5'2, 176 lbs - Should I lose all the excess weight before liposuction or get the surgery and lose the weight after?

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Hello Everyone, I'm a young woman of 20-something and I want to get liposuction however I'm still overweight. I read that it is better to lose all the weight before going though with this surgery. I'm 5.2/158 cm and 176lbs/80kg, I'm planning to get a breast lift and get fillers in my hippies as well, do you think I should wait and lose all the excess weight or get the surgery and lose the weight afterwards ? Thank you !

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear sallyrafeeri93,
generally speaking, you want to reach your goal weight before you consider a surgery, otherwise your results will be suboptimal if you continue to lose weight after the surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you 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

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.

Respectfully,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thanks for your question! You should always be at or close to your ideal weight prior to moving forward with liposuction. That will ensure you get the most accurate and long-lasting result. Good luck!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At 5'2 and 176 lbs, your BMI is 32.  It is possible for you to undergo liposuction.  Liposuction can safely remove 10 lbs during one session and the session can be repeated if needed.  I recommend a low fat diet, core exercises such as sit-ups, planks, pilates and start wearing an abdominal binder.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Given your current BMI of 32, you may not need to lose weight for this specific surgery, however, it is always best to reach your goal weight before considering cosmetic surgery. Without a photo it is hard to know what can be achieved through surgery and whether it would be ideal for you.

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