Fat grafting limit: How many cc of fat are surgeons allow to remove from liposuction in California and Florida?

The generally accepted safe limits of liposuction volume is 5 liters (although recent studies suggest this hard limit may actually vary with BMI) in an office setting. This number may vary somewhat from state to state or region to region (4 liters in Florida). 
These recommendations, however, are not arbitrary. They are ultimately based upon studies of post operative liposuction patients and the subsequent fluid shifts that occur after large volume procedures. For this reason, overnight monitoring in a hospital is recommended when these limits are exceeded. It is also important to remember that this is not a pure fat aspirate i.e. 11 lbs. or 5 liters is not the equivalent of 11 lbs of pure fat. Additionally, some fat can be expected to be lost during processing.
Whether fat is re-injected or not is irrelevant. The issue is more a function of fluid shifts more than actual fat removal.
As always, it is best to discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Five litters of total fluid is the recommendation in the outpatient setting.  The amount of fat within that total volume varies from individual to individual. 

the recommendations are not to take more than 5L in one setting.  I suggest you speak to your physician.  Best, Dr. Emer.