A good candidate for lipo on the abdomen and flanks? (Photo)

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Am I a good candidate for liposuction on the abdomen and flanks? If so, which type of lipo?

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Your photo shows localized fullness in the central abdomen and some flank area, with no obvious severe loose skin in this limited view. If your weight is stable, your skin has reasonable elasticity, and the fullness is mainly pinchable fat rather than muscle separation or internal abdominal fullness, you may be a good candidate for abdominal and flank liposuction.

The exact “type” matters less than the surgeon’s judgment and technique. Tumescent liposuction, power-assisted liposuction, or energy-assisted methods such as VASER can all be appropriate in selected patients. If there is significant skin laxity, stretch-damaged skin, or diastasis, liposuction alone may leave looseness and a tummy tuck may be a better option. An in-person exam is the key step to decide this.

Gregory Lakin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Yes, you are a great candidate for liposuction. I would recommend finding a surgeon who you like the results. You should be able to see consistent results and numerous amount of before & afters.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. I recommend you waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.

Shitel Patel, MD · Answer

From the photos alone, Liposuction with a skin tightening modality (Bodytite or Vaser) would help get you the best result depending on your ultimate goal. If you would want more definition of the abdomen then etching of the lines would be the way to go!

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

You could improve your abdomen and waist definition with liposuction.  Don't be too aggressive since you have a nice abdomen you don't want to make things worse.

Morad Askari, MD, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your question and for uploading pictures. Yes, you are a great candidate for liposuction, even high-definition liposuction. There are a lot of different types of liposuction; some can be better than others. But overall, the surgeon's experience, knowledge, and techniques are what is important. I would suggest finding a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon with experience.

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

Hello! Thanks for the question.
This type of question is best answered in an in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. Imporant variables include your medical history and a full physical exam in 3 dimensions with a 360 degree eval. From the photo you provided you have good skin quality and no overhanging skin which are 2 good qualifiers for lipo! I would recommend you check out plasticsurgery.org to find a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
Best of luck to you!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on this photo, you are excellent candidate for liposuction. Just be sure to select right surgeon; board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in body contouring. Good luck.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You appear to be a good candidate for liposuction of the abdomen and flanks. Your skin tone appears good and you should have good results. There are a variety of liposuction techniques. The basic liposuction technique uses an infusion of solution and then aspiration of the fat. Other techniques are designed to attempt to contract the skin. This may or may not be effective.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear nandz1990,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photo, it looks like you are a great candidate for liposuiction. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

A good candidate for lipo on the abdomen and flanks? (Photo)

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