How much does liposuction cost in Dublin?
Most people pay €2,200 to €7,000: €2,200 to €4,500 for one area, €3,000 to €7,000 for two, €3,500 to €7,000 for three or more.
Is liposuction weight loss?
Liposuction is not a weight-loss treatment: it takes away stubborn pockets of fat at a steady weight. It won't shift cellulite or stretch marks, and it doesn't tighten loose skin.
Who will contact me?
One Dublin clinic, not five. We pass your enquiry to one clinic, and they contact you to arrange a consultation with a surgeon.
How do I check a Dublin surgeon?
Every doctor practising in Ireland must be registered with the Medical Council, and only a doctor with specialist registration can practise independently as a specialist. For liposuction, check for the Specialist Division entry in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery on the Medical Council's online register before you book.
How long off work?
About a week for a desk job for most people; longer for physical work.
Can I get the DART or Luas home?
Better not: book a lift. After a general anaesthetic an adult must drive you and stay with you for 24 hours.
Is liposuction cheaper outside Dublin?
Not much. Prices around Ireland sit in the same range; the setting and the surgeon matter more than the county.
Is vaser done awake in Dublin?
Often, yes, under local anaesthetic, sometimes with sedation. Larger operations use a general anaesthetic.
How long is chin lipo recovery?
Most people are back at work in about a week. The final shape shows over several months.
Is laser lipo in Dublin surgery?
Laser-assisted liposuction is. Non-surgical laser sessions aren't. Ask the provider which they mean.
Will arm lipo show scars in short sleeves?
The cuts are a few millimetres, near the elbow and in the armpit, and fade over months.
Will stomach lipo flatten my mummy tummy?
Only if it's fat. Loose skin and separated muscles need a tummy tuck, and physiotherapy first for the muscles.
Does thigh lipo help cellulite?
No, and it can make dimpling more noticeable.
Is gynaecomastia surgery covered by insurance?
Usually not when it's cosmetic. Check your own policy; your GP can advise if there's a medical cause.
Can I take the Luas home after lipo?
It's better not to. Book a lift: you'll be sore and padded, and after a general anaesthetic an adult needs to stay with you for 24 hours.
How many consultations should I have?
At least one face-to-face with the surgeon who will operate. Many people find a second one, after time to think, helps them decide.