What Kind of Liposuction Do You Recommend For My Flanks? (photo)

I am considering liposuction on my flanks. I would like to know what type of liposuction would be best with my body type as well as how do I know if I am more/less susceptible to the risks and negatives of liposuction (dimpling)? Please read the description in the photos posted. I thank you in advance for your time and knowledge.

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9 Doctor Answers | Asked by AlisaKotova in Calgary, AB

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Liposuction

Based on your posted photos you look like a good candidate for the liposuction you are inquiring about. One "type" of liposuction has not proven inherently better than another. If that were the case all of the surgeons would be rushing to use that modality. To decrease the risk of dimpling your surgeon should generously inject liposuction solution just prior to the liposuction, be less aggressive in areas with less fat and specifically control which areas under more superficial... more

Best type of liposuction

The photos demonstrate youth and apparently good skin quality with little to no stretch marks. There is a small to moderate amount of subcutaneous fat in the upper hips and abdomen. All characteristics that would likely make you an ideal candidate for liposuction. Regarding the technology used I would highly recommend that it shouldn't even be a consideration for you. Find a good surgeon with a lot of experience in liposuction that you trust. Trust the technology... more

Liposuction and hips

Really it doesn't matter so much which machine is used it has to do with the person doing it. I always say it is not the wand but the magician waving the wand that creates all the magic!

Steven Wallach, MD

12 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Best kind of liposuction

You are young with thick skin. You are at a low to average risk for dimpling, if surgery is done correctly. Look for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Your best liposuction is Microaire. It combines suction+vibration. It shortens surgery time. I start with a 3 mm. With thick skin, laser liposuction, e.g. Smartlipo is unnecessary. Ultrasonic liposuction (e.g. Vaser) has no benefit that I can see. I recommend a circumferential (back to front) liposuction of... more

Lipo on muffin top

Thanks for posting great exposed photos. My choice is Smart Lipo Triplex 1064/1440nm, blend 3 about 15,000 joules with clean out via traditional lipo using a #3 mm cannula multiple openings. PS might recommend lower abdomen also.

Liposuction of "Muffin Tops"

Liposuction was invented in Paris, France circ. 1975. It was first presented in the United States in 1982 at the ASPS Meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii. Since that time, cannulas have become smaller. Tumescent liposuction was a great breakthrough. All other techniques after tumescent have not shown themselves to be any better than standard old school liposuction. A board-certified plastic surgeon experienced with hundreds or even thousands of liposuctions should be... more

Liposuction for the flanks

Liposuction is a great surgical technique for minor irregularities and fatty deposits. this procedure is surgeon and technique dependent. regardless of what ever 'type" of liposuction is performed it is important to know that u find your self a surgeon who is able to give you realistic results. I often combine flank liposuction with lower abdomen as this gives a rather smooth more natural looking appearance.

Misbah Khan, MD

5 reviews

New York Dermatologic Surgeon

Liposuction Techniques

My advice it to look for a board certified plastic surgeon who is specialized in liposuction. I would put less emphasis on the type of liposuction and more on the credentials of the surgeon. Most plastic surgeons perform many types of liposuction and customize the techniques to the individual needs of the patient. Good Luck.

Best type of liposuction

Liposuction is more surgeon-dependent than technique/technology dependent. Find an experienced board certified surgeon whose work you like and you should do fine! Good luck!