Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat from specific areas of the body to improve body contours and proportions. It is not a weight-loss method but rather a body sculpting technique for individuals who have localized fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise.

The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, depending on the extent of the liposuction. The surgeon makes small incisions in discreet locations near the treatment area. A thin tube called a cannula is inserted through these incisions, and it is used to loosen and suction out the fat from the targeted areas. The surgeon uses a back-and-forth motion of the cannula to break apart fat cells, which are then suctioned out using a vacuum device or syringe. The amount of fat removed depends on the patient’s goals and the area being treated.