Liposuction procedures for men rank fourth in the most popular cosmetic services among males (after rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and breast reduction), with 26,000 procedures performed in 2015, up 5% from the previous year. Men account for 12% of all liposuction procedures, and that number is on the rise.
A part of the shift is cultural. As U.S. culture places increased importance on health and fitness, men are facing the expectations to remain trim and fit much more than ever before. Liposuction is an effective way to reduce accumulations of fat that naturally build up on your body over time. The procedure uses a special suction device to permanently remove excess fatty tissue from the area below the skin. Once the surgery is complete, the treated area will appear flatter and more in proportion to the rest of the body.
Even if you work out and keep up an active lifestyle, there may be some stubborn fat deposits that you may not be able to get rid of. Liposuction is versatile because it can target specific areas you’re having trouble with, and leave other parts of your body alone. For men, the most common problem areas include the abdomen, “love handles,” neckline, and chest area. These parts of the body tend to be particularly resistant to exercise and dieting as people age. Liposuction leaves nearly invisible scars, meaning that others don’t have to know about your procedure.
As cosmetic surgery grows in popularity and men become increasingly aware of the options available to them, liposuction will surely be one of the procedures that quickly grows in popularity. Contact St. Charles Plastic Surgery today to learn more about the benefits of liposuction for men.