What Method to Remove Belly Fat Would Be Best for Me?

I'm a 17 year old girl who is very self-conscious about my body. I'm 5'7" and 160 pounds and I've been trying to lose weight for almost 2 years-with no success! This has taken a toll on my self-esteem tremendously, and I wanna to something about it! I have a lot of fat in my stomach that I'd like to get rid of with lipo, noninvasive lipo, or something else. Then i'd lose the rest of the weight naturally, since I'd see great results! So, what do you think would be the best method for me?

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age 17 or under belly 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in 150-169 lbs

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by Dana in Cali in Southern California

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17 Year Old and Liposuction

For patients who are younger, the body tends to be far more malleable, and a workout regimen and healthy diet will produce better results than liposuction. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

What Method to Remove Belly Fat Would Be Best for Me?

In agreement with other responders, difficult to offer professional advice without photos, but my practice is to engage the willing in a powerful and effective weight loss program before considering liposuction. You CAN lose it, you just haven't had the help you need. If you have extra weight all over, liposuction is NOT the answer. Particularly at age 17, my preference is for fat mobilization by calorie burn and intake modification with lifestyle analysis and adjustment... more

Body contouring

Without an exam, it is impossible to determine what surgery may be beneficial for you. Good luck with your decision.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Belly Fat Removal

Belly fat can be removed very easily and painlessly under local tumescent liposuction. It is a great motivator to help patients when they have reached a plateau and can't seem to lose more even tho they are dieting and exercising a lot. Your parents will have to be with you for the consultation and give their approval for the procedure. Sincerely, David Hansen,MD

David Hansen, MD

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Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

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Belly fat removal for young girl

Dear Dana, I think that there are two main issues at stake. First is your desire for weight loss. Second is your desire for improved body shape. With regard to your first issue, there is not magic wand or shortcut. It will require you to take a close look of your diet and lifestyle. Being 17 and healthy, I would recommend that you find a good nutritionist to discuss your food options and a good fitness instructor to setup a suitable training regiment. This will help you reduce your... more

Age 17 and overweight.....is LIPOSUCTION a resonable consideration?

Dana, The situation is you are 17 and at 5 feet - 7 inches and 160 lbs somewhat overweight. You want to understand what reasonable choices you have. You have obviously done some homework and know some choices. Dieting has bee not successful for you. There is much good news and I have some thoughts for your to ponder. The great news is that you are not all that much overweight... more