Can the appearance or cankles be minimized with liposuction? What can I do to achieve more feminine ankles and legs?

Thank you for your question regarding whether the appearance of your cankles can be minimized with liposuction and what is the best procedure to achieve feminine ankles and legs. I highly suggest you consider VASER liposuction. With VASER liposuction, ultrasonic energy is used to melt fat and tighten skin; a tiny cannula is inserted to remove fat in tight areas. This is especially useful when working around the ankles; therefore, I suggest VASER liposuction to your cankles. You may require one or two treatments to receive optimal results. Due to the sensitive area, this procedure should be performed under general anesthesia. Please seek an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon who has treated cankles. Good luck.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Dear denizuzay,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. 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

Hello!
Yes - liposuction would be the treatment for this. You will need to seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. This is not an easy area, so be sure you are seeing an experienced surgeon.
Best of luck to you!

Hello and thank you for your question! As you describe, “cankles” refers to when the ankle and calf are bulky and lack definition to create the aesthetically pleasing transition/contour from calf to ankle. Many women are self-conscious about the appearance of their lower legs and also often find it hard to wear boots. There are many things that contribute to the appearance and shape of the lower leg, including your bone structure, muscle tone, and fat. When fat is the culprit, liposuction can be performed to remove this excess fat and create a natural and aesthetically pleasing contour of the lower leg. I perform this using a combination of liposuction techniques with fine cannulas through small incisions under IV sedation in my fully-accredited operating room.

Hi, thanks for your question. It's not easy to give an answer without examination or a photo. Anyway, the general answer is yes. You could have lipo on ankles and legs to enhance their appearance, making them more feminine. Please consult a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area for an in-person evaluation. Good luck!