Is there another way to remove large amounts of fat, other then liposuction, in specific area?

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I would like to know if areas like back flaps or large amounts of fat off thighs can just be cut off

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Yes, it can be done, but it will leave scarring. Without seeing you in person, it is impossible to say if this is the right course of action for you. I would suggest that you schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss your body contouring options. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Ellen A. Janetzke, MD · Answer

Sometimes large amounts of fat can be removed by direct excision but this is done in conjunction with skin removal. If you have excess skin in the area as well, the skin and fat are removed simultaneously. This usually occurs when patients have lost a large amount of weight (>100 lbs). It would be best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon so that you can truly understand your options. These surgeries are best performed on patients with a BMI on the lower side.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Liposuction is by far and away the standard to remove surplus fat. Nonsurgical freezing of the fat is effective but still expensive and fairly inefficient.

Rigo J. Mendoza, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Usually you do liposuction with a skin excision at the same time in many areas if you are concerned with excess skin as well as excess fat.  For example, a medial or lateral thigh lift removes excess skin in those areas and liposuction can be done at same time to contour and give the best results possible.

John A. Perrotti, MD · Answer

This depends on several factors including the amount of fat, the amount of excess skin and the acceptability of scarring. Excision of skin and fat, often combined with liposuction, may be beneficial in some cases.

Arnold S. Breitbart, MD, FACS · Answer

Depending on your situation, liposuction alone, or a skin excision procedure (ie. tummy tuck, body lift) may be most appropriate.  When there is extra fat with little to moderate skin laxity, liposuction alone, especially SmartLipo laser liposuction, can be very effective.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Yes, many times an excision procedure will be better especially in patients with severe skin laxity. Best of luck with your decision to move forward.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

When someone's true diagnosis is excess skin rather than fat skin resection becomes a more realistic option.  fat can easily be removed with skin resections.Each part of the body will respond differently.The actual scar depends much on how thick the skin us.Thick skin such as the back tends to leave very thick visible scars For some people getting the body contour correct easily justify is having scars while others are apprehensive of having any visible scars.a combination of liposuction with skin resection can be the best way to go.

Is there another way to remove large amounts of fat, other then liposuction, in specific area?

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