I'm 5'2", 213lbs. I would like to get Smart Lipo but was told I couldn't until I got down to around 190 in weight.

Thanks for the question. Based on your words, you might be a good candidate for smart lipo. I recommend you to contact a Board Certified Surgeon for consultation. I wish you all the best.

Thank you for your question.You need a formal evaluation by an expert in body shaping and contouring to determine what is best. You will likely need to lose weight first before undergoing any cosmetic procedure to get the best outcome. For best results, it is recommended to be at your ideal or stable weight before getting a sculpting liposuction procedure. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure; rather, it is for sculpting, defining and removing problem areas that cannot be removed with weight loss, diet and exercise alone. 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. In the meantime, I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a bariatric doctor or dietitian. Best, Dr. Emer

Losing weight is a Fantastic idea prior to getting any bodywork done if you're very heavy. Your height and weight would suggest that you have a large amount of fat on the surface and a large amount of fat inside your abdomen. This intra abdominal fat is called visceral fat and pushes your belly out just like a baby. This fat won't go away with lipo, but it will go away if you lose weight. There is no magic number, but your doc probably estimated how much weight it might take for this type of fat to go down. I would be suprised if lipo would be enough. You might need a tummy tuck. No way to tell without a photo. However, weight loss would be required either way. The video will help you understand better.