Body Areas That Liposuction Can Contour

Liposuction is a minimally invasive technique, a form of body contour surgery, designed to remove pockets of undesirable fats that are resistant to diet and exercises, from any part of the body or face. It must not be confused as a solution to weight loss and in fact, the patient seeking this procedure must have a healthy weight.

It is done by a plastic/cosmetic surgeon to achieve a sleek, smooth, and toned silhouette. Other commonly used names for liposuction are lipo, liposculpture, and lipectomy. The surgery permanently eliminates the abundant fat cells from specific body parts, however, if one does not follow a healthy lifestyle post-treatment and ends up in weight gain, liposuction may be needed again.

According to Dr. Shilpi Bhadani, Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Gurgaon at SB Aesthetics, ‘Most men and women as well as transgender turn to liposuction to redefine or reshape certain areas of their body for improved appearance and a boost in self-confidence’. Liposuction is like a versatile tool to reveal a slimmer, best physique.

There are various types of liposuction based on the technique used to break down excess fatty tissues. These include Tumescent liposuction, Power-assisted liposuction, Ultrasound-assisted liposuction, and Laser-assisted liposuction. Generally, the liposuction procedure involves the use of a thin, hollow tube called a cannula which is fixed to a pump or syringe which creates suction.

Usually, people have a notion that liposuction is meant for fat reduction in the belly. But the truth is, this procedure can be done on any site of the body having unfavourable stubborn fat deposits. Here is the list of the areas of the body usually requested to be contoured by liposuction at SB Aesthetics:

1.     Waist

The waist, also referred to as the flanks, is the area covering between the ribs and the hips. It is the region where typically one’s torso is the smallest. When liposuction is performed to eliminate fat from the waist, it can help one get a more defined hourglass figure while the procedure reduces the appearance of a “muffin top” and shrinks the “love handles” on the sides of the body. This is the most sought-after area for body contouring as many people feel conscious about their waist and how fat deposits in such areas affect their silhouette.

2.     Lower and Upper Abdomen

There are two distinct areas of the belly where fats can get deposited. These are the lower abdomen which starts from the belly button down to the pubic area and the upper abdomen which covers the area from the navel up to the chest. Both of these areas are very common body sites where people receive liposuction as the fats in these areas are difficult to lose by changing diet and doing routine exercises. Hence, these sections of the body show noticeable contouring after liposuction.

When one gets rid of the fat from the lower abdomen, the appearance of a “stomach pouch” which embarrasses most people, especially when they are wearing low-rise or snug bottoms, gets significantly reduced. Those who undergo liposuction of the lower abdomen also receive it on their upper abdomen so that their overall abdomen profile gets smooth, slimmer, well-toned, and looks natural. Liposuction to contour the upper abdomen can help women to wear better-fitting tops and also accentuate the natural size of the breasts of women.

3.     Back

On one’s rear side, fats can get deposited both above the buttocks and near the ribs which are especially difficult to be lost through diet and exercise. However, both men and women can get back contoured by liposuction when they undergo fat removal from the waist so that an even and smooth silhouette can be achieved all the way around.

Back fat liposuction can help effectively remove fats in the mid-back area called the bra line as well as the lower middle back called the sacrum. This leaves the back portion slimmer and sculpted, with no noticeable back fat slipping over the edge of clothing such as over the top of the trousers or back of the bra strap in women.  

4.     Thighs

As compared to men, women tend to store more fats in their thighs, thus making this area most demanding for women’s body contouring. Both outer and inner thighs as well as the sides of the thigh area can be targeted for liposuction. Depending upon the body type of the candidate, some may seek help with the outer portion of the thighs or “saddlebag” area to create a smoother look and change their silhouette. While others may go for the reduction of the gap between the inner thighs so that they don’t rub against one another and to achieve a better shape.

If needed, patients can improve their overall thigh definition by undergoing complete thigh liposuction. Many females visit SB Aesthetics, plastic surgery clinic in Gurgaon to undergo thigh liposuction and achieve toned shape thighs.

5.     Upper Arms

Arms are a very difficult area to get toned, and if ignored over time the skin of the arms can lose elasticity and appear to sag. The good news is excess arm fat can be effectively removed by liposuction to get slimmer arms. But if there is dangling arm skin due to loss of skin’s elasticity or the presence of extra skin, arm liposuction won’t help instead one may need an arm lift.

6.     Buttocks

The main buttocks area is usually not a target area for liposuction. Rather, the area where the upper back portion of both legs meets the buttocks is the common site for liposuction. When fats are removed from this area, it can result in more definition and shape of the buttocks.

7.     Neck or Double Chin

Although the body sites are most talked about in terms of liposuction treatment, men and women also get liposuction to contour their faces. In particular, neck liposuction can reshape one’s neck and create a stunning neck profile. It can even work on the removal of stubborn submental fat in the chin area. Neck liposuction is rapidly growing popular with Kybella- a fat melting injection or CoolSculpting- a treatment wherein the undesirable fats are frozen and removed.

8.     Knees

Knee liposuction involves the removal of a small collection of fats from the inner knees. It is often done along with the thighs liposuction to achieve a more contoured appearance. It does not entirely get rid of saggy skin or cellulite in the knees area.

9.     Calves and Ankles

Calf and ankle liposuction, sometimes referred to as cankle liposuction and is done to eliminate stubborn fats from the calf and ankle areas. This body contouring procedure can help make the lower legs look leaner and more evenly toned. Liposuction in these areas is also a great approach to tackle the problem of asymmetry and ensure that the calves and ankles appear of the same size and shape on either side.

Who Is a Suitable Candidate For Body Contouring By Liposuction?

Liposuction is meant for anyone who maintains their body weight fairly close to their ideal body weight. Such candidates must have stubborn fat deposits in specific body areas and be physically fit and healthy. They must be holding realistic expectations and a positive outlook. Thus, ideal candidates include:

• People who have elected for liposculpture because they want it for themselves and not because someone else has pressurised them to opt for it
• Anyone who doesn’t like how their tops and bottom wear fits
• Mothers who are struggling to get their slimmer, pre-pregnancy figure
• Individuals without any history of eating disorders
• Non-smokers
• Non-pregnant and breastfeeding women.

SB Aesthetics is one of the best cosmetic surgery clinics in Gurgaon, where the most advanced cosmetic surgeries are performed. At the clinic, other procedures like tummy tuck, mommy makeover, rhinoplasty, otoplasty, lip reduction, facelift, and many more. To know more about these procedures, pay a visit today!