Liposuction is surgery that removes stubborn fat from specific areas, such as the tummy, waist, back, arms, thighs or under the chin, to reshape the body's contours. At 7 Dimensions Medical Center (7DMC), liposuction is performed by our plastic surgeon using real-time ultrasound guidance, with techniques including Lipo 360, high-definition (HD) and Vaser liposuction. It is a shaping procedure, not a weight-loss treatment, and it starts with a free consultation at our Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3) or Al Barsha (Arjan) branch.
Liposuction removes fat cells through small incisions using a thin tube called a cannula. The area is first filled with a fluid that numbs it and reduces bleeding, then the fat is loosened and suctioned out in a controlled way to sculpt a smoother, more defined shape. Fat cells removed by liposuction do not grow back, but remaining fat cells can still enlarge if you gain weight, so a stable weight keeps the result.
| Technique | What it means | Often chosen for |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional liposuction | Tumescent fluid and a cannula to remove fat | One or two defined areas |
| Lipo 360 | The whole waist treated as one unit: tummy, flanks and back | A smaller, smoother waistline all the way round |
| HD (high-definition) liposuction | Detailed sculpting that follows the body's natural muscle lines | People close to their ideal weight who want definition |
| Vaser liposuction | Ultrasound energy loosens fat before it is removed | Fibrous areas such as the back and male chest |
| Ultrasound-guided liposuction | The surgeon watches the layers under the skin on a live ultrasound screen | Precision |
| Fat transfer | Removed fat is purified and moved to the buttocks, breasts or face | BBL and fat transfer breast augmentation |
Liposuction may suit you if you:
It is not right for you if you:
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Talk to our team at Jumeirah or Al Barsha. We will answer your questions and help you choose the right next step.
You see a change in shape soon after surgery, but swelling hides much of the final result at first. Most swelling settles over 6 to 8 weeks, and the final contour usually shows at 3 to 6 months. Results vary from person to person and depend on keeping a stable weight.
Typical recovery:
Liposuction is surgery, and like all surgery it carries risks. Your surgeon explains them in full at your consultation. They include:
Ultrasound guidance helps the surgeon see the layers under the skin during treatment, one of the ways our surgeon works to make the procedure precise.
The cost of liposuction in Dubai usually ranges from AED 12,000 to AED 25,000 for one area, depending on the number and size of areas, the technique (traditional, Lipo 360, HD or Vaser) and the clinic. Typical ranges: Liposuction, one area, AED 12,000 to AED 25,000; Lipo 360 or Vaser liposuction, AED 20,000 to AED 45,000. These are typical market prices across Dubai clinics, not a 7DMC price list. At 7DMC, your surgeon confirms your exact price in writing at your consultation, before any treatment.
Abdominal liposuction is usually priced as one or two areas in Dubai, typically within AED 12,000 to AED 25,000 for one area. If you also have loose skin, your surgeon may suggest combining it with a tummy tuck, which changes the price.
Lipo 360 treats the tummy, flanks and back together, so the waist is reshaped all the way round rather than from the front only.
Vaser liposuction uses ultrasound energy to loosen fat before it is removed, which can help in firmer, fibrous areas such as the back or male chest.
No. Liposuction reshapes areas of stubborn fat in people at or near a stable weight. It is not a substitute for weight loss.
Most people return to desk work in 1 to 2 weeks, wear a compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks and see their final shape at 3 to 6 months.
It can reduce fat under the chin. Chin (submental) liposuction removes fat under the chin through a tiny incision. For mild fat with loose skin, Endolift or our double chin treatments may be enough.
Yes. Common areas for men are the tummy, flanks and chest. Excess male chest tissue is treated with gynecomastia surgery.
Yes. Your first consultation with our plastic surgeon is free, and you leave with a written plan and price.
