Liposuction is also known as lipoplasty, liposculpture. It is a cosmetic surgery operation that removes fat from different sites of the body. The popular areas of treatment are the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, chin and backs of arms. Some of these areas are commonly referred to as love handles, saddle bags or bingo wings.

Liposuction is not a method to lose weight or an alternative to diet and exercises. It should be regarded as a form of body contouring, which sculpts the body to the desired look.

The amount of fat removed varies depended on the method used. Currently there is traditional liposuction surgery and a plethora of other techniques utilising different technologies from ultrasound to laser technology.

The ideal candidates for liposuction surgery should be:

• Over 18 .
• Be in good health, free from heart disease, lung disease, circulatory problems as they are considered to be relative contra- indications to having liposuction surgery due to the associated greater risk.
• They should have localized fat deposits that cannot be removed by diet or exercise

• They wish to gain a more aesthetic pleasing body shape after liposuction surgery.
• They should also have realistic expectations.
• Individuals that have struggled with their weight in problem areas for some time. Liposuction surgery may be the necessary impetus that they need to get in control of their weight and diet. The body will not replace the fat cells removed by liposuction, so a long-lasting change in body shape can be maintained by regular exercise and a healthy diet.
• Younger people with firm elastic skin tend to have better results with liposuction surgery as older skin lends to be less elastic so does not tighten so readily around the new shape.
• Liposuction surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia with its associated risks especially for individuals with medical problems such as diabetes, heart and lung disease or circulatory problems.
• Selston cosmetics clinic offers VASER liposuction procedures are performed under local (tumescent) anesthesia which has less risk.

In our experience a change on the outside can give the impetus for change to begin on the inside be it more confidence, self esteem or a positive attitude to living life. You are never too young, never too old to be beautiful!!!