Alright so I don’t agree with the sexism but considering it is a game and it isn’t a real person, these video game companies have made even me (a female) play some of these games and think “wow she really is attractive.” Okay so it’s a dumb thing to think I mean these are “characters” but still, it’s a pretty amazing feat to have people drooling over your cartoony self! On to the list, shall we?

Lara Croft - I fought the urge to put this one even on the list but, she is on so many other lists, I had to do it. Okay, we all know Lara’s story and I presume most of you are well-acquainted with the ever popular Tomb Raider video game series. However, there are some fascinating facts linked to this character, which some of you may not be aware of. Before Lara’s origination, Core Design had to come up with a fashionable lead role for their game and several ideas were thrown around. The purpose was to make a “real-time cinematic game” and to appeal to the ultramodern gamer. Although several might differ, Lara is still one of the sexiest video game heroines ever created!

Rayne - aka BloodRayne - In addition to having a killer physical structure, BloodRayne is known for her cutthroat and predatory nature. She was born after her mom was assaulted by her vampire father (which would account for her predatory). Rayne treats some of her foes brutally and without mercy. Sometimes she envelops her legs around them and sinks her teeth into their necks to feast on their blood.

Farah - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time - When Ubisoft renewed the Prince of Persia character with Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, a new hot icon was born - a nimble young lady, named Farah. This extremely attractive maidenly specimen is the Maharajah’s daughter and often assists the Prince in his death-defying travels. Whenever he’s stuck some place, Farah is usually there to provide a solution.

Joanna Dark (Perfect Dark Series) - Joanna Dark is the legendary protagonist of the Perfect Dark video game franchise formulated by Rare. In the games, Dark acts as an elite group mercenary who specializes in industrialized espionage. She is working for the Carrington Institute, where she is given the code name “Perfect Dark” in honor of her flawless performance in conditioning trials. Her real name is derived from Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc).

Alice from Resident Evil - A virus has escaped in a classified facility called “The Hive,” turning the faculty into ravenous zombies and releasing the mutated Lab “Animals” that they were studying. The complex computer shuts down the base to prevent transmission. The parent corporation sends in elite armed services unit, where they encounter Alice, who is suffering from amnesia due to exposure to nerve gas. The military team must shut down the computing device and get out, contending past zombies, mutants, and the computer itself, before the virus escapes and infects the rest of the world. Alice must also come to terms with her slowly-returning memories.

Lightning from Final Fantasy - Character designer Tetsuya Nomura was asked to produce a “female version of Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII”. During development, he has described her as “not very feminine”. Lightning is a young woman with strawberry-blond hair. She is given an anonymous task by a Crystal. Lightning wields a gun-sword, which can also manipulate gravitation. Lightning is only a codename and her real given name was said to be revealed somewhere with the game’s plot. There is a speculation that it might depend on what the player will name her.

Shahdee (Prince of Persia: The Warrior Within) - is a subordinate of the Empress of Time, appearing scantily dressed with a black, short haircut. She is charged with the duty of seeing that the Prince does not attain the Island of Time. Shahdee departs with the cognition that the Empress will kill her if she fails in this duty, demonstrating that she’ll do everything in her power to ensure the Prince does not make his destination.

Kasumi - also known as “the Kunoichi of Destiny”, is a female ninja skilled in the Mugen Tenshin Style of Ninjutsu. She was to become the 18th Master of the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan, but ran away in order to enter the Dead or Alive tournament. There, she hoped to defeat Raidou, the man responsible for crippling her brother Hayate. By leaving the secretive ninja clan, she became a nukenin (runaway shinobi). This means that she must live on the run from her former comrades every day as they seek to silence the “traitorous” Kasumi. Eventually, Kasumi kills Raidou and wins the tournament. She also plays on DOA 2, 3, 4, Volleyball, and DOA Xtreme 2!

Rikku from Final Fantasy - is a playable character in the PlayStation 2 games Final Fantasy X and most notably in Final Fantasy X-2. She is a lively, kind-hearted young Al Bhed girl with blond hair and spiral-shaped pupils instead of the ordinary “dots” - features that all Al Bhed share - and is highly skilled in mechanics, alchemy and thievery. She is the daughter of Al Bhed leader Cid, the younger sister of Brother, and younger cousin of Yuna, whom she calls “Yunie”. She speaks English fluently, is mechanically-minded, makes eccentric gestures, and has a tendency to use humor in tense situations.

Jill Valentine from Resident Evil - She first appears as one of two playable protagonists in the original Resident Evil. Along with Chris Redfield, she is a member of STARS’ Alpha team, deployed to the Arklay Mountains. Alpha team is attacked by several undead dogs, and retreats to the Arklay Research Facility. Jill initially works with Barry Burton, as they inspect the mansion and discover its undead residents.

This author is a HUGE fan of sonic games

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This author is a HUGE fan of Fenix Flashlights

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Alright so I don’t agree with the sexism but considering it is a game and it isn’t a real person, these video game companies have made even me (a female) play some of these games and think “wow she really is attractive.” Okay so it’s a dumb thing to think I mean these are “characters” but still, it’s a pretty amazing feat to have people drooling over your cartoony self! On to the list, shall we?

Lara Croft - I fought the urge to put this one even on the list but, she is on so many other lists, I had to do it. Okay, we all know Lara’s story and I presume most of you are well-acquainted with the ever popular Tomb Raider video game series. However, there are some fascinating facts linked to this character, which some of you may not be aware of. Before Lara’s origination, Core Design had to come up with a fashionable lead role for their game and several ideas were thrown around. The purpose was to make a “real-time cinematic game” and to appeal to the ultramodern gamer. Although several might differ, Lara is still one of the sexiest video game heroines ever created!

Rayne - aka BloodRayne - In addition to having a killer physical structure, BloodRayne is known for her cutthroat and predatory nature. She was born after her mom was assaulted by her vampire father (which would account for her predatory). Rayne treats some of her foes brutally and without mercy. Sometimes she envelops her legs around them and sinks her teeth into their necks to feast on their blood.

Farah - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time - When Ubisoft renewed the Prince of Persia character with Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, a new hot icon was born - a nimble young lady, named Farah. This extremely attractive maidenly specimen is the Maharajah’s daughter and often assists the Prince in his death-defying travels. Whenever he’s stuck some place, Farah is usually there to provide a solution.

Joanna Dark (Perfect Dark Series) - Joanna Dark is the legendary protagonist of the Perfect Dark video game franchise formulated by Rare. In the games, Dark acts as an elite group mercenary who specializes in industrialized espionage. She is working for the Carrington Institute, where she is given the code name “Perfect Dark” in honor of her flawless performance in conditioning trials. Her real name is derived from Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc).

Alice from Resident Evil - A virus has escaped in a classified facility called “The Hive,” turning the faculty into ravenous zombies and releasing the mutated Lab “Animals” that they were studying. The complex computer shuts down the base to prevent transmission. The parent corporation sends in elite armed services unit, where they encounter Alice, who is suffering from amnesia due to exposure to nerve gas. The military team must shut down the computing device and get out, contending past zombies, mutants, and the computer itself, before the virus escapes and infects the rest of the world. Alice must also come to terms with her slowly-returning memories.

Lightning from Final Fantasy - Character designer Tetsuya Nomura was asked to produce a “female version of Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII”. During development, he has described her as “not very feminine”. Lightning is a young woman with strawberry-blond hair. She is given an anonymous task by a Crystal. Lightning wields a gun-sword, which can also manipulate gravitation. Lightning is only a codename and her real given name was said to be revealed somewhere with the game’s plot. There is a speculation that it might depend on what the player will name her.

Shahdee (Prince of Persia: The Warrior Within) - is a subordinate of the Empress of Time, appearing scantily dressed with a black, short haircut. She is charged with the duty of seeing that the Prince does not attain the Island of Time. Shahdee departs with the cognition that the Empress will kill her if she fails in this duty, demonstrating that she’ll do everything in her power to ensure the Prince does not make his destination.

Kasumi - also known as “the Kunoichi of Destiny”, is a female ninja skilled in the Mugen Tenshin Style of Ninjutsu. She was to become the 18th Master of the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan, but ran away in order to enter the Dead or Alive tournament. There, she hoped to defeat Raidou, the man responsible for crippling her brother Hayate. By leaving the secretive ninja clan, she became a nukenin (runaway shinobi). This means that she must live on the run from her former comrades every day as they seek to silence the “traitorous” Kasumi. Eventually, Kasumi kills Raidou and wins the tournament. She also plays on DOA 2, 3, 4, Volleyball, and DOA Xtreme 2!

Rikku from Final Fantasy - is a playable character in the PlayStation 2 games Final Fantasy X and most notably in Final Fantasy X-2. She is a lively, kind-hearted young Al Bhed girl with blond hair and spiral-shaped pupils instead of the ordinary “dots” - features that all Al Bhed share - and is highly skilled in mechanics, alchemy and thievery. She is the daughter of Al Bhed leader Cid, the younger sister of Brother, and younger cousin of Yuna, whom she calls “Yunie”. She speaks English fluently, is mechanically-minded, makes eccentric gestures, and has a tendency to use humor in tense situations.

Jill Valentine from Resident Evil - She first appears as one of two playable protagonists in the original Resident Evil. Along with Chris Redfield, she is a member of STARS’ Alpha team, deployed to the Arklay Mountains. Alpha team is attacked by several undead dogs, and retreats to the Arklay Research Facility. Jill initially works with Barry Burton, as they inspect the mansion and discover its undead residents.

This author is a HUGE fan of sonic games

How does it work?

The radiofrequency (RF) energy uniformly heats the dermis while cooling and protecting the epidermis. It is designed to cause immediate collagen contraction followed by new collagen production which occurs over a period of time. The Thermage procedure is the only non-invasive method to tighten loose skin.

What does this procedure feel like?

Each time a treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. An anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help make the treatment more comfortable. Your physician may offer additional measures to increase your comfort.

How long will the procedure take?

Depending on the size of the area treated, the thermage procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Your physician may require that you arrive an hour before your procedure for administration of an anesthetic cream. This patient had her forehead skin treated in about 25 minutes. Note the change in the appearance of her eyes.

When can I return to my normal activities?

You may return to your normal activities immediately, as there is usually no “downtime”. Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.

When will I see results?

In most patients, results appear gradually over 2-6 months, although some patients see an earlier response.

How many treatments will I need?

A single thermage treatment has produced good results in a significant number of patients. However, your doctor will assess the number and frequency of treatments required to achieve optimal results for your skin.

How long will the effects of the procedure last?

Recently published studies show that improvements continue for at least six months after a single treatment session. Other studies show that thermal collagen changes can last several years, depending on the rate of the aging process.

How safe is it?

The procedure is very safe. Although it is possible that skin damage can occur, this advanced treatment has been studied carefully in hundreds of patients with minimal reports of lasting adverse effects. Contact your plastic surgeon today to learn more about getting thermage.

Dave Stringham writes about board certified plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California. All aspects of plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery. Find other plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California.

Alright so I don’t agree with the sexism but considering it is a game and it isn’t a real person, these video game companies have made even me (a female) play some of these games and think “wow she really is attractive.” Okay so it’s a dumb thing to think I mean these are “characters” but still, it’s a pretty amazing feat to have people drooling over your cartoony self! On to the list, shall we?

Lara Croft - I fought the urge to put this one even on the list but, she is on so many other lists, I had to do it. Okay, we all know Lara’s story and I presume most of you are well-acquainted with the ever popular Tomb Raider video game series. However, there are some fascinating facts linked to this character, which some of you may not be aware of. Before Lara’s origination, Core Design had to come up with a fashionable lead role for their game and several ideas were thrown around. The purpose was to make a “real-time cinematic game” and to appeal to the ultramodern gamer. Although several might differ, Lara is still one of the sexiest video game heroines ever created!

Rayne - aka BloodRayne - In addition to having a killer physical structure, BloodRayne is known for her cutthroat and predatory nature. She was born after her mom was assaulted by her vampire father (which would account for her predatory). Rayne treats some of her foes brutally and without mercy. Sometimes she envelops her legs around them and sinks her teeth into their necks to feast on their blood.

Farah - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time - When Ubisoft renewed the Prince of Persia character with Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, a new hot icon was born - a nimble young lady, named Farah. This extremely attractive maidenly specimen is the Maharajah’s daughter and often assists the Prince in his death-defying travels. Whenever he’s stuck some place, Farah is usually there to provide a solution.

Joanna Dark (Perfect Dark Series) - Joanna Dark is the legendary protagonist of the Perfect Dark video game franchise formulated by Rare. In the games, Dark acts as an elite group mercenary who specializes in industrialized espionage. She is working for the Carrington Institute, where she is given the code name “Perfect Dark” in honor of her flawless performance in conditioning trials. Her real name is derived from Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc).

Alice from Resident Evil - A virus has escaped in a classified facility called “The Hive,” turning the faculty into ravenous zombies and releasing the mutated Lab “Animals” that they were studying. The complex computer shuts down the base to prevent transmission. The parent corporation sends in elite armed services unit, where they encounter Alice, who is suffering from amnesia due to exposure to nerve gas. The military team must shut down the computing device and get out, contending past zombies, mutants, and the computer itself, before the virus escapes and infects the rest of the world. Alice must also come to terms with her slowly-returning memories.

Lightning from Final Fantasy - Character designer Tetsuya Nomura was asked to produce a “female version of Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII”. During development, he has described her as “not very feminine”. Lightning is a young woman with strawberry-blond hair. She is given an anonymous task by a Crystal. Lightning wields a gun-sword, which can also manipulate gravitation. Lightning is only a codename and her real given name was said to be revealed somewhere with the game’s plot. There is a speculation that it might depend on what the player will name her.

Shahdee (Prince of Persia: The Warrior Within) - is a subordinate of the Empress of Time, appearing scantily dressed with a black, short haircut. She is charged with the duty of seeing that the Prince does not attain the Island of Time. Shahdee departs with the cognition that the Empress will kill her if she fails in this duty, demonstrating that she’ll do everything in her power to ensure the Prince does not make his destination.

Kasumi - also known as “the Kunoichi of Destiny”, is a female ninja skilled in the Mugen Tenshin Style of Ninjutsu. She was to become the 18th Master of the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan, but ran away in order to enter the Dead or Alive tournament. There, she hoped to defeat Raidou, the man responsible for crippling her brother Hayate. By leaving the secretive ninja clan, she became a nukenin (runaway shinobi). This means that she must live on the run from her former comrades every day as they seek to silence the “traitorous” Kasumi. Eventually, Kasumi kills Raidou and wins the tournament. She also plays on DOA 2, 3, 4, Volleyball, and DOA Xtreme 2!

Rikku from Final Fantasy - is a playable character in the PlayStation 2 games Final Fantasy X and most notably in Final Fantasy X-2. She is a lively, kind-hearted young Al Bhed girl with blond hair and spiral-shaped pupils instead of the ordinary “dots” - features that all Al Bhed share - and is highly skilled in mechanics, alchemy and thievery. She is the daughter of Al Bhed leader Cid, the younger sister of Brother, and younger cousin of Yuna, whom she calls “Yunie”. She speaks English fluently, is mechanically-minded, makes eccentric gestures, and has a tendency to use humor in tense situations.

Jill Valentine from Resident Evil - She first appears as one of two playable protagonists in the original Resident Evil. Along with Chris Redfield, she is a member of STARS’ Alpha team, deployed to the Arklay Mountains. Alpha team is attacked by several undead dogs, and retreats to the Arklay Research Facility. Jill initially works with Barry Burton, as they inspect the mansion and discover its undead residents.

This author is a HUGE fan of sonic games

How does it work?

The radiofrequency (RF) energy uniformly heats the dermis while cooling and protecting the epidermis. It is designed to cause immediate collagen contraction followed by new collagen production which occurs over a period of time. The Thermage procedure is the only non-invasive method to tighten loose skin.

What does this procedure feel like?

Each time a treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. An anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help make the treatment more comfortable. Your physician may offer additional measures to increase your comfort.

How long will the procedure take?

Depending on the size of the area treated, the thermage procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Your physician may require that you arrive an hour before your procedure for administration of an anesthetic cream. This patient had her forehead skin treated in about 25 minutes. Note the change in the appearance of her eyes.

When can I return to my normal activities?

You may return to your normal activities immediately, as there is usually no “downtime”. Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.

When will I see results?

In most patients, results appear gradually over 2-6 months, although some patients see an earlier response.

How many treatments will I need?

A single thermage treatment has produced good results in a significant number of patients. However, your doctor will assess the number and frequency of treatments required to achieve optimal results for your skin.

How long will the effects of the procedure last?

Recently published studies show that improvements continue for at least six months after a single treatment session. Other studies show that thermal collagen changes can last several years, depending on the rate of the aging process.

How safe is it?

The procedure is very safe. Although it is possible that skin damage can occur, this advanced treatment has been studied carefully in hundreds of patients with minimal reports of lasting adverse effects. Contact your plastic surgeon today to learn more about getting thermage.

Dave Stringham writes about board certified plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California. All aspects of plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery. Find other plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California.

Liposuction is most successful in people with good skin tone who have fatty deposits. It is not a treatment for obesity. If weight gain occurs following liposuction, the fat will be deposited in areas that have not been treated. The procedure can be repeated, if necessary. To maintain the safety of the liposuction procedure, there is a limit on how much can be done at one time.

A variety of factors can affect the results: Physical condition, genetic makeup, diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol intake, and skin elasticity.

Body contours made irregular by fat can be improved by this procedure; it cannot correct contours that are irregular for other reasons, such as muscle weakness or hernia. However, combined with other procedures, liposuction can correct these other deformities with good results. Schedule a consultation with your plastic surgeon to learn more about liposuction.

The Procedure

Liposuction is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis in a hospital or surgical center. The surgeon makes small (less than 1/2 inch), discreet incisions in the areas to be treated. A cannula is inserted in a small incision and attached to a suction machine. The procedure may take an hour or more, depending on how many areas are involved.

Recovery

Recovery from liposuction is relatively easy. Expect a fair amount of swelling and bruising in the following two weeks. You will wear special garments provided to apply pressure, minimize swelling and provide support while healing. These garments also assist in retraction of the skin. Stitches will be removed in a week to ten days. You can learn more during your consultation about liposuction.

Results are recognizable almost immediately and will continue to improve as swelling subsides. The day after surgery you should be up and walking around. Increase your activity daily until full activity is resumed at 2-4 weeks. You will be ready to return to office work in 3-5 days and more active employment at 10-14 days. Avoid the sun until all bruising has subsided. Sunscreen should be used routinely; it is easy to get sunburned during recovery because of decreased sensation.

The results of liposuction are permanent. If you were to gain a large amount of weight you might note rippling in the treated areas, depending on your skin elasticity.

Possible Complications: As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. Cosmetic complications include contour irregularities, skin discoloration, asymmetry, scar tissue, tape burns, collection of blood or fluid under the skin. Uncommon complications include loss of sensation, skin breakdown, fat embolism serious infection or shock. Bleeding does occur during liposuction. There is a limit to the amount of fat that can be safely removed in a given procedure.

Following liposuction, the scar will go through a maturation process during the first 8-12 weeks they may be red and possibly raised. The scars will mature over 6 weeks to 2 months and become pale, flat and soft. You may experience numbness, burning, tingling around the incision site. These symptoms are almost always temporary.

Please let your surgeon know if you are prone to keloid scars.

Dave Stringham writes about board certified plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California. They offer liposuction, tummy tuck surgery and other body contouring surgery procedures. Find other plastic surgeons in Los Angeles.

How does it work?

The radiofrequency (RF) energy uniformly heats the dermis while cooling and protecting the epidermis. It is designed to cause immediate collagen contraction followed by new collagen production which occurs over a period of time. The Thermage procedure is the only non-invasive method to tighten loose skin.

What does this procedure feel like?

Each time a treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. An anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help make the treatment more comfortable. Your physician may offer additional measures to increase your comfort.

How long will the procedure take?

Depending on the size of the area treated, the thermage procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Your physician may require that you arrive an hour before your procedure for administration of an anesthetic cream. This patient had her forehead skin treated in about 25 minutes. Note the change in the appearance of her eyes.

When can I return to my normal activities?

You may return to your normal activities immediately, as there is usually no “downtime”. Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.

When will I see results?

In most patients, results appear gradually over 2-6 months, although some patients see an earlier response.

How many treatments will I need?

A single thermage treatment has produced good results in a significant number of patients. However, your doctor will assess the number and frequency of treatments required to achieve optimal results for your skin.

How long will the effects of the procedure last?

Recently published studies show that improvements continue for at least six months after a single treatment session. Other studies show that thermal collagen changes can last several years, depending on the rate of the aging process.

How safe is it?

The procedure is very safe. Although it is possible that skin damage can occur, this advanced treatment has been studied carefully in hundreds of patients with minimal reports of lasting adverse effects. Contact your plastic surgeon today to learn more about getting thermage.

Dave Stringham writes about board certified plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California. All aspects of plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery. Find other plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California.

Liposuction is most successful in people with good skin tone who have fatty deposits. It is not a treatment for obesity. If weight gain occurs following liposuction, the fat will be deposited in areas that have not been treated. The procedure can be repeated, if necessary. To maintain the safety of the liposuction procedure, there is a limit on how much can be done at one time.

A variety of factors can affect the results: Physical condition, genetic makeup, diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol intake, and skin elasticity.

Body contours made irregular by fat can be improved by this procedure; it cannot correct contours that are irregular for other reasons, such as muscle weakness or hernia. However, combined with other procedures, liposuction can correct these other deformities with good results. Schedule a consultation with your plastic surgeon to learn more about liposuction.

The Procedure

Liposuction is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis in a hospital or surgical center. The surgeon makes small (less than 1/2 inch), discreet incisions in the areas to be treated. A cannula is inserted in a small incision and attached to a suction machine. The procedure may take an hour or more, depending on how many areas are involved.

Recovery

Recovery from liposuction is relatively easy. Expect a fair amount of swelling and bruising in the following two weeks. You will wear special garments provided to apply pressure, minimize swelling and provide support while healing. These garments also assist in retraction of the skin. Stitches will be removed in a week to ten days. You can learn more during your consultation about liposuction.

Results are recognizable almost immediately and will continue to improve as swelling subsides. The day after surgery you should be up and walking around. Increase your activity daily until full activity is resumed at 2-4 weeks. You will be ready to return to office work in 3-5 days and more active employment at 10-14 days. Avoid the sun until all bruising has subsided. Sunscreen should be used routinely; it is easy to get sunburned during recovery because of decreased sensation.

The results of liposuction are permanent. If you were to gain a large amount of weight you might note rippling in the treated areas, depending on your skin elasticity.

Possible Complications: As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. Cosmetic complications include contour irregularities, skin discoloration, asymmetry, scar tissue, tape burns, collection of blood or fluid under the skin. Uncommon complications include loss of sensation, skin breakdown, fat embolism serious infection or shock. Bleeding does occur during liposuction. There is a limit to the amount of fat that can be safely removed in a given procedure.

Following liposuction, the scar will go through a maturation process during the first 8-12 weeks they may be red and possibly raised. The scars will mature over 6 weeks to 2 months and become pale, flat and soft. You may experience numbness, burning, tingling around the incision site. These symptoms are almost always temporary.

Please let your surgeon know if you are prone to keloid scars.

Dave Stringham writes about board certified plastic surgeons in Los Angeles California. They offer liposuction, tummy tuck surgery and other body contouring surgery procedures. Find other plastic surgeons in Los Angeles.