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If you are considering liposuction, you probably have a number of questions you'd like answered. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about liposuction. How is liposuction done? A tube is inserted through tiny incisions and pushed through the fat layer, breaking up cells and vacuuming them up. The following are three different methods that can be used to perform liposuction. The super-wet technique involves the injection of fluid to aid in extraction. It is the fastest method but requires general anesthesia. The tumescent method involves injecting a great deal of fluid that contains a numbing agent and a blood vessel constrictor. It takes the most time but does not necessarily require general anesthesia. The UAL method involves ultrasound to break up fat cells. It is often combined with the tumescent method. Does liposuction require a hospital stay? Complex or extensive surgery may involve a one to two day hospital stay. Other liposuctions may be completed