Liposuction
Liposuction removes localised pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise, reshaping specific areas of the body. It is a body-contouring procedure, not a weight-loss treatment.
Who this procedure suits
Liposuction addresses fat that sits in stubborn, localised areas despite a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. It refines body contour rather than reducing overall body weight, and it works best when skin quality is good enough to adapt to the new shape.
A good candidate if
- You are at or near a stable, healthy weight
- You have localised fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise
- Your skin has reasonable elasticity
- You have realistic expectations about contour improvement, not weight loss
Not suitable if
- You have significant loose or excess skin needing surgical removal
- You have uncontrolled diabetes or a bleeding disorder
- You are pregnant or planning pregnancy soon
- You smoke and are unwilling to stop before and after surgery
How the procedure is performed
Consultation
We assess the areas you want treated, your skin quality, and your general health. We discuss what liposuction can and cannot achieve for your body.
Preparation
Blood tests and, if needed, medical clearance. You will be asked to stop smoking and certain medications before surgery.
Surgery
Small incisions allow a thin cannula to loosen and suction fat from the targeted areas. Where medically appropriate, VASER ultrasound-assisted liposuction may be used to loosen fat more selectively, and a skin-tightening technology such as Argo Plasma or J-Plasma may be added to address mild skin laxity in the treated area. Compression garments are fitted at the end of the procedure.
Follow-up
We review healing, swelling, and garment fit at scheduled visits over the following weeks and months.
Recovery — what actually happens
Honest medicine — the risks
Every surgical procedure carries potential risks. Risks vary with the procedure and your health, and the surgeon will discuss them with you along with the measures used to reduce them:
Frequently asked questions
Is liposuction a weight-loss procedure?
No. It reshapes specific areas of fat and works best for people already close to a stable weight.
Will the fat come back?
Treated fat cells are removed permanently, but weight gain afterward can still affect remaining areas.
How many areas can be treated at once?
This depends on your health and the volume involved. We discuss a safe plan during consultation.
When will I see the final result?
Initial swelling settles within weeks, but the final contour is usually visible after a few months.
Does liposuction tighten loose skin?
Liposuction on its own does not tighten skin significantly. Where medically appropriate, a skin-tightening technology such as Argo Plasma or J-Plasma can be combined with the procedure to improve mild laxity. For significant loose skin, a lifting procedure is usually the better option. Dr Roseli will advise what suits your case at consultation.
What is VASER, Argo Plasma or J-Plasma?
VASER is an ultrasound-assisted technique that loosens fat more selectively before it is removed. Argo Plasma and J-Plasma are energy-based technologies that can be used to tighten skin and refine body contour. They are not used in every case — they are offered only where they are medically appropriate for your anatomy and goals.
Is this procedure right for you?
The only correct answer comes from a clinical examination. Book a consultation — in person, or by video if you are outside the UAE.