Liposuction is the second most popular plastic surgery procedure. It is estimated that over 200,000 people had liposuction performed in 2010. Due to the popularity of liposuction, many are in search of cheap liposuction. However, there is a difference between cheap lipo and affordable lipo. Sometimes what is cheap upfront can cost more than most are willing to pay in the long run.

Cheap Liposuction Can Be Expensive Later

Often, in an effort to find inexpensive liposuction, potential patients will search outside the US. Stories abound of affordable liposuction performed by surgeons abroad. Many people looking for a quick fix reason they will take a vacation and get cheap lipo at the same time. Liposuction in the US, performed by a board certified surgeon, starts at around $2,000 for an abdominal procedure. It can cost a little more than half that in some countries, making patients think it is more affordable.

This affordable lipo can quickly turn into expensive lipo, as they pay to have botched surgery procedures repaired. Doctors outside the US are not required to be board certified. In fact, even within the US, any doctor holding a medical degree can legally declare that he or she is a plastic surgeon. The cost of doing business with a doctor who is not board certified in plastic surgery can be catastrophic.

Cheap lipo can result in

1. Scarring on the abdomen that is unsightly and painful.
2. Depressions in the skin that are the result of an uneven liposuction procedure.
3. Disfigurement caused by excessive liposuction.
4. Liposuction that is not noticeable.
5. Infection that could eventually lead to death.

What to Consider When Searching for Affordable Liposuction Abroad

As mentioned above, many people look abroad in an attempt to save money on liposuction. Again, this could prove to be more costly in the long run. There are hidden costs to consider:
1. The price of travel to the foreign country.
2. The price of food and lodging while abroad.
3. What happens if something goes wrong?

While some health insurance companies in the US will cover a portion of the fees for cosmetic surgery in the US, they will not cover the cost of surgery performed abroad. Not all countries have the same standards when it comes to issuing a medical license. And what happens if something goes wrong with the procedure and it leads to disfigurement or death?

In addition, some of the more popular countries for seeking cheap liposuction, such as Poland, India, Thailand and countries in South America, are often in political upheaval. You could very well enter a country and find it difficult to leave.

Inexpensive Liposuction in the US

When searching for affordable lipo in the US, first ensure the surgeon is board certified. Then, do your research. Are the affordable fees you see the fees for the entire surgery or are they simply the fee charged by the surgeon? Often, the quote given by the surgeon does not include the anesthesiologist fee, the follow-up fees and many other fees required in surgery. Do not rely on a telephone quote. Have an initial consultation and get a quote in writing. Check to ensure your surgeon has the experience and knowledge necessary to perform your liposuction.

What if I Have More Questions on Affordable Liposuction?

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