Claimants say this technique facilitates the treatment in the skin area, giving better results without the risk of getting an undulated skin surface. Parker cites two reasons why liposuction is not designed for obese people. Obesity already places a strain on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and liposuction adds more stress. The procedure is meant for patients who are already at or near their ideal body weight and whose bulges fail to respond to sensible diet and exercise plans. Although liposuction is very safe and effective, it is a surgical procedure and can cause complications.
Most complications are uncommon and few are serious.
The recovery from liposuction varies with each individual and surgeon. Generally, a compression garment is worn for 2-4 weeks to help the body adjust to its new shape. Any sutures from the procedure are removed within seven days. Most people return to work within one to two weeks. Sports can sometimes be resumed as soon as two weeks.