Does each state have their own limit or law to how much Plastic Surgeons can Liposuction?

5000 cc's (5 liters) is the guideline limit for outpatient liposuction for many states including California. For smaller patients with more areas for liposuction removing less fat may be safer.

The guide lines for the American Society of Plasty Surgery is 5 liters of both fat and fluid. I agree fully with these limits. The complication rate rises dramatically in high volume liposuctions, and these are not complications that either the doctor or patient should assume. If a patient want more, they can come back  for a second liposuction when things have stabilized. Actually 5 liters is a lot of fat. If one needs more perhaps they may need a tummy tuck. A consultation with your plastic surgeon would be the best idea to come up with the best procedure for you.

Good question. Thank you.

             This is typically limited to 5 liters in the outpatient setting in most states.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of liposuction procedures each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results.

Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA