Stubborn fat has a way of clinging to all the wrong places. It disregards your workout schedule and scoffs at your healthy meal prep. That’s why many people turn to liposuction — a cosmetic surgery that permanently removes fat cells to refine your shape and enhance your contours.
At UMass Memorial Cosmetic Surgery Center, each procedure is led by board-certified specialists with elite training in body sculpting and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Mustafa Akyurek, a board-certified plastic surgeon and director of microsurgery at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, brings extensive experience in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. With a PhD in reconstructive microsurgery and a specialization in body contouring after major weight loss, Dr. Akyurek delivers advanced, precise results that help patients achieve their desired shape with confidence.
Liposuction for Stomach Fat
The abdomen is one of the most requested treatment areas for liposuction. It’s notorious for holding onto fat despite diet and exercise.
Here are a few reasons the stomach area is so often treated:
- Visible results: Fat loss around the midsection can make a dramatic impact on your silhouette.
- Stubborn fat: Hormones, age, and genetics often make this area resistant to traditional weight loss.
- Confidence boost: Many patients report feeling more comfortable in form-fitting clothes.
This area responds well to both traditional and laser-assisted liposuction techniques.
Liposuction for Thighs and Flanks
Another common area is the outer and inner thighs, as well as the flanks (also known as love handles).
Here’s why patients often choose to sculpt these areas:
- Better proportions: Reducing thigh or flank volume can enhance natural curves.
- Clothing fit: Pants and skirts may sit more comfortably and look smoother.
- Balanced contouring: Treating these zones alongside the stomach can enhance full-body symmetry.
These areas benefit from tumescent or power-assisted liposuction depending on the patient’s anatomy and goals.
Additional High-Demand Areas for Liposuction
While the abdomen and thighs top the list, several other regions also respond well to body sculpting:
- Chin and neck: Great for profile refinement and definition.
- Upper arms: A smoother, tighter appearance under sleeves.
- Back and bra line: Minimizes bulging and smooths clothing lines.
- Chest (men): Used to treat gynecomastia and improve chest contours.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 325,669 liposuction procedures were performed in the United States in 2022, a 23% increase from 2019, making it the most requested cosmetic surgery that year.
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