What Liposuction Can and Can’t Do
Refining Shape — Not a Weight Loss Solution
Liposuction is ideal for individuals who are close to their goal weight but have localized fat deposits that don’t respond to diet or exercise. It’s not a substitute for weight loss, but it is a powerful sculpting tool that can improve definition and proportion in areas like the abdomen, hips, thighs, and chin.
Realistic Expectations, Long-Lasting Results
When performed by an experienced surgeon, liposuction offers long-lasting results, as long as patients maintain a healthy lifestyle. At Peterson MD, we guide you through the process to ensure your goals, anatomy, and expectations align with the outcomes we can achieve safely.
Popular Areas Treated with Liposuction
- Abdomen and waist: Remove stubborn fat and enhance waistline curves
- Flanks (love handles): Create smoother side contours
- Thighs and hips: Slim and balance lower body shape
- Upper arms: Improve definition and reduce bulk
- Chin and neck: Refine jawline and reduce a “double chin” appearance
Combining Liposuction with Other Procedures
Liposuction can be performed on its own or paired with other surgeries for enhanced results:
- Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty): Remove excess skin and fat for full abdominal transformation
- Facial procedures: Refine the jawline and neckline during lower face lifts
- Fat grafting: Transfer removed fat to areas needing volume (e.g., buttocks, breasts, face)
Techniques and Recovery
Peterson MD uses safe, effective liposuction techniques tailored to your anatomy and comfort. Recovery time depends on the area treated and whether other procedures are performed, but most patients can return to light activity in a few days and normal routines within two weeks.
Maintaining Your Results
Liposuction removes fat cells permanently, but weight gain can affect results over time. That’s why we support our patients with guidance on post-op care and healthy living to maintain their new shape long-term.
Book Your Kelowna Liposuction Consultation Today
At Peterson MD Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery in Kelowna, we offer expert liposuction procedures designed to contour, combine, and transform your appearance. Whether you're targeting one area or exploring a full-body transformation, we’ll build a custom surgical plan that aligns with your goals. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn if liposuction is right for you.
FAQs
Q: What is liposuction?
A: Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits to reshape and contour specific areas of the body. Contact Peterson MD Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery today to book a liposuction appointment.
Q: Is liposuction a weight loss surgery?
A: No, it’s not for weight loss. It’s best for people who are close to their ideal weight but have areas of fat that won’t go away with diet and exercise.
Q: What areas can be treated with liposuction?
A: Common areas include the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, chin, and neck.
