Infection is uncommon and will need antibiotics; nerve or blood vessel injury is exceedingly rare; and numbness of the overlying skin is typical and resolves in a few weeks.

 

How much does mini liposuction cost?

The cost of liposuction varies depending on the size of the area(s), the number of office visits required, and the kind of anesthetic used. Patients should anticipate to pay as little as $2,000 for a single region of low-volume liposuction and as much as $16,000 for a more comprehensive, higher-volume liposuction surgery. Make careful not to make your final decision regarding your procedure just on the cost.

In an approved surgical center, a highly competent cosmetic surgeon will charge a reasonable fee to execute your chosen procedures safely and successfully. If you obtain a lower-than-average quote, the doctor may be taking shortcuts, increasing your risk of significant problems.

It should also be highlighted that while non-surgical fat-freezing solutions may appear to be less expensive at first glance, three or more treatments may be necessary to get your desired results. Results from each fat-freezing treatment also take months to materialize.

 

What is Mini Liposuction in Korea?

The primary idea behind any type of liposuction is to eliminate unwanted and stationary fat from the body. This is accomplished with the use of a tube and resulting in a smaller figure. The tube is placed through a tiny incision in the body to remove fat from the desired area.

This is a less intrusive and safer way to remove excess fat from beneath the skin. It is safer since only a limited region of fat reduction is addressed. The incision is also smaller, as is the tube utilized. This lowers the possibility of long-term negative effects, and the rapid recovery time makes it safer. Mini liposuction in Korea, as opposed to addressing the entire area, only targets the smaller areas and eliminates fat from particular parts.

To eliminate the fat, a suction kind of fat bleach injection is employed. This injection dissolved the fat slowly, allowing it to be sucked out using a tube. This reduces the number of bothersome additional flaps. Because micro liposuction is a less invasive surgery, it requires less recovery time and causes less discomfort.

Mini liposuction is a technique that uses a modest kind of local anesthetic to target specific and smaller regions of undesirable fat. Unwanted fat is removed from the body while under local anesthetic. This micro-level contouring and liposuction procedure can drastically enhance the look of one or more problem areas on the body.

 

Why is Mini Liposuction better than the Traditional Liposuction?

One key concern with conventional liposuction procedures was the targeted region. Liposuction couldn't remove a tiny amount of fat from the body; it had to target a greater region in order to access a smaller one.

Mini liposuction allows for the targeting and treatment of previously inaccessible areas. Furthermore, the cannula used in classical liposuction is extremely big. The cannula used in micro liposuction is tiny, allowing for a faster recovery period while maintaining optimum comfort.

Because the cannula used is substantially smaller, it can easily reach tiny locations and remove fat. Furthermore, healing time is reduced, and bruising is minimized. This approach was developed to provide consumers who did not want to go through the considerable trouble of standard liposuction with quick and painless results.

Furthermore, small liposuction is less expensive, more inexpensive, and less expensive than typical procedures of fat removal and liposuction. It is less intrusive, quicker, less costly, and produces effects in a matter of hours. In the majority of situations, recuperation time is only a few hours.

 

A frequently asked questions

What does Liposuction Remove?

Liposuction is a technique that eliminates adipose tissue, sometimes known as fat, from various parts of the body, including the belly, hips, upper arms, and buttocks.

 

How can I get rid of Stubborn Fat?

If a balanced diet and regular exercise have failed to reduce fat in certain parts of your body, liposuction can be an excellent answer. A licensed plastic surgeon can customize a liposuction surgery to meet your specific requirements.

 

How is a Mini Liposuction procedure different from regular Liposuction?

Whereas traditional liposuction eliminates huge amounts of fat from a specific location, mini liposuction, also known as small-volume liposuction, targets tiny areas of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.

 

Does Liposuction Permanently remove fat?

Yes! During a liposuction operation, doctors utilize a cannula or tiny tube, and an aspirator (suction device) to permanently remove fat.

 

Conclusion 

Mini liposuction is a minimally invasive technique performed by cosmetic surgeons to treat patients who are near to their ideal weight and body shape but still have one or two small pockets of stubborn fat that refuses to go away despite exercise and nutrition. In terms of incisions and fat extraction, mini liposuction is equivalent to traditional liposuction. However, the procedure is substantially shorter and may be completed in a matter of minutes under local anesthetic. Because the target region is smaller, mini liposuction employs a much thinner cannula to remove fat. As a result, patients should expect less bruising and a quicker recovery period.