Since the actual fat cells are removed, the procedure is permanent and after liposuction the body will always have less fat in the treated areas. Skin Elasticity Good skin elasticity is a desirable attribute in all patients since it helps to achieve a smooth surface contour. Tight skin is universally seen in the very young and is gradually lost as we age. Even through middle age, however, people retain some elasticity in their skin. After liposuction, the skin envelope always shrinks to adjust to the reduced contour in the area that has been treated.
Most people use the word to refer to dimpling and irregularities on the surface of the skin.
It is seen most frequently over the lower torso and thighs. It worsens with age, and is frequently associated with loose skin. Cellulite is the result of protein degeneration in the skin and its supportive structures. While liposuction will not cure cellulite, it will remove fat and reduce contour. In mild cases, liposuction may lessen the intensity of cellulite.