Should you lose a hundred pounds before lipo and fat transfer if you're 300 lbs?

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John Mancoll, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. As a rule the closer you are to your ideal weight the better a candidate you are for surgery. Assuming that you BMI is over 30-35 liposuction at this stage would have increased risks and the safe amount to remove at one time may not come close to meeting your goals. I suggest getting involved with a formal weight loss program and an exercise program designed by a certified trainer. Your likely hood for success will increase. Good luck. Jsm

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The answer will depend upon your height, your body habitus, and your goals for your body.  Pictures or an exam would be helpful in this case.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You should be as close to your goal weight as possible, before surgery, for best results. In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or less.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

When someone weighs 300lbs there BMI is quite high and this can lead to many different complications with healing, etc.. In general, it is best to get close to your goal weight for the best results.

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