Many women turn to liposculpture to not only reduce problem areas, but also to change their shape. With modern liposculpture techniques a problem area can not only be reduced, but in some cases it can be entirely eliminated. Look at the legs below. Their shape has changed completely as the saddlebag area has not only been reduced, but totally removed.

The overall effect is that the leg now looks longer as it appears to start much higher, probably about 10-12 centimetres higher than before the procedure.

Visually, the leg appears more straight up and down, finer. Most women report being able to wear a greater variety of clothes without any alteration and feel happier about wearing swimming costumes and bikinis.

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Visually, the leg appears more straight up and down, finer as well as being less bulky.

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This effect can be achieved even if the saddlebag deformity is quite large, the important thing is that the area is treated so that the maximum amount of fatty material is removed. This ensures that the area treated is either almost or completely flat.

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Often some of the most dramatic shape changes can occur if even a small amount is removed. It is the shape created by removing the bump which is important as this alters the outline of the leg, again looking longer, thinner and finer.

Great volume reductions are also possible and can completely change the look of the areas from the hips to the thighs. At least a size has been reduced from the areas in this case.

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It is important to remember though, that often other areas may require treatment as well to achieve the best result. Here, it would be impossible to remove enough from the outer thighs and make the legs look longer without treating the hips as well, or the hips would certainly protrude. A total of 2500ml was removed in this case.

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Common questions about liposculpture to make legs appear longer

Who is a candidate for this procedure ?

Usually women suitable for this procedure would have a definite saddlebag formation and a bulge in the outer thighs due to fatty material alone. Sometimes the underlying bone can interfere preventing or limiting this straighter look. Whether this can be achieved or not is best assessed at a consultation.

Is it permanent?

Yes, the reduction in the the areas will be permanent improvement in the shape of the leg and outline of the body, provided that your weight remains stable after the procedure.

Are there any scars or changes to sensation?

The small access holes are 1-2mm wide. They are not sutured after the procedure and essentially are invisible after a couple of weeks. As all the instruments used in this surgery are quite blunt, there is generally no change to how the legs feel after the first few weeks. There will be some bruising for two to three weeks, so if you are planning a holiday it is important to leave enough time for this to settle.

What support garments are required?

A special lycra bodysuit compressive garment is used for two weeks or so after the procedure.

How long does the procedure take?

Most procedures take from between 2 to 2 1/2 hours to complete.

How much time will I need off...?

In general you should plan on taking 1-2 days off work or slightly longer if your work is active. It would be about 3 weeks before normal gym activities or jogging should be restarted.

And the cost?

The cost of this procedure varies according to the areas that require treatment and whether the area is treated alone or in conjunction with other areas. (This is most common.) For an accurate costing, please use the online consultation or make an appointment by phoning (02) 99061555.

All of the "before and after" images used on this page have not been manipulated or enhanced in any way. Liposculpture was the only treatment performed. There is no guarantee that other people will experience similar results to those shown here.