Liposuction Surgery

You cannot choose where the body stores fat nor how or where it is burned. Targeted fat loss is not possible through diet or exercise, and many people have fat deposits that refuse to deplete even with a rigid diet and exercise program. Liposuction is a body contouring solution to resistant fat deposits, offering a …

ABOUT Liposuction Surgery

 way to reshape and sculpt your face and body. Our aesthetic team at Be That Beautiful™ Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills offers liposuction surgery for our patients that want to look their best at every stage of their life.

If you carry extra fat around your midsection or have saddlebags on the outside of your thighs, it can be nearly impossible to shrink these specific fat deposits. Liposuction is designed to help those within a normal weight range for their height and frame reshape their body. There are different types of liposuction surgeries available at Be That Beautiful™, including tumescent and “Awake” procedures. Both can be used to contour your chin, neck, arms, abdomen, thighs or other areas that have diet-resistant fat deposits.

Liposuction surgery is performed using small incisions to access and suction out the fat under the skin. Tumescent liposuction is the most common type of “lipo” performed, using an anesthetic solution that helps minimize blood loss. Tumescent lipo is usually performed under general anesthesia, and it allows larger amounts of fat to be removed in one procedure. The incisions used are very small, and the scars are usually not visible once they heal.

Lipo Contouring Procedures

Whether you have a double chin, or a muffin top you want gone, lipo procedures can accomplish your aesthetic goals. Dr. Obaid Chaudhry is a highly respected and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who utilizes cutting-edge liposuction techniques at our plastic surgery center in Los Angeles. From precise Awake lipo using only local anesthesia to tumescent and non-surgical liposuction options, we offer multiple ways to reshape your fatty areas. Our liposuction surgery procedures include advanced options such as:

Regardless of the liposuction or fat removal procedure used, the results can offer permanent reshaping of your face, neck or body. Both liposuction surgery and non-surgical options like SmoothSculpt procedures permanently remove fat cells from the targeted area. Once gone, fat cells do not return, changing your shape forever. While you can gain weight and retain fat in other areas, those fat cells are permanently gone.

Awake Versus Traditional Liposuction

Dr. Chaudhry offers Awake lipo, a safer and more convenient option compared to traditional liposuction. Patients are not put under general anesthesia with Awake lipo, minimizing risks associated with surgery. Dr. O.C. received specialized training to perform this less invasive procedure, which can reduce the side effects of general anesthesia such as grogginess, nauseous and vomiting.

Awake liposuction is wonderful for those with smaller fat deposits to be removed. If there is more significant excess fat, tumescent or traditional lipo is a better option. Dr. Chaudhry can discuss which procedure is best for your body contouring surgery and what to expect during and after your fat removal treatment.

Liposuction is one of the least invasive plastic surgeries with a quicker recovery time than most cosmetic procedures. Patients are up walking the same day, and most can return to work and normal activities in a few days. While it takes a few months for all the swelling and inflammation to dissipate, you can see a difference almost immediately. The final results become apparent in the following weeks and months after surgery.

If you want to reshape your body or lose that double chin, cosmetic liposculpture may be the solution. To learn more, contact us at Be That Beautiful™ Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills to schedule your liposuction consultation with Dr. O.C.

Liposuction Surgery FAQ

You may be a great candidate for liposuction if you’re close to your ideal weight but struggle with stubborn fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, or neck. Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure—it’s a body contouring solution for people with good skin elasticity and realistic expectations.

Liposuction can target multiple areas including the abdomen, waist, love handles, back, arms, thighs, neck, chin, and even knees. During your consultation, we’ll create a customized plan to address the areas you want to contour while maintaining overall body balance.

Most patients experience swelling, bruising, and mild soreness for the first few days. Compression garments are typically worn for several weeks to support healing and shape the results. Light activities can resume in a few days, while more strenuous activities should be avoided for about 4–6 weeks.

Liposuction is not designed for weight loss. It removes localized fat pockets to improve contour and shape. While the number on the scale may change slightly, the biggest difference is how your clothes fit and how your body looks.

Real People. Real Results

before and after image results for Liposuction procedures that speak for themselves​

Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation

Gynecomastia

RibSculpt

RibSculpt

RibSculpt

Smooth Sculpt BBL

Smooth Sculpt BBL

5/5

I’ve always been active, but no diet or workout ever eliminated my stubborn belly and love handles. Getting liposuction on my abdomen and flanks was the turning point. The day of surgery, Dr. Chaudhry walked me through everything, and the recovery surprised me much less painful than I expected. By week three I saw real contour, and people keep saying I look leaner immediately. Clothes fit, curves show, and I finally feel like my body matches my effort.

Liposuction (Abdomen & Flanks)
5/5

My thighs bothered me for years — inner knee fat, unable to wear shorts without feeling insecure. I had liposuction on my thighs and inner knees, and the difference is subtle yet moves like crazy in photos. The swelling took a bit, but after about a month, I could bend comfortably and walk without discomfort. Now I’m confident in skirts and beach wear. Even sitting down, I feel the smoothness I couldn’t have imagined.

Liposuction (Thighs + Inner Knee)
5/5

As a guy, the back rolls under my bra strap area always made me self-conscious. Liposuction on the back really cleaned up those lines. Recovery was uncomfortable for a few days, but the team was amazing they checked in, helped with compression, and guided me exactly. Now wearing tight shirts feels flattering instead of hideous. It’s amazing what a bit of refined contour does for posture and confidence.

Liposuction (Back & Bra Rolls)
5/5

I hated my arms — always long sleeves, even in summer. Dr. Chaudhry removed the extra fat from my arms and underarms, and now I actually like wearing tank tops. The procedure was smooth: minimal pain, great anesthesia, staff that reassured every step. It’s been two months and the arms look firmer, looser skin is tightening, and I feel proud when I look in the mirror. Best part: no one can tell I had surgery unless I say something.

Liposuction (Arms & Underarms)

Candidates for
Liposuction Surgery

  • You have localized fat deposits that don’t respond to diet or exercise.
  • Your skin is firm enough to contract smoothly after fat is removed.
  • You’re at or near your ideal weight and committed to maintaining it.
  • You have no major medical conditions that would impair healing or increase surgical risk.
  • You understand liposuction is for contouring, not weight loss, and results vary by body type.

Say goodbye to stubborn fat with our advanced liposuction procedure. Designed to sculpt and contour your body, liposuction targets areas diet and exercise can’t reach. Book your consultation today and take the first step toward your dream shape.

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Quick answers to questions you may have

Results are long-lasting as long as you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Fat cells that are removed do not grow back, but remaining fat cells can expand if you gain significant weight. Most patients enjoy their new shape for years.

Liposuction incisions are very small—typically less than a centimeter—and are placed in discreet locations whenever possible. With proper care, they usually fade significantly over time and are barely noticeable.

Liposuction removes fat but does not tighten skin. If skin elasticity is poor, your surgeon may recommend combining liposuction with a skin tightening treatment or lift (like tummy tuck, neck lift, or arm lift) to achieve the best results.

Yes, depending on the area and technique used, awake liposuction can be performed under local anesthesia with mild sedation. Many patients prefer this option for smaller areas or quicker recovery. Your surgeon will discuss what’s safest and most comfortable for you.

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