Can fat be removed in the pubic area to increase penis visibility?

It’s completely valid to want to address the pubic fat pad if it’s reducing visible penile length — many men find that even a modest buildup in that area can affect both appearance and confidence. At your height and weight, you appear to be in a healthy range overall, which suggests that localized fat in the mons pubis or around the penile base is likely genetically or hormonally influenced, rather than related to general obesity. The good news is that there are surgical options that may help reduce the fat and improve the visible length.
Yes, it is typically possible to reduce the fat pad thickness to around 1 cm or less using a combination of mons pubis liposuction and skin tightening or excision techniques. In more significant cases — especially when skin laxity or fullness extends lower into the groin — procedures like mons lift or pubic lift (sometimes categorized under panniculectomy or body contouring) can also be used to remove excess skin and elevate the pubic area for better exposure of the penile shaft.
Some aesthetic or reconstructive urologists or plastic surgeons may incorporate these techniques alongside penile enhancement or penopubic ligament release surgery if more exposure is desired.
However, it’s essential to understand: • Liposuction alone may not remove all fullness if there’s dense fibrous tissue or loose skin. • Results can vary based on your anatomy and skin elasticity. • Surgical treatment comes with typical risks (swelling, bruising, asymmetry, scar formation). • No non-surgical treatment (like Kybella or fat freezing) currently offers predictable results for this area in men.
This is a highly specialized area, so it’s critical to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon or urologist with experience in male genital aesthetics and pubic contouring. A full in-person evaluation will determine whether you’re a good candidate for liposuction alone or if skin tightening/excision is also needed.
Finally, while I can offer general information, this post is not a substitute for medical advice. Each case must be evaluated individually by a qualified medical professional due to important differences in every individual case.

Yes, it is possible to reduce fat in the pubic area to increase penis visibility. This can be achieved through several methods.
-Liposuction: Fat removal from the pubic area, specifically the suprapubic fat pad, can be performed to increase the apparent length of the penis. Liposuction is a common procedure that can be done as an outpatient surgery under general anesthesia. After the swelling subsides (usually around 3–4 weeks), the results are typically visible.
-Surgical Lift of the Pubic Skin: In some cases, the skin around the pubic area can be surgically lifted, and excess skin can be removed. This can also contribute to increased visibility, although it might leave some scarring.
These procedures can help reduce the fatty tissue around the base of the penis, making it appear more exposed and potentially increasing its visible length. However, each method has its own pros, cons, and recovery time, so it’s important to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to determine the best option for your situation.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

Good question. Yes, combination fat transfer with liposuction of the mons is a great way to improve penis size and visibility.

What you describe is relatively common. Removing the fat by liposuction and lifting the pubic skin surgically can be done relatively easily but there will be some scarring which can be minimize by careful surgical techniques. This is something plastic surgeons do frequently.

Fat grafting to the penis has recently become popular in some parts of the country. A study showed poor cosmetic and functional result after irregular resorption of grafted fat. The external appearance of the penis remained stable for months, even though later biopsy revealed all the grafted fat to be dead. The operation, although technically easy to perform, has many serious potential side effects that should be understood. Dr. Malik recommends the Prometheus procedure to increase girth. Prometheus by Dr. Malik offers a non-surgical, permanent penis enlargement procedure that results in a longer and thicker penis when erect and flaccid. The procedure is minimally invasive, performed right in our office, and requires minimal recovery.

What we have done previously to reduce the fatty tissue in the mons pubis is inject kybella into the area. Kybella is essentially an acid that will melt the fat. It typically requires a few sessions in order to get the optimal results. This is a wonderful, noninvasive alternative to liposuction.

It sounds like you have a hidden or buried penis, which is very common. You do not need a penis enlargement. I have published extensively on the surgery to correct the buried penis in the plastic surgery literature. The idea of the surgery is to stabilize the penile skin to the penis, so that it cannot bury. It usually involves removing the pubic fat, excising some pubic skin if it is drooping, and suturing the pubic skin to the underlying muscles. You will also need tacking of the skin on the underside of the penis to the penis at the junction of the penis and scrotum. ​The surgery is relatively non-invasive, but very few physicians know how to correctly do the surgery. It is highly successful.

Gary J. Alter, M.D.

Beverly Hills, CA - Manhattan, NY

Hi there, thank you for your detailed question. What you’re describing; excess fat in the pubic area (often called a fat pad) reducing visible penile length; is actually quite common, even among leaner individuals like yourself.Every case is different; some patients have a significant fat pad even with low overall body fat, while others may need minor adjustments. But the good news is, reducing the fat pad to 1cm or less around the base and improving visible length is achievable with the right approach.

Removal or liposuction of the suprapubic fat pad can increase the visibility of the penis and create the appearance of a longer penis. This is generally performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. Patients can see great results after the period of swelling subsides which is typically about three to four weeks.

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