Is 22 Too Young for Liposuction?

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I'm 5'6", 149lbs, and 22 years old. I exercise three times a week between cardio and weights, eat right in healthy portion sizes, and stay away from sugars and fats and have been doing so for years. However, I have an apple shape so any fat stores around my middle. I want to get liposuction for a smoother back and defined waistline that exercising hasn't done. Is 22 too young for such a cosmetic procedure? Thank you in advance for your answers.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, there is not an specific age for liposuction, but first, for safety reasons, to be a good candidate for the procedures you want at the same time, your labs and  cardiovascular preoperative evaluation must be optimal.
Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Mitchel Goldman, MD · Answer

22 is not too young, but there are also other non-surgical options such as laser lipolysis and skin tightening devices - Ulthera and Thermage.  I would suggest going to a dermatology practice which offers both surgical and non-surgical options so you can weigh the pros and cons of each to make your decision.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

You probably are a good candidate for liposuction since you diet and exercise and just need a little boost to improve your shape.  Good luck with the procedure.  Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Elizabeth Kim, MD · Answer

Liposuction is ideal for patients who lead a healthy lifestyle and are close to their goal weight.  It is for contouring "problem areas" that stubbornly resist exercise and dieting.  Your result depends not only on the skill of your surgeon but also on your skin integrity.  At 22, your skin should "snap back" and accomodate well in the areas suctioned.  Your final result is generally seen at 6 months post-op.  Make sure to maintain your healthy lifestyle in order to achieve the best results.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The age of 22 is not too young to have liposuction. You also probably have better quality skin than older individuals which may give you better skin retraction.  It is definitely worth going for a consultation to find out what can be achieved.  Good luck.

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