Everything You Should Know About Pelvic Liposuction

Despite our best efforts, it's nearly impossible to get rid of the fat that accumulates above the pubic bone. This area can be a hassle for many women because it can make clothes fit tighter than they should and be uncomfortable.

Whether the fat is genetic, hormonal, or caused by pregnancy, exercise and a proper diet don't always have much effect. For some, even once the whole body begins to slim during weight loss, the layer of pubic fat remains stubbornly present.

Yet, there's no need to worry.

When lifestyle changes fail to remove stubborn fat deposits in the upper pelvic area, fat removal options like liposuction can give you the look you desire and deserve. If you're wondering if pelvic liposuction is the procedure for you, keep reading. 

What is Pelvic Liposuction?

Liposuction for the upper pelvic area aims to reduce excess fat cells in the mons pubis area. During the procedure, a plastic surgeon makes small incisions on the pubic mound and in the groin creases. Then, they will insert a thin tube known as a cannula to suction out pelvic fat cells.

Traditional versions of this procedure often require general anesthesia and large incisions. With newer fat removal techniques like AirSculpt, patients can remain fully awake under local anesthesia, which reduces risks and total cost.

In addition to reducing risks, staying awake during pelvic liposuction can shorten downtime. Most patients need only a few days of bed rest, but should avoid hard physical activity for up to two weeks.

Fat cells are permanently removed during liposuction. In the case of weight gain after treatment, other body parts will tend to expand before the pelvic region. 

Most patients see a firmer, flatter pelvic appearance within three to six months of their procedure. Many find that the mound near the pelvic bone can be fully removed, but results vary among patients.

Candidates For Pelvic Liposuction

Ideal candidates for upper pelvic liposuction have fat deposits in the pubic bone area. Before considering a cosmetic procedure, it is usually better to try exercise and diet.

Patients must refrain from smoking for some weeks before and after the procedure, given that it can drastically slow down the recovery process.

You should be near your healthy weight before undergoing a fat removal surgery like traditional liposuction. Liposuction does not serve as a weight-loss method, and patients should not treat it as one.

The surgeon will also assess your skin laxity to see if it will retract once the excess fat is removed. If you have low skin elasticity, you may want to consider a pubic lift to avoid drooping or loose skin. Patients with a large amount of fat removed may also require a skin-tightening solution to prevent loose skin after the treatment.

Many candidates pair pubic liposuction with a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) for more comprehensive results. With new options like AirSculpt, skin tightening add-ons like AirSculpt+ can help complement your fat removal in one seamless treatment.  

It is also essential to have realistic expectations for pubic liposuction. After all, it is a surgical procedure, and the possibility of undergoing risks or medical complications is still present.

So, be sure to ask your surgeon all the important questions. Be ready to follow recovery tips to a tee, including wearing your compression garment as prescribed.

Does Insurance Cover Pelvic Liposuction?

Only in very rare cases is mons pubis reduction covered by health insurance. The same applies to other pelvic area treatments, like a pubic lift.

Because these procedures address aesthetic concerns like stubborn fat and loose skin, providers do not deem them medically necessary. Many practices offer financing options to help patients pay for their treatment over time.

AirSculpt: An Easy Pelvic Liposuction Alternative

Pubic Area AirSculpt® delivers results as dramatic as traditional pelvic liposuction but without many of its risks. Using a minimally invasive approach, the patented method can remove excess fat with a delicate plucking motion. It provides surgeons with enhanced finesse, which is key to sculpting the pelvic region, and shortens downtime after treatment.

AirSculpt alone helps tighten skin. Still, for patients with excess skin in the pubic area, the AirSculpt+ option dramatically tightens the pubic area after fat removal. Many patients avoid the more invasive tummy tuck and traditional pubic liposuction options with Pubic AirSculpt+.

Because the AirSculpt® process doesn't use a scalpel, stitches, or general anesthesia, downtime is just 48 hours. By contrast, traditional pubic-area liposuction will have you resting for one to two weeks to enjoy your results.

For more information about our seamless pelvic liposuction alternative, contact AirSculpt Houston or the body contouring office nearest you to set up a free consultation.