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Will Liposuction of my Legs Change my Butt?

asked 1 year ago by MNichols in New York, NY
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 835 times
Tags: buttocks, legs, thighs, female

I have a larger lower half and am deeply considering liposuction of my legs (especially ankles), how will this effect my butt? It seems like my thick legs help hold up my thick butt - I dont have the desire for my butt to change, just my legs. Are there any large issues I should be thinking about?

13 answers to Will Liposuction of my Legs Change my Butt?

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Liposuction of the legs can make the buttocks stand out more.

Liposuction of the legs and thighs can make the buttocks stand out more sometimes but usually it doesn't.  If you gain weight later, more of the fat will go to the breasts and buttocks than the legs.
David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

www.DrDavidHansen.com

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Liposuction of the legs and thighs to enhance and not detract from the buttock

Selective liposuction of the legs with lipoinjection can enhance the appearance of the buttocks by contouring in the inner and outer thighs and blending the contour between the hip and greater trochanter (saddlebag). However excessive liposuction in the banana roll or central 1/3 of the thigh can produce sagging and loss of support to the buttock with a droopy butt appearance.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction of Legs

Liposuction of the calves, ankles should have no bearing on buttock aesthetics.    If you choose to contour your inner and outer thighs, your buttock may actually be accentuated.   I recommend that you consult with 3 board certified plastic surgeons to learn what can be offered to provide you with an ideal result.
Paul S. Gill, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.drpaulgill.com

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Liposuction of legs may make buttocks appear larger.

Liposuction results are about proportions.  When one area is liposuctioned it is reduced in size and if the surrounding areas are not treated, they will look proportionally larger in comparison.  If you are not concerned about your buttock size then liposuction of the legs can help reduce their size.  Care must be taken, especially with liposuction below the knees and into the ankles as this may result in prolonged swelling of the feet and legs.  Be sure to consult... more
Jeffrey M. Darrow, MD

Boston Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction effects on different body parts

Liposuction was invented for people with upper and lower body half discrepancy. That is because no amount of diet or exercise can change this particular body type. You probably need liposuction of the hips outer thighs inner thighs calves and ankles for a full correction. Doing liposuction on your legs especially calves and ankles will not have any effect whatsoever on your buttocks.
Andrew Kaczynski, MD

Sacramento Plastic Surgeon
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Only the fat in the back of the thigh supports the butt.

Hi. Sounds like you are a good candidate for liposuction of the thighs and legs.  As long as the fat in the back of your thighs is left alone, the buttocks are not affected. see video
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Will Liposuction of my Legs Change my Butt?

There is no relationship between any form of liposuction on the legs "(especially ankles)" to the buttock. Seek in person evaluations from boarded surgeons in your area. Dr Blinski MIAMI
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction of the legs

If you feel that you don't want liposuction of your buttocks, you might be happy with the reduction in your legs if liposuction is performed on them, but you might be disappointed to realize that you would then think of your buttock as out of proportion to the legs. Liposuction of the upper back of the thighs can affect the positioning of the buttock if its support is removed. Liposuction of the inner thighs can leave more irregularities and sagging than other sites. There are... more
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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"large issues" with leg liposuction are expectation mismatches

The main issue with leg lipo in a person with top to bottom large legs is an expectation mismatch.  In my experience, people with this starting point will almost always be disappointed because they think you are going to be able to sculpt something out of them that you really cannot.  
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Effects of Leg Liposuction on your Buttocks

Leg liposuction is a very common and effective procedure in appropriate patients.  The buttocks is supported by deep tissues below, so over aggressive liposuction below the buttocks may lead to sagging.  This is why it is very important that you see a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in liposuction.  Good luck.
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Liposuction of legs and look of buttocks

Liposuctioning of the legs should not impact the look of the butt. It may actually accentuate the buttock lines a bit more.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction in one area affecting another

Performing liposuction on a patient's thighs or lower back can affect the appearance of their buttocks. For some patients, this is a desirable consequence, as it will enhance the curviness of their backside. Removing fat above and below one's buttocks will give the appearance of a larger, rounder bottom. For patients that are concerned about having an overly large buttock area, I recommend including liposuction in that area too. There are "zones of adherence"... more
William A. Wallace, MD, FACS

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction and Body Shape

MNichols,   Excellent question. When performing liposuction in any given area, it is important to maintain balance with the surrounding areas. A failure to do so will create a disproportionate result necessitating the need for further liposuction. Hence, I always "feather" my liposuction into surrounding areas for an optimally blended result.  When seeking a liposuction surgeon, make sure they are Board Certified and have vast experience in lipoplasty and... more
Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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