Medical weight loss programs that include prescription appetite suppressants such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are highly effective for helping patients lose significant amounts of weight and improving overall health outcomes. While this is fantastic, some patients may want to pursue their aesthetic goals further, especially as they get down to those final 5-10 pounds of stubborn fat. No matter the weight loss journey, the reality stays the same that those last pounds will be the MOST stubborn to get rid of. It often requires further calorie restriction, macro tracking, and a highly regimented workout routine to sculpt or tone the body.
Body Sculpting vs. Weight Loss with Liposuction
It’s important to understand the distinction between weight loss and body sculpting. Liposuction is a body sculpting procedure that does not necessarily result in actual weight loss – but rather – fat loss that reshapes / sculpts the body. Liposuction is best utilized for spot reducing certain problem areas to create a desired shape and is not a tool for overall weight loss. If you are starting a weight loss journey or still working toward your weight loss goal, check out our medical weight loss program at Houston Weight Loss Center, but if you’re close to your goal, liposuction might be right for you!
Liposuction – A Complement to Weight Loss
Liposuction is a fantastic complement for those that have lost weight on GLP-1 medications such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide. Patients that have done the hard work to lose most of their weight but are not 100% happy with a few stubborn areas or remaining pounds, should consider liposuction to reach their ultimate body goal. It is a minimally invasive option that allows our surgeons to fine-tune those areas that are less responsive to diet, exercise, and even weight loss medications.
Does Liposuction Tighten Skin?
If you have lost significant amounts of weight on a GLP-1 medications and you have loose skin or folds, you may need a skin removal procedure rather than liposuction. If you’re not sure what procedure is right for you, the best way to find out if you qualify for liposuction is to schedule a free consultation with one of our surgeons.
Popular Liposuction Areas After Weight Loss
The most popular areas for liposuction after weight loss are the ‘typical’ problem spots that most people have trouble reducing on their own – love handles, lower abdomen, hips, arms, chin, and inner / outer thighs. These areas are often more prone to fat storage and can be extremely difficult to lose through traditional weight loss methods, even those that include weight loss medication. What areas you choose for liposuction will be based on your body type, where you tend to store fat, and your own personal body goals & preferences. You can discuss your aesthetic goals at your free liposuction consultation.
