Body Area Overview
Every body area responds differently to liposuction. Smaller zones like the chin and arms involve minimal fat removal and recover quickly, while the abdomen and flanks allow for larger-volume contouring with proportionally longer downtime. Skin quality matters too — areas with good elasticity (younger patients, non-smokers) produce tighter results without additional skin-removal surgery. Liposuction can remove pinchable fat in these zones. It cannot remove visceral fat, tighten loose skin, or treat cellulite.
The table below summarises what to expect for each zone, including typical cost ranges and the techniques most commonly used.
| Area | Typical Cost (US) | Recovery | Best Technique |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chin & Neck | $2,500–$5,500 | 2–4 days | Tumescent, laser |
| Arms | $3,000–$7,000 | 5–7 days | VASER, tumescent |
| Abdomen | $3,500–$8,000 | 5–10 days | Tumescent, VASER |
| Thighs | $3,000–$7,000 | 5–10 days | PAL, VASER, tumescent |
| Back & Flanks | $3,500–$7,500 | 5–7 days | PAL, VASER |
| 360° Body | $7,000–$18,000 | 7–14 days | VASER, tumescent |
| Men (chest/flanks) | $3,500–$8,000 | 5–10 days | VASER, HD lipo |
Area Guides
Select a body area for detailed information on technique, recovery, and expected results:
Chin & Neck
Submental liposuction for double-chin reduction — small incisions, quick recovery, dramatic jawline definition.
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Arm Liposuction
Upper arm contouring to reduce fat that diet has not shifted — technique selection, scarring risks, and compression guidance.
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Abdomen / Stomach
Stomach liposuction for upper and lower belly fat — candidacy, skin laxity considerations, and expected contour.
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Thigh Liposuction
Inner thighs, outer thighs and saddlebags — candidacy, cellulite limits, recovery and realistic results.
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Back & Flanks
Bra rolls, upper-back fat and love handles — fibrous-tissue challenges, recovery, risks and cost.
Read guide →Flanks & 360 Body
Full circumferential treatment — abdomen, flanks, and lower back sculpted together for proportional results.
Read guide →Liposuction for Men
Male-specific concerns — gynecomastia, love handles, chest contouring, and masculine body sculpting goals.
Read guide →Combining Multiple Areas
Treating multiple areas in a single session is common — most surgeons will combine up to 3–4 zones, provided the combined total aspirate (fat plus fluid) stays within the volume your surgeon judges safe for you; about 5 litres is the frequently cited ceiling. Our guide to how much fat can be removed explains the limits and when surgery is staged. Combining areas reduces overall cost, eliminates a second round of anaesthesia, and produces more proportional results.
The most popular combinations include:
- Abdomen + flanks — the classic pairing, often called "Lipo 360"
- Arms + chin — two small areas with fast recovery
- Abdomen + arms + chin — comprehensive contouring in one session
Discuss your goals with your surgeon during the consultation — they'll advise which combinations are safe based on your BMI, health status, and the total volume to be removed.