What percentage of fat can be removed during liposuction?

Hello @calibeauty23, thank you for your question. The amount of fat that can be removed during liposuction depends on the individual characteristic of the patient and the area being treated. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

The amount of fat that can be removed during liposuction varies from person to person and depends on several factors, including the patient's body type, the number of areas being treated, and the patient's overall health. In general, liposuction is typically performed to remove between 5-10 pounds (2.3-4.5 kg) of fat. The goal of liposuction is to contour the body by removing pockets of stubborn fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. It's important to have realistic expectations about what liposuction can achieve, and to discuss your goals and concerns with a qualified plastic surgeon.

Thank you for your question dear @calibeauty23. First it's very important to know that based in our plastic surgery association we have a limited of fat we can extracted during liposuction procedure means that if you have a lot of fat you will need more than 1 round of liposuction together with a good routine of exercises. Liposuction is not weight loss program, help you to reduce certain fat of your body but not al them, It is risky for the patient and the life of the patient is always first to us. Hope this helps.

Dear calibeauty23,
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

The amount of fat that can be safely removed during liposuction varies depending on factors such as the patient’s overall health, the specific areas being treated, and the surgeon’s judgment. In general, it is recommended that no more than 5 liters (approximately 11 pounds) of fat be removed in a single liposuction session to minimize the risk of complications. The goal of liposuction is not extreme weight loss but rather body contouring and fat reduction in localized areas. Your plastic surgeon will assess your individual case to determine a safe and appropriate amount of fat to remove. It’s essential to have a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon to discuss your specific goals and limitations.

Liposuction removes fat from an area, but all the the fat can not be removed. If it is the skin will not sit properly and will wrinkle up and stick down to the underlying tissues making the area look terrible and not allow the skin to move properly.

During liposuction the surgeon is challenged with the skill of removing enough fat to give a nice result, but leave enough behind to avoid contour irregularities or other issues. Your surgeon is better able to explain what you should be able to expect in terms of results after an examination and in person visit.

Yes, some fat must be left behind, especially close to the skin, for safety to the skin and to avoid indentations and lumps.

Attempts and removing all the fat in any area or leave the treated area looking very disproportionate to other treated areas that do have a layer of subcutaneous fat.Attempts at removing all fat is also highly disfiguring.
The most common reason patients fail to be candidates for quality liposuction results is skin laxity.
Without including pictures we cannot begin to make an assessment.
No one should have all fat removed during liposuction.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD