1. Are the results of liposuction permanent?

The effects of liposuction are permanent as long as a reasonable program of diet and exercise are maintained.


2. How much does liposuction surgery cost?

Depending upon the part of the body to be treated, the fee for liposuction can be anywhere from $1500 for 'muffin tops' to $5000 for an entire abdomen, waist and flanks.


3. Will liposuction tighten up loose skin?

Liposuction alone will not tighten skin that is loose and stretched.


4. Can the fat come back?

When fat cells are removed through liposuction, they are removed permanently. A patient would have to gain a large amount of weight to return to their original size in the area that was liposuctioned.


5. Is it true that other areas get fat after liposuction?

There is no truth to the idea that 'fat cells migrate' If you gain weight after surgery, it will be much more noticeable in the areas adjacent to the liposuctioned part.


6. Is liposuction surgery painful?

After surgery, you will feel sore and be bruised. Any discomfort can be alleviated with pain-relieving medication.


7. When can exercising be resumed?

Normal exercise can be resumed within several weeks after surgery.