Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes stubborn, localized fat deposits through small, discreet incisions. During treatment, a thin hollow tube called a cannula is inserted beneath the skin to gently break up and suction out fat using a specialized surgical vacuum. These localized fat deposits are typically deeper pockets of fat that can be resistant to diet and exercise.
By removing these areas of excess fat, liposuction can create a slimmer shape and improve overall body contour and proportion. It may be used on many areas of the body, including the abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, buttocks, back, upper arms, chest, neck, chin, inner knees, and cheeks. Liposuction can be performed as a standalone body contouring procedure or combined with other surgeries—such as a tummy tuck—for more comprehensive reshaping.
Liposuction is also the method used to harvest fat for fat transfer (fat grafting), where your own fat is purified and re-injected into another area to enhance shape or restore volume. (See Fat Transfer in our procedures list for more details.)
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Am I a good candidate for Liposuction?
The best candidates for liposuction are generally healthy adults who do not smoke and have stubborn fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise. Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure—it’s designed to refine body contours by targeting localized areas of fat.
Ideal candidates typically have firm, elastic skin, good muscle tone, and are within about 30% of their ideal body weight. During your consultation, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Aaron Capuano or board-eligible plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Marchese will evaluate your anatomy and skin quality, discuss your goals, and help determine whether liposuction is the right option for you.
In some cases, results can be further enhanced by combining liposuction with surgical or non-surgical skin-tightening and rejuvenation treatments—such as laser-based therapies and medical-grade skincare—to improve overall skin texture and quality.