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Too Young for Liposuction?

asked 2 years ago by snb0387 in Oak Forest, IL
Latest answer by Darryl J. Blinski, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, arms, stomach, female, 150-169 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, weight loss

I am 22 years old and loosing weight has always been a struggle for me. I am 5'1" and I weigh 160lbs. I hate my stomach and my arms. I have seriously been considering Liposuction, but I can't help but think I might be too young. HELP!

12 answers to Too Young for Liposuction?

Liposuction works great for 22-year-olds

At 22 you are definitely not too young for liposuction and liposuction may be the best motivator for you to continue to diet and exercise to further lose weight. Expect to pay about $5000 for lipo of the tummy.

David Hansen, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

www.DrDavidHansen.com

Too young for liposuction?

You ARE very young for liposuction. While your genetics may never dictate a slender figure, at your height, you could certainly weigh less. It would be better to visit with a nutritionist and carefully evaluate excatly where you could make changes in your eating without "dieting." Dieting almost always results in recurent weight gain. Liposuction should be reserved for spot areas that are still problematic after achieving a more ideal weight. I have personally done a few... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Large volume Liposuction will give you best results

Simple answer. The best results for you is large volume liposuction, over 5 liters yo 10 liters of fat. Research what doctors in your area have experience in Large Volume Lipo. Best of Luck!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

What is too young for liposuction?

Your age would put you in the minority of ages of patients undergoing liposuction. The more important aspect of your medical surgical care is that your body dictates that weight reduction should be accomplished prior to liposuction, otherwise you will gain it back and incur a risk and cost for minimal benefit. Liposuction is not a safe replacement for diet and exercise. You should see an endocrinologist to ensure that your thryoid and other hormonal systems are in order. If your resting... more

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Liposuction at a young age

You are not too young but it is in your best interest to achieve a weight that is closer to your ideal body weight and then pursue liposuciton for management of localized fatty deposits. At your age, you have favorable skin contraction and this will contribute to a better result when compared to an older individual

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

You would do better to loose weight first.

With the excess you have, I don't think you would be happy with the results from liposuction. You would be bettered served by joining a weight reduction/exercise program. This may negate you having any liposuction and be happier to boot.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

You can have liposuction if you are over 18.

Hi! You are not too young for liposuction. Liposuction can give you long lasting improvement in shape and correction of bulges. But, of course, you will still be overweight afterwards.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Not too young for Liposuction

With 5'1" and 160 lbs weight, your BMI is 30.2 making you "Obese" (30 and above). You are NOT too young for liposuction and if anything young skin would shrink much better afterward. Liposuction will DEFINITELY give you a better shape. But a liposuction procedure cannot safely remove more than 11 pounds in one out patient procedure and is not a weight reduction operation. The less you weigh, the better liposuction can smooth resistant fat areas. Good Luck.

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Not too young for liposuctioning

You are not too young but you need to be realistic as to why you are doing it and what you can expect. In addition you may want to take some time and money and seek professional advice as to how you can get into better shape for the long run. Liposuctioing will help you only on a temporary basis if you do not get the other issues under control.

John P. Stratis, MD
Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction will help you but only so much

Dear Snb: Liposuction is for sculpting. If your concern is true focal, liposuction can help. However, it is not a substitute for dieting and exercise. These are very painful lifestyle coaches. However, the absolute best thing you could do for yourself would be take the money you are thinking of spending on liposuction and instead get yourself a regular shedule of intense physical activity and sessions with a registered dietician who can help you with the diet side of the equation.... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Liposuction works well in patients in their 20s.

Liposuction works well in patients who are in their 20s, as their skin elasticity is excellent. Although liposuction is not an alternative to dieting, you should investigate the possibilities with a visit to a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Francisco Canales, MD
Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon

You're not too young for liposuction

Hi, You're not too young for liposuction. In fact liposuction tends to yield better results in younger patients with good skin quality. It's important to remember, though, the liposuction is not really an effective tool for weight loss. The best candidate for liposuction is someone who is in good overall health and maintains a healthy lifestyle, but has one or more problem areas with unresponsive fat deposits. It is also important for you to have realistic expectations, and remember that... more