Is there an age limit to get a liposuction?

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I have huge thighs, Huge calves, cubby belly, and I have fat arms, everything and I was wondering if there was an age limit for a liposuction?

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. Boys or girls below the age of 18 should abstain from having plastic surgery. I wish you all the best.

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

There is no hard and fast age limit for liposuction, as overall health is more of a factor than age when considering whether someone is a good candidate. That being said, most doctors prefer not to perform liposuction or other elective surgeries on minors, and people on the other end of the age spectrum might not benefit as much from it due to excessive skin laxity. An in-person consultation with an ethical, experienced, board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon will help to determine whether you are a candidate and what your other options are if you are not a candidate.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Overall medical health is more important than age in determining your candidacy for surgery.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA

Misbah Khan MD, FAAD, FACMS · Answer

I prefer not to do Liposuction on patients less than 18 yrs of age, unless its medically necessary. but thats just my personal preference. age limit will vary depending upon the doctor u chose to see

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

Anyone over the age of 18 or emancipated minors can consent to surgery.  Otherwise, you'll need a parent's consent.

Kyle Coleman, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, there is no age-limit for liposuction.   Patient's should be near their ideal weight within about 10 lbs, maintaining a healthy exercise / diet routine, and have good skin quality.   Often, patients who are older have more skin laxity leading to less tightening post-procedure; that is something that should be discussed pre-operatively to have reasonable expectations.   Depending on age and health history, some doctors may recommend clearance from your Primary Care Doctor or a Cardiologist.

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

Every surgeon is different in the criteria he or she uses to operate on a patient.  My personal preference is not to operate on a patient for cosmetic reasons only until that patient is 18 years old which time they might better be able to understand the risks, benefits, self-image issues, etc.  That is not to say if you are under 18 that you are incapable of grasping these ideas, but rather, it is simply safer to wait until the patient reaches a certain age at which here she is more likely to be able to cope with all the issues involved.  As well, there are legal aspects which complicate the issue when operating under 18 years of age.  Again, these are not hard and fast rules, but rather guidelines I myself work by.The upper age limit his dictated solely by the medical condition of the patient.  Operating on a healthy 80-year-old on no medications is less risky than operating on a 20-year-old with congestive heart failure.  Of course, when a patient is older, it is more likely he/she will need medical clearance prior to the procedure.  But, that usually is no absolute adduction as long as the patient is in excellent health.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your post. Age isn't so much a factor as is health and medical history. A personal 
consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced can determine if 
you are a good candidate for the wanted procedure. Health of the individual is more important than age to determine the candidacy for liposuction.Good luck :)

Richard Wellington Swift, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting your interesting question. Over the age of 18 is considered an adult who can consent to an elective cosmetic procedure like liposuction. Liposuction is designed to remove excess fat from specific areas. Considering that you have listed many areas, I recommend that you consider concentrating on 1 of these areas when you have a consultation with an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can examine you, listen to your concerns, answer all of your questions, and discuss your surgical options. Best wishes, Dr. Richard Swift

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

There is no specific age limit although the extremes of age have to be questioned a bit.  Best to be evaluated in person. If you are a minor, then you need parental consent.

Is there an age limit to get a liposuction?

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