Best type of liposuction for saddlebag area?

Dear ormamaof3,


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

Thank you for your inquiry! Liposuction to the outer thighs is the most effective way. We would love to meet and discuss your concerns. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your goals.

In your case — being generally fit with some stubborn fat in the saddlebag (outer thigh) and inner thigh areas — the most effective and least invasive liposuction method would typically be Vaser Liposuction.
Vaser Liposuction uses ultrasound technology to selectively target and emulsify fat cells without damaging surrounding tissues. This offers several benefits:
More precise and smooth body contouring
Less bruising, swelling, and faster recovery compared to traditional liposuction
Skin tightening effect, which is particularly helpful in the 40s and beyond
It’s also safe and effective in delicate areas like the inner thighs. In many cases, the procedure can be done under local anesthesia with minimal downtime. However, the final decision should follow an in-person consultation and full body assessment to determine if you're an ideal candidate.

The concern areas that you mentioned are commonly treated with liposuction with great results. If you have some skin laxity it may be recommended that you consider adding J Plasma to help tighten skin. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation to learn more. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.

Liposuction can be done to both areas and can be done under general anesthesia or as awake liposuction. Most surgeons will use a power-assisted liposuction device, but things like ultrasound, laser, or radiofrequency is to help tighten skin, and usually not needed for the saddle bag areas unless they are very large.

Fat removal in the saddlebag and inner thigh area, the most effective and least invasive liposuction options include: PAL (Power-Assisted Liposuction) , Liposuction with VASER ® Vaser® is a liposuction machine that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat before suction removes it. Since you’re already at a low weight and just dealing with stubborn areas, VASER or PAL would be ideal for a smooth, natural result with minimal downtime.