Women may have liposuction performed under the chin, on their hips, thighs, stomach, in the under arm, and breast area.

For men, common sites include under the chin and around the waist. Liposuction may also be used in the reduction of enlarged male breasts, a condition known as gynecomastia.

Healthy, normal weight people with elastic skin and pockets of excess fat are good candidates for surgery.

The best candidates for liposuction are of normal weight with localized areas of excess fat- for example, in the buttocks, hips, and thighs.

The surgeon inserts a cannula through small incisions in the skin. At the other end of the tube is a vacuum pressure unit that suctions off the fat.

A snug compression garment worn after surgery helps reduce swelling.

Improvement will become apparent after about several weeks, when most of the swelling has subsided.

As healing progresses, a more proportional look will emerge.

A slimmer body contour can help you feel more confident and comfortable.