About two weeks

Under most circumstances, when liposuction is an outpatient procedure, recovery is usually quick. Most people can return to work within a few days and to normal activities within about two weeks. You should expect bruising, swelling and soreness for a least a few weeks.

Liposuction permanently removes fat cells, altering the shape of the body. However, if the patient does not lead a healthy lifestyle after the operation, there is a risk that the remaining fat cells will grow bigger. The amount of fat that can be safely removed is limited.

Final results usually take between 6-12 months, but most patients see the beginning of results within one month. Usually by 3 weeks much of the swelling is down and most patients are looking better than before the surgery and are able to wear a swimsuit and go on vacation.

• Wear Your Compression Garment. After liposuction, your body’s natural response is to fill the treated area with fluid.
• Maintain a Healthy Diet. Right after the procedure, it is important to drink plenty of liquids to stay well hydrated.
• Exercise

Liposuction in NO way is a weight loss procedure. In fact, liposuction is for patients who are at their IDEAL body weight; however, have resistant localized deep fat deposits and they have unsuccessfully attempted exercise and diet. Liposuction does NOT help you lose weight. If anything, it is a body sculpting tool.