Liposuction may help address localised areas of stubborn fat. Get to know more about liposuction and other options through a guided consultation.
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When you eat well, exercise, and still see stubborn pockets of fat where you wish you didn’t, you don’t have to accept this as your forever body type. Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to address localised fat deposits that lifestyle alone hasn’t helped to shift.
At My Cosmetic Clinic, we aim to adjust your shape by removing excess fat deposits like these. Whether your concern is your chin, abdomen, flanks, or elsewhere, we provide a careful assessment intended to help you assess whether liposuction may be an option for you.
Typically, liposuction may be suitable for people who:
All surgical procedures carry risks, and results vary depending on individual anatomy, health, and recovery. These aspects will be discussed during your thorough one-on-one consultation with our qualified practitioners. A comprehensive estimate will be provided following a detailed consultation tailored to your individual needs. Please note that fees may vary depending on procedure complexity and any additional services required.
There are several liposuction techniques. At My Cosmetic Clinic, we use a common method called tumescent liposuction. This is a day procedure using local or general anaesthetic, depending on the area and the volume of fat intended for removal.
At the beginning of a tumescent liposuction procedure, Dr Ansari will administer fluid containing saline, a local anaesthetic (such as lidocaine), and a vasoconstrictor (such as epinephrine) into the targeted area. This aims to:
As with any surgical procedure, suitability varies from person to person. A consultation with a qualified medical practitioner is required to assess your individual circumstances, discuss potential risks and outcomes, and determine whether this type of liposuction is appropriate for you.
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It’s normal to be anxious before undergoing any surgical procedures, including cosmetic procedures like liposuction. We understand this well, and welcome any questions you may have during your consultation, in the lead-up to your surgery, on the day, and during liposuction recovery.
Generally, you may expect:
Pre-surgery preparation will depend on the treatment area size and other personal factors that Dr Ansari will discuss with you. Typically, you should fast from midnight the night before (unless otherwise advised) and ensure you have a comfortable space set up at home to rest in.
When you arrive for your surgery, your nurse will get you settled into the pre-op area and give you garments to wear during surgery, if required. Dr Ansari will take 'before' pictures and outline incision sites before taking you into the theatre. During the procedure, he will:
After liposuction surgery, you will need somebody to take you home where you can rest. You'll likely feel sleepy and experience temporary side effects such as swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort. These typically begin to reduce after a few days to a week.
Recovery time varies depending on a wide range of factors, including the area addressed. Generally, people take one to two weeks to return to work and may take six to eight weeks to return to their exercise routine.
Whether you’re considering body surgery such as abdominal liposuction or facial surgery like double chin surgery, our process typically looks like:
You'll need a GP referral before your consultation.
This is an in-person consultation with Dr Ansari, followed by a mandatory two-week cooling-off period where you can decide whether to go ahead with the procedure or not.
A pre-operative assessment and scheduling of your liposuction procedure, following approval.
Dr Ansari will perform your procedure and provide post-operative care information. Your nurse will confirm that they will call you the next day to check in, and you may contact us at any time with questions or concerns.
Consultation fees apply. A cooling-off period is required in accordance with Australian regulations.
Dr Masood Ansari
Registered Medical Practitioner (MED0000942278)
Dr Ansari began his initial surgical training in the United Kingdom under the National Health Service and obtained membership in the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 2006. He then completed extensive cosmetic surgery training in Australia, where he was granted a fellowship from the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery.
Member of the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Master of Science
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons
Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery
The outcome shown applies to this patient only and does not reflect the results other patients may experience. Individual results vary.
Dr Ansari is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and has years of training and experience across the UK and Australia.
All members of the My Cosmetic Clinic team are warm and welcoming, aiming to help people feel comfortable and cared for.
We pride ourselves on putting you first with our medical-led care and focus on what we believe may be best for you.
Liposuction aims to permanently remove fat cells from the targeted area. This means that for many people, liposuction results may last for many years, decades, or a lifetime.
However, liposuction does not remove all fat cells, and it is not a substitute for diet and exercise. If you gain weight, the remaining fat cells in your body may expand. As such, you should continue to eat a healthy diet and stick to an exercise routine that you enjoy.
Many people report they don’t find the procedure painful, due to the anaesthetic used during surgery. People typically describe muscle soreness in the affected area, like after strenuous exercise. This is usually worse in the days following liposuction surgery, and gradually subsides.
Recovery often involves stiffness, tenderness, tightness, bruising, and swelling. This also tends to subside after one to two weeks.
All surgical procedures carry risks, liposuction included. We aim to minimise risk wherever possible, and inform you during your consultation if there may be any additional risks to consider. Generally, potential risks of liposuction include:
Yes, you need a referral from your GP to attend an initial consultation for cosmetic surgery.
When you book your surgery date, you’ll be asked to order a compression garment with our team. This tight garment goes over the treated area and aims to reduce swelling, help with skin contraction, and lower the risk of seromas and bruising. Dr Ansari will tell you how long to wear it (typically several weeks full-time, plus several weeks of nighttime use).
Liposuction cost typically varies depending on your treatment plan and the area you want to address. We will provide a personalised quote after your consultation.
General anaesthesia is generally not required for liposuction, as the tumescent technique aims to numb the area and most patients find this sufficient. Patient safety is our highest priority, and tumescent liposuction may carry a lower risk of complications than general anaesthesia.
However, if you’re concerned or would prefer general anaesthesia, please let us know, and we may be able to arrange it.
Liposuction is typically performed to address excess fat cells in the:
Liposuction aims to remove fatty tissue beneath the skin, but it doesn’t directly remove or tighten loose skin. The appearance of the overlying skin after surgery depends on factors such as skin elasticity, age, and the amount of fat removed. If there is significant skin laxity, Dr Ansari may discuss whether another procedure may be more appropriate.
Depending on the area or areas being addressed, liposuction may take between one and three hours. However, this is just the surgical time, and pre-operative care and post-operative care will add extra time. We recommend allocating a full day on the day of your surgery.
Yes, however, the incisions will likely be small (typically less than 1cm), so the scars should not be significant. They will generally fade over time, though this may vary from person to person.
We aim to remove up to 3-4 litres of fat. This may be less if it’s in a smaller body part (for example, the chin). Removing too much fat in one procedure may increase risks of complications such as fluid imbalance, shock, and contour irregularities.
If our treatment plan involves removing more than 4 litres of fatty tissue, we may arrange further surgery after your primary procedure.
Considering liposuction is a personal decision, and one we don’t take lightly. At My Cosmetic Clinic, we offer experienced, personalised care and an honest, informative approach. To explore your options with support and without pressure, contact us today.
Important Information
All cosmetic procedures carry risk. Outcomes vary between individuals and depend on your health, your anatomy, your skin, and how your body responds. No result can be guaranteed.
Any images shown of actual patients treated at My Cosmetic Clinic are published with consent and show the outcome for that patient only. They do not indicate the result you would experience. Any use of stock imagery is not reflective of results.
Some procedures involve prescription-only medicines. Under Australian law, these cannot be named or advertised to the public. Whether a prescription medicine is suitable for you is a decision made with a qualified health practitioner during consultation, after an assessment of your history and your goals.
Every procedure requires a consultation before treatment. During that consultation, your practitioner will explain the risks, the likely recovery, how long any effect may take to appear, how long it may last, and how often treatment may need to be repeated. You will be given time to consider your options before you decide.
Information on this website is general in nature. It is not a diagnosis, a recommendation, or a substitute for advice about your own circumstances.
Read more about the risks of the procedures we offer here: https://mycosmeticclinic.net/risks/
If you have a concern about your care, you can raise it with the clinic, with the Health Care Complaints Commission in NSW, or with Ahpra.
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