What areas are included in abdomen liposuction?

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Does abdomen liposuction includes Lower and upper abdomen? Waist? Or just one area of the abdomen?

Thomas A. Pane, MD · Answer

The description of liposuction areas will vary a bit among different surgeons.  I consider the abdomen as the entire front of the belly from the rib cage down to the pubis.  What most surgeons call the 'waist' I call 'flanks'.  Most of the time, the abdomen and flanks are done together, which gives a nice contouring and shape.

Mitchel Goldman, MD · Answer

Every board-certified dermatologist may divide and treat the abdominal region differently, and which areas get treated will vary by patient. In general, the abdomen is divided into 4 separate areas: upper (above navel), lower (below havel), left flank (more or less the “love handle” area) and right flank. If you are interested in permanently eliminating fat from your abdomen, you may be treated in all four quadrants, or just one. What you need, what will be done, and how you will be charged are all questions that should arise during your face-to-face consultations with board-certified dermatologists as you try to find the right person to treat you. You may also want to consider noninvasive fat-elimination techniques, such as Vanquish, CoolSculpting and ThermiTight. Please be sure to bring all of your questions with you when you consult a board-certified dermatologist.

Ellen A. Mahony, MD · Answer

It can get very confusing to sort all of the information about liposuction.  The best answer is that it depends on the discussion between you and your surgeon.In my office, the abdomen includes the areas above and below the belly button.  However, the procedure may include both areas, the upper or the lower.  That is dependent on the goals of the patient.  The pricing differs for each.Sounds like you need a consult to better define your goals and the options available to you to reach them!In good health,Ellen Mahony, MD

David Tauber, MD · Answer

Liposuction is a body contouring procedure that removes fat under the skin to address trouble spots throughout the body. Although the specifics of the procedure are patient tailored, in my practice abdominal liposuction is usually performed across the entire abdomen to encourage a smooth post-operative contour. Depending on the patient, this may also include the sides (flanks) and love handles (waist). See the link below for more information.The ideal candidates are patients that have good quality, elastic skin who are targeting stubborn areas resistant to diet and exercise. 
  
A detailed examination will help delineate the best surgical treatment. Consultation with a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery would be the next best step.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would ask your surgeon as this may differ from office to office.  When I say abdomen, I mean upper and lower.

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