Most people undergoing a cosmetic procedure can’t wait to see how much better they’ll look afterward. It’s only natural to be excited. After all, you’ve probably been waiting a long time to achieve your perfect figure. However, when it comes to arm liposuction results, it’s important to note you may not see them right away. Some people are upset immediately following their surgery as they can’t see any difference. Yet, you can rest assured that the lack of results will only be temporary.
Lipo is a procedure that removes excess fat cells from the body. However, the results aren’t always visible immediately. You’ll need to be patient after surgery since your body will need some time to heal. This is the case with any type of surgery. It’s important, though, not to feel despondent or disappointed if your arms look no thinner right after your procedure. If you know what you can expect, you’ll have the right attitude about your surgery. So read on to find out more about the reality of the outcome of arm lipo.
An Immediate Result
Liposuction is not as invasive as many other procedures. However, it is still a form of surgery. Therefore, there’ll be some recovery downtime required afterward. Still, you will probably notice some differences immediately after the procedure. When a skilled surgeon carries out arm liposuction, he or she will remove enough fat that you will notice it immediately. Be aware, though, that this immediate reduction will probably disappear rapidly.
There will be swelling after liposuction, and, in some cases, this may be quite dramatic. If you have bad swelling, it may conceal the result for some time. If you noticed a reduction in your arm size, then it seemed to return to its old size, don’t worry. It doesn’t mean that anything has gone wrong with the procedure. It just means that you will have swollen arms after surgery. This swelling can remain for some time. Once this swelling subsides, you will see the outcome.
How Long Must I Wait?
It could take as long as 12 months after your procedure to see the final results of your lipo. Some people will see major improvements within three to six months. Others will continue to see further improvements over the months to come. So, you shouldn’t panic if you do not immediately see the results you expected.
Maximizing Your Results
Of course, you’ll want to get the best result possible from your arm lipo. There are several things you can do to maximize the outcome.
- Always wear your compression garment. Your surgeon will have given you recommendations about how much and how long to wear it. Follow his or her instructions carefully.
- Avoid strenuous exercises until your surgeon tells you that you can start them again.
- Don’t remain too sedentary after surgery. Take regular walks and perform light exercise to return to normal more rapidly.
Once you can see the result of your lipo, you’ll still need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eat healthily and stick to an exercise routine to ensure your arms stay looking their best.
Will I Need More Surgery on My Arms in The Future?
Arm lipo removes the excess fat cells from your arms permanently. However, that doesn’t mean that you’ll never need more surgery. In some cases, you may develop loose, sagging skin as you age. You may, therefore, require another procedure in the future. Artistic Lipo and Plastic Surgery can help you with all your arm surgery needs. As experts in the industry, you can depend on us to produce the best possible arm liposuction results.
Dr. Thomas Su, is the owner and cosmetic surgeon of Artistic Lipo. He has led our full-time clinic specializing in awake-only liposuction since 2007. Dr. Su began his medical career in internal medicine, practicing that until 2005, when he began to provide a full spectrum of non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
