The maximum amount of fat that can be safely removed varies with the weight, body type and medical condition of the patient, the skill and judgment of the surgeon, and the other surgical procedures, if any, being performed at the same time. Removal of large volumes of fat by any liposuction technique may increase the risk of complications. Points to Remember When Considering Liposuction Liposuction is a surgical procedure for body contouring and removal of localized fat deposits. It is not an effective or safe method for weight loss. Liposuction is surgery and has the same types of risks as other surgical procedures.
Overweight patients are more likely to have complications from any type of surgery.
Longer operations involving multiple procedures can be done safely by a qualified and competent surgeon but may involve greater risk of complications. Any physician legally can perform liposuction and other cosmetic surgical operations, even without surgical training. Be sure your liposuction is performed by a trained and board-certified plastic surgeon. ABPS-certified surgeons have received at least five years of surgical and plastic surgical training after medical school and have been tested by their peers prior to receiving certification. Check the reputation of your surgeon.