Liposuction: Are the waist and flanks the same area?

Places differ on how they divide up the body in sections and price each. At our place, we keep it simple and call the area just the "lovehandle" area and includes waist and flanks. Make sure that where ever you are that specific discussion happens and every one is on the same page.

Each provider will have their own an atomic chart or definition of liposuction areas. You should ask your provider and make sure you have a very clear understanding of what’s included and what’s not included.
Personally I don’t use the term flanks because it’s A bit imprecise.
When it comes to liposuction I view the torso as a single anatommic unit that try to treat the entire torso to leave people with an even natural thin fat distribution. A full torso includes upper abdomen, lower abdomen, love handles, waist, full back and under arm areas.
If you have questions about definition of areas or what’s included then you should check with your provider and make sure there are no misunderstandings of what will be treated and what’s included.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD