What percentage of fat can be removed during liposuction?

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.

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.