Liposuction

What can I expect after surgery?

Recovery time

You will feel tired and sore for 3-7 days following your surgery. Some bruising and soreness is expected for up to 3 weeks post-surgery. You may be expected to stay in the hospital over night and depending on the extent of surgery may need to stay two nights. You will wake up with foam dressings covered by compression garments that must not be removed for 2-3days following surgery. Then you may shower and replace compression garments that must be worn 2-3 weeks day/night and 2-3 weeks at night. The foam dressing will be removed at 4 days but you may have to wear longer if at your surgeon's request.

You will be able to return to work in approximately 7 to 10 days and can resume all exercise in 3 weeks. You must not do any aerobic workouts or increase your heart rate above 100 beats per minute for 3 weeks. Walking may begin the same day of surgery but the length of walking will depend on the extent of your surgery. It usually tales about 4 months for patients to see the final result once al the swelling has subsided nd the skin retraction has occurred.

When are the sutures removed?

Sutures are dissolvable and do not need to be removed

How many visits do I have after surgery?

You will return at about 5 days after surgery. Then you will return for a physician visit at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and a year.

Am I a good candidate?

This will be determined at your first visit with Dr. Adams. If you are within 15-20 pounds of your optimal body weight and in good health you could be considered a good candidate for this procedure.

How do I pay for surgery?

The surgery costs are discussed with you following your visit with Dr. Adams. You will be given an estimate for the surgeon's, hospital, and anesthesia fees. For your convenience the fees will be paid in one sum prior to your surgery, at least two weeks in advance. Checks, money orders, cash, and credit cards can be used for payment. Financing is available. A $500 deposit will reserve a specific time and date for your surgery.

What does the surgery cost?

If this an insurance surgery, you will be responsible for paying your deductible, co-pay and percentage you are responsible for before your surgery.

Are there scars?

Yes. Whenever surgery is performed on your body a scar will result. The incisions are placed to make the scar the least noticeable and are usually 3-4mm in length. Your surgeon will discuss the placement of your incisions during your first visit.

Does it hurt?

(1) You will have plenty of pain medications for discomfort after surgery. Please tell us of all your drug allergies. Some pain medication may cause nausea this should not be considered an allergy. All pain medication will cause drowsiness and therefore you should not drive yourself and or operate equipment.

(2) An antibiotic is used for only a few days after your surgery.

(3) Sometimes following surgery to help decrease swelling your surgeon may prescribe Medrol dose-pack.

Will I be awake during surgery?

Your surgery is best done under general anesthesia for control of pain and nausea if they develop post surgery. You will be entirely asleep for the surgery.

Where is the surgery performed?

Your surgery is performed in a hospital surgery center. Depending on the extent of your surgery done you will be required to stay over night or go home.

Are medical photographs taken?

Photographs are taken after your first visit for Dr. Adams ,and then after your surgery at about 3 months. Medical photographs are essential to help Dr. Adams assess your fat deposits to assist in planning your surgery.

What medications should I avoid?

You should avoid or be off all diet or over the counter weight medications. The only homeopathic medications are those recommended by Dr. Adams. It is especially important to be off St. John's Wort and Ginseng, which can cause adverse effects during anesthesia. Please stop taking all aspirin-like products, Advil, and ibuprofen as these medications can cause bleeding problems. Please tell Dr. Adams what medications you are on (prescription or non-prescription) to ensure the safety of any surgery.

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