Liposuction is a procedure performed to remove localized fat deposits in different parts of the body, that are otherwise difficult to lose by dieting or exercise. Contrary to popular opinion it is not a treatment for obesity. The art in performing this procedure is to remove the excess fat deposits leaving behind enough cushion to cover the prominences that are so important to the configuration of the body silhouette and the facial profile.

Liposuction can be performed as a sole procedure or in conjunction with other facial and body sculpturing procedures where surgical excision of excess skin is indicated. The metabolism of adipose tissue or fat is essential in the regulation of the energy balance of humans.

The fat mass develops by an increase in the number and size of the fat cells. There is a gradual enlargement of each fat cell through out life, however the number of fat cells increases mostly during childhood and adolescence and usually becomes constant during adult life. The distribution of fat deposits varies between men and women. Whereas excess fat usually accumulates around the abdomen of a man (known as "love handles" or "spare tires"), it is deposited in the hips, buttocks, and thighs of a woman plus her abdomen.

We also perform other cosmetic surgeries like thigh and buttock lift, tummy tuck and calf and buttock augmentation at our Beverly Hills and Los Angeles centers.

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Hip/Thigh Liposuction

Butt Liposuction

Knee Liposuction

Abdomen Liposuction

Neck Liposuction (and Chin Augmentation)

Neck Liposuction

Neck Liposuction

Neck Liposuction

Butt and Thigh Liposuction

Abdominal Liposuction

Abdominal Liposuction

Abdominal Liposuction

Liposuction FAQ

What parts of the body can Liposuction be performed on?

Are there any scars?

How is the surgery performed?

How long is the immediate follow-up?

How much fat can be removed?

What are the complications?

What parts of the body can liposuction be performed on?

 The face and neck (double chin), upper arms, tummy and hips, thighs and buttocks (cellulite) and saddle bags, knees and ankles, benefit mostly From this procedure.

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Are there any scars?

 The scars are very small and unnoticeable.

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How is the surgery performed?

 Liposuction is usually performed under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation and local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. It usually takes between 30 to 60 minutes. Elastic tape or girdle are applied over the operated area and occasionally a drain is left for 24 to 48 hours.

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How long is the immediate follow-up?

The patient is usually seen two days postoperatively to remove the bandages and check for any complications. At this time normal daily activities are resumed. Massaging the skin is started in ten days and most physical activities renewed in three weeks when most of the bruising and swelling is gone.

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How much fat can be removed?

 Up to four to five pounds can be removed within safety The procedure can be repeated later if more fat needs to be removed from the same or different locations.

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What are the complications?

 Liposuction is a relatively safe procedure. Bumpiness, serum or blood collection under the skin and infections are quite rare. The best results are obtained in younger people whose skin has not lost its elasticity. In older people skin excision might be necessary along with the liposuction.

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