Surgery Areas

Liposuction is used to remove unwanted fat from many areas of the body, including: the abdomen, waist, belly, thighs and hips - as well as the arms, back, breasts, and face. Women often seek out liposuction for the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, and upper arms. Men, in contrast, find that it is helpful in removing “man boobs” or a build-up of fatty tissues around the male breasts as well as a double chin or sagging jowls. If you have an excess build-up of fat in a localized area of the body, talk with your cosmetic or plastic surgeon about the best procedures to remove it.

Below is a short discussion of some popular areas that are often targeted for liposuction:

The Chin

It can help create a more youthful appearance to the face and neck by improving your profile, getting rid of sagging jowls or a double chin. Some people have a tendency to build up fat in the face, neck, or chin. Chin and jowl liposuction can get rid of excess fat, refine facial features and help improve the appearance of your profile.

The Neck

Some people seek out neck liposuction to remove the “turkey waddle” or excess fat, and help them look younger. Excess fat in the neck area can draw attention away from facial features and your profile. Ultimately, liposuction of the neck aims to remove fat deposits and add definition to the area between the lower jaw and neck.

The Face

It focuses on the jaw or jowls, the chin, or the cheeks. Patients often seek liposuction of the face to remove the excess fat obscuring attractive facial features. Removal of certain fat deposits of the face can make patients look thinner as well as younger.

The Arms

Used to tighten upper arms, and sagging areas, called “bat wings,” and get rid of excess fat, and give the arms a more defined, sleeker appearance. It can help women achieve more muscular definition in the arms and look more toned. Many women seek out upper arm fat removal to help them feel more comfortable wearing tank tops or spaghetti straps.

Abdomen

The procedure involves removal of excess fat around the tummy and may sometimes be performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck. Abdominal liposuction procedures can define lower waist and abdominal areas and can remove up to six pounds of fat at one time. This is not the best procedure for weight loss.

Thighs and Hips

Our bodies store extra fat in the hips and upper thighs, making it hard to eliminate with diet and exercise. Women tend to store fat in three main areas of the thighs: in the front, back and outside. The procedure can successfully target and remove the fat deposits from these areas and to achieve a more sculpted, attractive and symmetrical figure. Thigh and hip fat removal will slenderize both areas, even out skin and muscle tone and help remove cellulite.

Back

Liposuction of the back, upper back, shoulders and under the arms is a popular procedure, especially for men. Many women have accumulated fat in the upper back, which bulges around the bra line, making it look obvious, even under clothes. Both men and women show an increasing interest in back liposuction, because it is a safe and effective way to permanently eliminate cumbersome, uncomfortable fat from the upper, mid, and lumbar back areas.

Buttocks

Our posteriors have a way of gaining weight and extra layers of fat, because our bodies (especially women) like to store fat in our backsides. Although it is one thing to have a nice, shapely round booty, it is another to have a bulbous, fat, lumpy derriere. A surgeon can shape and sculpt your buttocks and give you a more desirable backside. It can also be a way to eliminate cellulite and achieve a smoother, rounder look.

Male Breasts

Liposuction is a very popular way for men to remove excess fat deposits in the male breast area. It is a safe and effective way to treat embarrassing "man boobs" (also called gynecomastia). Extra fatty tissue and male breasts are formed for several reasons, such as genetics, weight gain, hormones, diet and exercise. As much as 40% of men experience unwanted growth and breast tissue, which is why this procedure has become so popular with men. Male breast reduction will not only shape and contour the chest area, but it also will produce more normal breast tissue and improve confidence.

Other areas

In addition to the major areas listed above, it is also a great way to remove fat from the knees, ankles, pelvic region and a host of other body areas. If you want to trim, sculpt and tone your body and look more youthful and attractive, liposuction is the right solution for you. Use our Surgeon Locator to speak to one of our doctors in your area.