Liposuction: Orlando, Know the Potential Risks

As with any cosmetic procedure, major or minor, lipo comes with its own set of potential complications. While most are far from life-threatening, our potential Orlando, Maitland, and Winter Park liposuction patients need to be aware that there are some risks associated with the procedure. The most common liposuction complications, listed below, are relatively benign:

• Swelling and/or fluid retention - may require drainage and/or compression
• Loss of fluid - severe cases are rare, but can lead to shock
• Blood clots or bleeding
• Burns, bruising or scars - may take some extra time to heal
• Nerve or organ damage - caused by the wand; choosing a skilled Orlando liposuction surgeon will reduce the risk
• Anesthesia, other medication allergies - rarely, a patient experiences a reaction to medication used in the procedure

Serious complications are few and far between; however, minor ones are more common. Your physician should speak frankly to you about all the risks of traditional liposuction. Orlando, Florida, practioner Dr. John W. van Wert will happily explain all the potential complications as well as things you can do before and after the procedure to reduce risk, and alternatives to traditional lipo.

To minimize bleeding, swelling and bruising, consider the new Vaser LipoSelection procedure available at Cascades MedSpa. This ultrasonic technique reduces many of the common risks associated with traditional methods Orlando liposuction providers are currently using. This technique reduces trauma to blood vessels and connective tissues, causing fewer unsightly bruises and disconcerting numbness.