Age is not an absolute contraindication to any elective cosmetic procedures. Whether or not a patient is a candidate for surgery is a function of a myriad of factors including (but not limited to):-Overall health (Weight/BMI)-Medical history-Social History (Smoking?)-Skin quality (increased age means loss of skin elasticity)-Goals/ExpectationsIt is important to understand that surgical risk profiles increase as one ages, however, this elevated risk often correlated to those conditions that typically accompany aging. Patients in good health can be a surgical candidate irrespective of age.With respect to liposuction, an ideal candidate is at a healthy stable weight (within 15 lbs. of goal). They are not seeking weight loss but rather an improved contour in one or more areas which have proven resistant to traditional diet and exercise regimen.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon.
It's not your age which makes surgery riskier, it's any medical conditions that you've accumulated that do this. There are 80 year-olds in better shape than some 20-year-olds in this regard. If you get a complete medical evaluation and pass it, there's no increased risk for healthy people without medical conditions.
