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Am I Right for Liposculpture?

asked 1 year ago by Grand Prairie in Grand Prairie, TX
Latest answer by Edwin Ishoo, MD
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Tags: female, 170-189 lbs, 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in, candidate

Hello doctors! I am looking to do liposculture. I am 5'10 and 180lbs. I am wanting to get rid of about 25lbs. I live in the Dallas metro and if you are aware of cost, please throw it in! All I really want is a flat stomach, it's been almost a year since I have been trying to accomplish this goal but it seems impossible! I guess I was just too sedentary as a youngin... Also, I would need to make payments. Do all surgeons make you pay in full before, or would I be able to make payments?

13 answers to Am I Right for Liposculpture?

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Body contouring vs Weight loss.

It is important to understand that liposuction is a body contouring procedure NOT a weight loss procedure. By removing fat from certain areas, a new look is sculpted so that you may appear to have lost more weight than was actually taken off. But, when you step on a scale after surgery, it could only be a few pounds. Based on your photo, you may be a great candidate for liposculpture and should have a great result. And like many other patients, you may end up loosing... more
Adam Hamawy, MD

Westchester Plastic Surgeon
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Right for lipo

Absolutely based on pics.  I would highly reccomend the true tumescent technique for safety and results.   Dr. Malouf
Peter Malouf, DO

Dallas Dermatologist
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Liposuction

Yes, based on the photo, it looks like you would be a good candidate for liposuction.  Any type of liposuction would likely be good, so you will need to talked in depth with your board certified plastic surgeon after they interview you and examine your body and you both can determine the best procedure for you.  Good luck.
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Liposculpture should make a great difference.

Liposculpture of the full abdomen and the hips should make a big improvement in your waist for about $5000-6000 on special.  Your weight will only reduce about 3-5 lbs but you will look as if you lost a lot of weight from the inches lost.  Sincerely, David Hansen,MD
David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Liposuction is not liposculpture

Liposculpture is performed using liposuction but the technique and the end results are very different. You need to determine what your goals are. Do you want to look flatter or a smaller version of your current contour or do you want to have a defined and atheletic look. This is truely sculpting. The results, the cost and the recovery process are very different.
Edwin Ishoo, MD

Boston Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction Candidate?

Thank you for the question and picture. Liposuction candidates are patients who have isolated areas of diet and exercise resistant adipose tissue. Any planned weight loss should ideally be achieved prior to the procedure. Good skin elasticity is an important attribute of the patient undergoing liposuction surgery. I would suggest in person consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Laser Liposuction Best Results

Liposuction as a stand alone procedure is not intended for weight loss. It actually works best on thinner patients with trouble spots. With that being said, you look like you would be a candidate based on your picture. In healthy patients, I perform this as an office procedure but there are some benefits having it done in the operating room as well. Discuss in detail with your surgeon. Good luck!
Hannah Vargas, MD

Kansas City Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction is not a substitute for weight loss.

Losing 25 lbs by liposuction is not a realistic goal. You would likely be disappointed if you were to undergo liposuction with this as a goal. Contouring just the abdomen is a more achievable result. IF the skin is very lax, you might even benefit from a mini tummy tuck if you are not planning on having children.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction

If you want to "get rid of 25 lbs" then liposuction is not the answer.  Liposuction is used to improve contour asymmetry and not for weight loss. Lose the weight first.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Am I right for liposculpture

First of all liposculpture shapes one's body and will not achieve weight loss. Second, liposculpture removes fat under the skin and not below the muscle so healthy eating and exercise are always necessary for good results.
Edward Lack, MD

Chicago Dermatologist
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In Good Shape For Liposuction

Based on your picture, liposuction should be very effective for you.  The loss of 25 lbs is not possible for you with liposuction.  REMEMBER, LIPOSUCTION IS NOT A WAY TO LOOSE WEIGHT!!  Pricing varies based on your geographic location. Most surgeons have financing options but it is common that the fee is paid in full prior to surgery.  Again check with plastic surgeons in Dallas to see if anyone does something a bit differently.  Seek out a board certified... more
Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Liposculpture

You are a GREAT candidate for any type of liposuction. I prefer Smart Lipo. As for 25 pounds of weight loss not possible in you maybe 5 to 10 pounds ONLY! Seek in person opinions. Fee range from $4800 to $6800. From Miami Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, 305 598 0091
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Am I Right for Liposuction?

Liposuction is a great surgery for the right candidate.  Liposuction involves the removal of fatty tissue from small holes in the skin leaving you with better contour and shape.  However, it doesn't treat the skin.  Patients who have excess skin from weight loss or pregnancy are often better candidates for a tummy tuck. You appear to be a great candidate for liposuction to enhance your abdomen and achieve that last little bit of weight loss.  You wont see much... more
Vincent P. Marin, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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