What are 12 areas of liposuction? If you're getting the 12, is that "360" liposuction?

The best in body contouring not only removes fat with energy devices like VASER ultrasound but also internally heats the skin with radiofrequency devices such as Renuvion (J-Plasma), InMode BodyTite, and ThermiRF to heat the undersurface of the skin and tighten it at the same time as fat removal. These combinations are called 4D HI-DEF VASER Liposuction and can only be done by a well-trained body contouring specialist. At the same time, fat should be harvested and purified, with PRP and stem cells added, and then injected into muscles, indentations and cellulite to get body shaping and contouring. For a Brazilian butt lift (BBL), we inject the fat into the buttock for contouring and lifting, but fat can also be used in areas such as the chest/breast, arms/shoulders, calves and face. Cellulite should also be treated with a combination of Cellfina, subcision, and/or fillers such as Bellafill, Renuva synthetic fat, or Sculptra. If skin is very loose before surgery, then it will need to be removed: tummy tuck/abdominoplasty for lower abdominal skin; breast lift for excess breast skin; and/or a brachioplasty for loose arm skin. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding Vanquish for further fat removal; truSculpt iD, Exilis, Forma, and Venus Legacy for additional skin tightening; and Cellutone / ZWave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance.

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Hello, thank you for your question. Lipo 360 is a term that simply refers to circumferential liposuction of the body. This involves liposuction of the abdomen, the flanks, and the back.

Dear fieldsgirl,
you should discuss this with your plastic surgeon. 360 liposuction usually includes liposuction of the abdomen, flanks, back. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

"360 liposuction" typically refers to liposuction performed around the entire circumference of the torso, including the abdomen, waist, flanks (love handles), and back. However, the term "360 liposuction" may vary in its exact definition depending on the plastic surgeon and the specific areas targeted. It can also include additional areas such as the hips, thighs, or arms.
Here are 12 common areas of the body where liposuction may be performed:
1. Abdomen: Liposuction of the abdomen can address excess fat in the upper and lower abdomen, helping to create a flatter and more contoured midsection.
2. Waist: Liposuction of the waist, also known as flanks or love handles, targets excess fat on the sides of the torso, helping to narrow the waistline and improve overall body proportion.
3. Flanks: The flanks, or love handles, are areas of excess fat on the sides of the torso between the ribs and hips.
4. Back: Liposuction of the back can reduce bulges or rolls of fat in the upper, mid, or lower back, creating a smoother and more sculpted appearance.
5. Bra rolls: Liposuction of the bra rolls targets excess fat on the upper back and under the bra line, helping to eliminate bulges and improve the fit of clothing.
6. Hips: Liposuction of the hips can address excess fat on the outer thighs and hips, helping to create a more streamlined silhouette.
7. Thighs: Liposuction of the thighs can target excess fat on the inner thighs, outer thighs (saddlebags), or both, helping to achieve slimmer and more toned thighs.
8. Knees: Liposuction of the knees can reduce excess fat deposits around the knee area, creating a smoother contour and improving overall leg appearance.
9. Arms: Liposuction of the arms can address excess fat on the upper arms (bingo wings), helping to achieve a more toned and sculpted arm contour.
10. Chin/Neck: Liposuction of the chin and neck can remove excess fat under the chin (double chin) and along the jawline, helping to improve facial contour and definition.
11. Chest: Liposuction of the chest area, also known as gynecomastia surgery in men, can reduce excess fat and glandular tissue to create a flatter and more masculine chest contour.
12. Ankles/calves: Liposuction of the ankles and calves can target excess fat in these areas, helping to achieve a more proportionate and balanced lower leg contour.
If a plastic surgeon mentions performing liposuction on 12 areas, it may involve targeting multiple areas across the body for comprehensive body contouring. However, the specific areas treated may vary depending on individual patient needs and goals. It's important to discuss your desired outcome and treatment plan with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine the most appropriate approach for you.

No, 12 areas treated is not the same as 360 degrees, which means all the way around is treated, No one should have 12 areas treated at one time.

Your question makes little sense. Each doctor has their own way of selling and describing an atomic areas for liposuction. Abdomen 360 typically includes upper abdomen, lower abdomen, love handles and waste. Some doctors may include part of the back and some may include some of the pubic area.

I typically treat most patients with some thing we referred to as a “full torso”. A full torso includes upper abdomen, lower abdomen, love handles, waist, full back and under arm area. It’s basically the entire body without extremities with the exception of the breast. It just gives the most natural thin fat distribution with no unnatural transition zones from treated to untreated areas.

If you’ve consulted with a plastic surgeon then I suggest you post your question to that person. If you haven’t had any consultations then you should schedule some and I suggest having in person consultations.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD