I am a curvy size 16, hoping to eliminate some problem areas. Is Laser liposuction or Liposculpture an option for my size?

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Is it possible to completely eliminate my back rolls or because of my size will they only be reduced? Can my lumps on my hips also be eliminated-if so, is this part of my abdomen or does it count as a whole other part of the body? I understand lipo is typically for those closer to their ideal body weight, although I have already lost 40 lbs and enjoy my curvy shape. I just want to reduce and eliminate some areas.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

I would recommend 3 lipo procedures which can all be done in the same week so recovery is quicker. 1 would be upper/lower abdomen and hips,  another would be midback armpits and arms and the 3rd would be thighs. It is done all under local with a little iv sedation for comfort and you are back to work in 2-3 days.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

In this regard, I recommend you a Tummy Tuck to get a flat abdomen and waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.

Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello dwjw33 I have researched and used most laser and body contouring devices and have chosen to use Vaser to provide my patients with the safest treatment and most consistent excellent result. #options #curvy

George Volpe, MD · Answer

It is always difficult to determine if back roles will completely resolve with liposuction. Although the presence of good skin tone is a good predictor that they will completely resolve, I have been surprised that some patients with skin that I felt was quite loose tightened up more than I expected. Back skin in general is the thickest skin of the body and the dermis maintains elasticity much longer skin elsewhere on the body. If one has lost 40 pounds already, the skin may be a bit looser. The bottom line is that there is no guarantee that a mid back skin role will completely resolve with aggressive liposuction, on the other hand usually very significant gains can be made and there are no other real alternatives that do not require a large unsightly scar. The same can be seen when treating hips. Quality of the skin is the best indicator. There are stretch marks, this makes liposuction bit more difficult with an increased risk of contour irregularities

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

Liposculpture or laser liposuction would both be wonderful options for you. It's terrific that you are happy with your size and curves and just want to eliminate some problem areas; that is what liposuction is designed to do. We don't remove more than 5L during a single procedure – that is a mixture of both the fat and the special fluid we inject before the procedure to break up the fat, control bleeding and numb the treatment area. You may be able to lipo all of your trouble spots at once, or may have to undergo separate procedures, depending on how much fat you wish removed. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will give you more specific answers to your questions.

Afshin Farzadmehr, MD · Answer

You are a candidate for liposuction.  A maximum of approximately 5 liters of fat can be removed from the body.  It is best to have a consultation to assess first hand the options based on physical examination.  Liposculpture will give you best results.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For best results, it is recommended to be at your ideal or stable weight before getting a sculpting liposuction procedure. Liposuction is for sculpting, defining and removing problem areas that cannot be removed with weight loss and diet / exercise alone.   Depending on skin laxity, it can be combined with a tummy tuck or other lifting procedures to get the best outcomes. Best, Dr. Emer.

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Way to go on the weight loss, simply focusing on a plant based diet and 3-4 hours per week of high intensity aerobic exercise should help you have sustained weight loss. Ideally you would get to your final weight before having surgery because you don't have things to deflate and stretch more and than you have to get surgery done again. At this point I would say some liposuction would help you enhance your anatomy and catapult your diet/exercise!

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the pictures and provided information as well.
Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for abdomen, waist, flanks and back liposuction, and I think you'll get very good 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 :)

Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,Thank you for sharing the information, and your photos, it is a pleasure for me to answer your question.
Both procedures are very effective to eliminate localized fat and to shape the figure, it will give you a more natural look, both are very popular.
so it is advisable that you consult with a certified plastic surgeon, for a good evaluation, that gives you all the information you should know about the appropriate recommendations, so that you can achieve the desired goals in your body.
I hope this answer will help you, my best wishes to you

I am a curvy size 16, hoping to eliminate some problem areas. Is Laser liposuction or Liposculpture an option for my size?

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