Liposuction And Weight Loss

Steven Batash

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April 30, 2025

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Many people have struggled with the kind of fat that just will not go away, regardless of what they do, how strict a diet they follow, or how strenuous their workout routine. So what can be done to get rid of this stubborn, unwanted fat? Liposuction can be a great solution for this scenario because it can target and eliminate fat that has accumulated in specific locations.

What if you are trying to lose weight? Does liposuction help you lose weight? Today, we are going to talk about fat removal vs. weight loss and what liposuction is designed to do and what it cannot do.

What Is Liposuction Designed To Do?

Since the approval of liposuction in 2006 by the FDA, there has been a lot of confusion about what it is intended to be used for. Social media and personal blogs have spread a good amount of wrong information about liposuction and weight loss, which has led to some confusion on the appropriate uses for liposuction.

Liposuction is a great way to reshape your body, add desired contours, and get rid of stubborn fat that has been non-responsive to diet and exercise. But does liposuction help you lose weight? Liposuction was created to help shape the body by removing fat from specific areas and is not a weight loss procedure, and was never meant to be one. But, because liposuction does remove excess fat, depending on the degree of excess fat removed, many people do see some weight loss after having liposuction.

Do You Lose Weight With Liposuction?

Many people believe that liposuction is a quick way to lose a lot of weight, but that is not exactly true. Liposuction was designed to target and remove fat from specific areas of the body, usually on people who are close to or have already reached their ideal weight but still have stubborn accumulations of fat that have not responded to traditional methods of weight loss.

Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure, but because it can remove a certain amount of fat from specific areas of the body, it can result in a small amount of weight loss.

How Much Weight Can You Lose With Liposuction?

Because of safety regulations, doctors are limited in the amount of fat (5 liters) they can remove during a single liposuction procedure, and each liter of fat weighs approximately 2 pounds. If a patient had enough excess fat for the doctor to remove the maximum 5 liters of fat, they could potentially lose anywhere between 10 and 11 pounds.

Everyone’s circumstances are different, and it is not safe for everyone to have 5 liters of fat removed, so each patient’s needs will be evaluated individually. Typically, these individuals see a significant reduction in lost inches and an average of about 5 pounds lost as a result of undergoing liposuction. This is only a modest reduction in weight, but it delivers the primary objective of liposuction, which is to enhance your body contours and symmetry by removing stubborn deposits of localized fat.

Which Candidates Will Experience The Most Liposuction Weight Loss?

Liposuction is intended for people who have used diet and exercise to get close to or reach their ideal weight and just need some help getting rid of the stubborn pockets of fat left behind.

But, that being said, individuals who have a significant amount of excess fat to lose and can withstand the maximum 5 liters of fat being removed can lose the most weight. (up to about 11 pounds)

Additionally, good candidates for liposuction include:

Individuals who are in good health.
Those who have stubborn fat that will not go away with diet and exercise.
People who are within about 30 percent of their ideal weight.
Individuals with good skin elasticity and adequate muscle tone.
Those who are dedicated to maintaining their results through healthy lifestyle choices.
Non-Smokers

Fat Removal vs. Weight Loss

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Some procedures are meant to be used for weight loss, while liposuction is designed to get rid of any extra fat that remains after weight loss procedures and diet and exercise have done all they can do.

When you lose weight through diet and exercise, you lose visceral fat, which is the fat that wraps itself around your vital organs and causes metabolic diseases. This fat is the most important to eliminate and should be your first concern. Liposuction and plastic surgery can remove peripheral fat, which can improve your appearance, but it will not enhance your metabolic health. Listen to Dr. Batash talk about the importance of losing visceral fat first before tackling aesthetic fat removal.

Comparison Chart Of Fat Removal vs. Weight Loss Comparison Chart
	VASER Liposuction	Endoscopic Weight Loss Procedures	Diet & Exercise
Type of Procedure	Surgical but minimally invasive (uses ultrasound to break up fat)	Non-surgical and minimally invasive (done through the mouth without incisions)	Permanent lifestyle changes
Technique	Minimally invasive (small incisions, ultrasound energy)	Minimally invasive (no cuts on the outside of the body)	Non-invasive
Fat or Weight Removed	Removes fat directly (up to 5 liters, about 10 pounds, in one session)	Gradual weight loss (can lose 15–25% of total body weight over 6–12 months)	Gradual fat and weight loss across the whole body
Main Purpose	Intended for body contouring, not major weight loss	Designed to promote weight loss for individuals who are overweight or moderately obese that lead to health improvements	Weight loss and management that lead to better health
Best For	People close to ideal weight with stubborn fat pockets	People who want to lose a moderate amount of weight without undergoing major surgery	Anyone wanting to improve their health and lose weight gradually.
Results Timeline	Some visible changes are Immediate with full results in 3 to 6 months	Gradual results over 6 to 12 months depending on the method	Weight loss is gradual and ongoing depending on how consistently lifestyle changes are implemented.
Recovery Time	About two weeks of downtime	Very little downtime (return to normal activities in 2–3 days)	No downtime
Pain Level	Mild to moderate discomfort after procedure	Mild discomfort such as sore throat, nausea, or bloating after the procedure	No pain, but requires effort and discipline
Cost Estimate	Around $6,000–$10,000 depending on areas treated	$6,000–$15,000 depending on the type of procedure and number of treatments	Costs associated with food, gym, or coaching expenses
Risks	Bruising, swelling, minor infection, rare uneven results	Nausea, vomiting, balloon deflation, stomach irritation and very rare risk of more serious side effects	Very low risks. Possible injury if exercises are done improperly.
Maintenance	Results will last indefinitely, if a healthy lifestyle is maintained

Where Can I Go To Learn More About Non-Surgical Weight Loss

If you are ready to lose weight and fat and reduce your BMI, Batash Endoscopic Weight Loss Center can help you reach these goals and improve your health. Dr. Batash and his team of expert professionals offer numerous non-surgical weight loss solutions that, when combined with healthy lifestyle choices, can result in significant and sustainable weight loss.

Suture Sculpt ESG and intragastric balloons use different techniques to reduce the size of your stomach to limit the amount you can eat at one time. Also, the smaller stomach takes longer to empty, so you stay full for a longer time, helping you to lose weight.

When you partner with Batash Endoscopic Weight Loss Center, you also gain access to a team of professionals that will provide you with the tools and strategies you need to achieve sustainable weight loss. They will be there to support you every step of the way, and you will not have to navigate your weight loss journey on your own. Set up your consultation today to learn how we can help you lose weight and improve your health.