I weigh 250lbs, can I get liposuction on my abdomen?

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Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

Typically the answer is yes, you can have liposuction at that weight.  I have successfully lipo sculpted many over weight patients with excellent satisfying outcomes.  If you have fat available, then it can be removed to create a smaller more shapely version of you.  Send some photos and come visit.  I have patients fly into town for a few days for this procedure.

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  I believe it is best to be within 10 - 15 pounds of your ideal body weight prior to surgery for optimal results. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring for an in-person examination. Ask to see a lot of before and after pictures of their work to understand what can be achieved. Hope this helps and good luck.

Marwan R. Khalifeh, MD · Answer

there is no absolute weight limit to getting liposuction, however overweight patients must be aware that liposuction will not be good as a weight reduction technique.  it can only reshape several areas, and you are prone to putting the weight back on if you use it as a weight loss technique.

Mariusz Sapijaszko, MD, FRCPC · Answer

Liposuction is designed for body shaping and not for weight reduction. As such, the actual weight is not as much of a problem and is not a contraindication to liposuction. Smaller people can have stubborn fat deposit and heavier persons can benefit for liposuction contouring of certain areas.Please make sure that you see an experienced doctor for a thorough consultation and assessment prior to undergoing any treatments.Best regards and I hope this helps, Dr. Sapijaszko.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.
  
For health and safety reasons, best to be at a BMI less than 30 or within 10 pounds of your goal weight and stable at that weight for 6 months prior to surgery for optimal results.
  
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.
  
Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.
  
Best of luck!
  
Dr. Schwartz
  
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  
#RealSelf100Surgeon
  
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