No, it’s a body contouring procedure for stubborn fat areas, not a treatment for obesity.
Liposuction is a minimally invasive surgery that removes stubborn fat deposits that do not respond to exercise and diet. It is not a weight-loss surgery but rather a body-shaping procedure for contouring.
• Traditional Liposuction – Uses suction cannula to remove fat.
• Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) – Vibrating cannula for quicker, precise fat removal.
• Laser Liposuction – Melts fat with laser energy before removal.
• Vaser Liposuction (Ultrasound-based) – Breaks down fat for smoother, defined results.
You may consider liposuction if you have:
• Localised fat deposits in the abdomen, thighs, hips, arms, back, or chin
• A desire for more sculpted body contours
• Good skin elasticity but stubborn fat that won’t go away with exercise
• A healthy weight but problem areas resistant to diet control
• Anesthesia: Usually done under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation (depending on the areas treated).
• Incisions: Small incisions (2–3 mm) are made in hidden areas.
• Fat Removal: A thin cannula is inserted to loosen and suction out fat deposits.
• Shaping & Contouring: Surrounding tissues are sculpted to ensure smooth, natural results.
• Closure: Incisions are closed with tiny sutures or may heal without stitches.
Duration: 1–4 hours, depending on the number of areas treated.
• Hospital Stay: Usually same-day discharge.
• Swelling & Bruising: Common for the first 1–2 weeks.
• Compression Garment: Worn for 4–6 weeks to reduce swelling and maintain contour.
• Work & Activities: Resume office work in 2–5 days; strenuous exercise after 4–6 weeks.
• Scars: Very small and hidden in natural skin creases.
Results improve gradually as swelling subsides, with final results visible in 2–3 months.
