Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes localised fat deposits using a thin cannula and suction. Its purpose is to improve the shape and proportions of selected areas.

Common treatment areas include the abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, upper arms, back, and beneath the chin. Suitability depends on the amount and location of fat, skin elasticity, and the underlying anatomy.

No. Liposuction is intended to improve body contours rather than produce substantial weight loss. It does not treat obesity or replace healthy eating and regular physical activity.

The surgeon makes small incisions and introduces a cannula into the fatty layer beneath the skin. Fat is removed using controlled suction, with the technique adapted to the treatment area and desired contour.

The duration depends on the number and size of areas treated

Many patients can go home on the day of surgery. An overnight stay may be recommended after more extensive treatment or when additional monitoring is needed.

Initial recovery commonly takes several days to two weeks, although extensive treatment may require longer. Bruising and soreness gradually improve, while residual swelling and tissue firmness can continue for several months.

Many patients return to desk-based work within several days to approximately two weeks. Physically demanding jobs may require a longer absence. Your surgeon will advise you according to your treatment and recovery.

Gentle walking is usually encouraged soon after surgery to support circulation. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be resumed gradually and only when approved by your surgeon.

The appropriate amount depends on your health, body size, treatment areas, and surgical safety considerations.

Yes. Multiple areas may be treated together when clinically appropriate. The total extent of surgery must be carefully assessed because treating more areas or combining procedures can increase risks and recovery demands.

Liposuction may be combined with a tummy tuck in selected patients. Liposuction addresses localised fat, while a tummy tuck removes excess abdominal skin and may address abdominal muscle separation.

Reduced Localised Fat: Removes selected deposits of excess fat. Improved Body Proportions: Helps create a more balanced silhouette. Enhanced Definition: Can refine the waist and other treated areas. Targeted Contouring: Addresses specific areas according to individual goals. Improved Contour Symmetry: May reduce differences between selected areas, although perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed. Small Incisions: Fat removal is performed through small access points. Complementary Treatment: May refine the results of other body contouring surgery. Long-Lasting Improvement: Results can be maintained with a stable weight, although ageing and weight changes continue to affect body shape.

Improvement becomes clearer as swelling decreases. The treated areas continue to settle over several months, and swelling may take up to six months to resolve fully.

The fat cells removed during surgery are permanently removed.

Liposuction removes selected deposits of fat through small incisions. A tummy tuck removes excess abdominal skin and may repair separated abdominal muscles. Patients with significant loose skin may need a tummy tuck rather than liposuction alone.

A liposuction consultation at Moda Donna Medical is an opportunity to discuss your concerns, aesthetic preferences, and the changes you hope to achieve. An individual assessment should consider fat distribution, skin elasticity, body proportions, medical history, and whether liposuction alone can address your goals. The aim is to establish a personalised treatment plan with realistic expectations about contour improvement, recovery, scarring and potential risks.