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Is it common to do male liposuction to improve body contours?

Men absolutely can get liposuction and can have great results. Liposuction is targeted permanent fat removal of specific areas that do not respond well to diet and exercise. It is one of the best methods of shaping and sculpting the body, removing fat and displaying a more flattering physique.

Clinical Context

Male fat can differ a bit from female fat — it's often firmer and denser, which can make procedures take a little longer or cause slightly more bruising, but this doesn't make liposuction less safe for men. The biggest factors in overall risk are how much fat is removed in one session and whether liposuction is combined with another surgery, since that means more time under anesthesia. Skin elasticity also affects results, since tighter skin tends to contour more smoothly after fat removal.

Answered By

Dr. Steven Williams

President Emeritus of ASPS

Dr. Steven Williams is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the Past President of the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a charitable person who dedicates his life to those in need of his unique expertise.

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