Liposuction can be conducted on numerous body locations. It should be used to target those exercise-resistant fat cells. It is important to note that liposuction removes fat deposits and not cellulite. Specifically, for women, liposuction is usually performed on a woman’s thighs and stomach. For men, liposuction is usually performed on a man’s stomach and flanks. Besides these common locations, fat can be removed from the arms, chin, knees, neck, back of the legs, and even the face.

Generally speaking, liposuction is usually not used to remove more than 10 pounds at this time. However, the ultimate decision on how much fat to remove will be up to you and your physician.

Just remember, if a patient has too much liposuction at one time, it is possible that the patient will have “lumpy” areas. In addition, the higher the amount of fat suctioned, the higher the surgical risk.

Many patients undergo lipo to improve their self-esteem, health, and contours and proportions. However, this procedure is not a weight loss technique; failure to adjust one’s exercise and nutrition regimes will result in the regaining of fat deposits.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, liposuction was the most common plastic surgery procedure with over four hundred thousand people undergoing the surgical procedure in 2006.

Similar to any cosmetic surgery procedure, it is important for you to contact a Dallas liposuction surgeon to gain further insight, as they are best situated to advise you.