At American Surgical Arts in Mullica Hill, New Jersey, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Sean Bidic and Dr. Vinay Gundlapalli will help you understand how to maintain results long-term in your consultation.
How Weight Gain Can Impact Your Liposuction Results
Liposuction removes fat cells from specific areas of the body, which means those areas will have fewer fat cells than before. However, the remaining fat cells can still expand if you gain weight.
A small amount of weight gain, such as five to ten pounds, may not cause a noticeable difference in your body shape. However, gaining a significant amount of weight will likely have an impact. Here’s what you could expect to happen:
- Treated areas may still store some fat. While fat cells are removed, the ones left behind can expand with weight gain.
- Untreated areas may appear more affected. Since the number of fat cells is lower in treated areas, fat may accumulate in other parts of the body instead.
- Results may become less defined. Larger amounts of weight gain will make it harder to maintain the new contours that liposuction gave you.
Tips for Making Your Liposuction Results Last
Maintaining a stable weight is the key to keeping your liposuction results over time. These habits can help:
- Eat balanced meals: Stick to regular meal times and focus on lean proteins, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats.
- Limit liquid calories: Avoid sugary drinks and high-calorie beverages. Water, herbal tea, or black coffee are better choices.
- Stay active: Do strength training and cardio to tone your muscles and burn fat.
- Prioritize sleep: Try to get seven to nine hours per night to support your metabolism and control cravings.
- Manage stress: Relaxing activities like yoga or meditation can help with emotional eating and hormone-related weight gain.
- Monitor weight: Weigh yourself weekly to catch small changes before they become significant.
Talk to an Experienced Plastic Surgeon
Liposuction removes fat cells permanently, but your long-term results depend on following a healthy lifestyle. If you have questions about liposuction or want to learn more about body contouring options, call 856-362-8898 to book a consultation with Dr. Bidic or Dr. Gundlapalli at American Surgical Arts in Mullica Hill, NJ.