We all want to look our best and in some cases, even with diet and regular exercise, we are unable to lose the excess fat in a particular body area. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that can sometimes help with this problem. Several tiny incisions are made in the areas that need treatment and the excess fat is removed. It is important to remember that this is not a weight loss procedure and that it works best on people with isolated areas of fat. Skin quality is also a factor because patients with more skin elasticity will obtain better results.

Common areas of treatment are the thighs, hips, back, abdomen, and chin, although other areas can be treated. The length of time needed for this procedure varies from 1 to 2 hours, depending on how many areas are being treated.