Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a suction technique to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms or neck. Liposuction also shapes (contours) these areas. Other names for liposuction include lipoplasty and body contouring. Liposuction isn't typically considered an overall weight-loss method or a weight-loss alternative. If you're overweight, you're likely to lose more weight through diet and exercise or through bariatric procedures — such as gastric bypass surgery — than you would with liposuction. You may be a candidate for liposuction if you have too much body fat in specific spots but otherwise have a stable body weight. Why it's done Area under chin that can be treated with liposuction Liposuction under chinOpen pop-up dialog boxAreas on the abdomen, chest, back, legs and arms that can be treated with liposuction Liposuction treatment areasOpen pop-up dialog box Liposuction is used to remove fat from areas of the body that haven't responded to diet and exercise, such as the: Abdomen Upper arms Buttocks Calves and ankles Chest and back Hips and thighs Chin and neck