The most satisfied liposuction surgery patients are those who are thoroughly informed before undergoing surgery. To help you achieve the best, longest-lasting results, Dr. Pugash of Vancouver Cosmetic Surgery offers this list of do’s and don’ts you need to know before your surgery.

Do’s

• Do your research. Research the procedure as well as your potential surgeon and their surgical technique. Be sure to choose a plastic surgeon who is board certified by The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and has extensive experience performing liposuction surgery. Make a list of questions to ask your plastic surgeon during your pre-operative consultation.
• Do maintain a healthy weight before and after surgery. Ideal candidates for liposuction are within 30 percent (approximately 9 kilograms) of their ideal weight, have firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone. For the best results, your weight should be stable before and after surgery; weight fluctuations can alter your liposuction results. If you are planning on losing or gaining a large amount of weight (such as through pregnancy), you should not undergo liposuction at the moment.
• Do follow all pre-op and post-op instructions. To ensure a safe recovery and long lasting results, Dr. Pugash will give you several instructions to follow before and after surgery. For example, you will be asked to avoid your daily routine activities, such as work or school, for the first few days after surgery. You will also need to wear a liposuction compression garment for about a month following surgery. Not following directions can lead to complications or alter your liposuction results.
• Do have realistic expectations. While liposuction can improve your figure, there are certain limits to the procedure. After surgery, you will have to maintain your weight through healthy eating and exercise to keep your post-surgery figure. Liposuction does not improve cellulite. Be sure to discuss all of your expectations with Dr. Pugash before your surgery.