Cosmetic Surgery-A Reality Check

The Limits of Liposuction

Liposuction is a quick way to remove fat. The doctor inserts a tube through a tiny incision and vacuums out the fat layer lying beneath the skin. The procedure is performed in the hospital or surgeon’s office, depending on the amount of fat to be removed, and can give you more shapely thighs, buttocks or belly. But studies show liposuction does not reduce the risk for heart disease or diabetes stemming from inner (versus outer) abdominal fat. “Liposuction is not a substitute for good nutrition and fitness,” says psychologist Mary Kaland. “It’s best used to fine-tune an already healthy body.”