Get fast access to liposuction with our experienced cosmetic surgeons
Liposuction is a popular and effective cosmetic procedure designed to remove stubborn pockets of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise alone.
At The Sloane Hospital, you can access expert-led private liposuction in Beckenham, delivered in a comfortable private hospital environment.
You may maintain a healthy lifestyle but still struggle with localised fat deposits around areas such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, arms, back or chin. Liposuction can help refine the shape of your body, improve proportion, and enhance your overall confidence by targeting these specific areas.
All procedures at our hospital are carried out by experienced consultant plastic surgeons who take a personalised, safety-first approach to your care. Choosing private treatment means you have faster access to consultations, continuity with the same consultant, and clear guidance on what results you can realistically expect.
At The Sloane Hospital, your liposuction treatment is delivered by experienced consultant plastic surgeons who specialise in body contouring procedures.
Your care is tailored to you, with time taken to understand your goals, assess your suitability, and create a treatment plan that aligns with your expectations.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes excess fat cells from targeted areas of your body using a specialised suction technique. It is not a weight-loss treatment, but rather a body contouring procedure designed for people who are close to their ideal weight but have areas of fat that are resistant to lifestyle changes.
Common areas where you might have liposuction include:
Your consultant surgeon will assess which areas can be safely treated and advise on the results you can expect based on your body shape and goals.
Liposuction can be an effective option for refining your body shape, but it is not suitable for everyone. During your consultation, your surgeon will assess your overall health, discuss your expectations, and determine whether liposuction is the most appropriate treatment for you.
You may be a suitable candidate if you:
Liposuction works best when your skin can naturally adjust after fat removal. If there is significant skin laxity, alternative or additional procedures may be recommended.
It is important to understand that liposuction enhances body contours but does not replace healthy lifestyle habits or prevent future weight gain.
The cost of liposuction at The Sloane Hospital depends on the number of areas treated, the complexity of the procedure and the type of anaesthesia required.
You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.
Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.
Liposuction at The Sloane Hospital is performed in a modern operating theatre under either general anaesthetic or local anaesthetic with sedation, depending on your treatment plan.
On the day of your surgery, you will be admitted by the clinical team, who will guide you through each stage and ensure you feel comfortable.
Once the general anaesthesia has taken effect, small incisions are made in your skin, and the cannula is used to remove fat in a controlled and precise way.
The procedure typically lasts between one and three hours, depending on the areas being treated. After surgery, you will be monitored in recovery before returning to your private room. Compression garments are applied to support healing and reduce swelling, and most patients return home the same day or after a short overnight stay.
Your recovery varies depending on the extent of the procedure and your individual healing process. It is normal to experience some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort in the first few weeks, but these symptoms gradually improve.
Most people can return to light activities within a few days and resume work within one to two weeks, depending on their role. Wearing compression garments as advised is important to support healing and optimise your results.
The results of surgery develop over several months as swelling reduces and your body adjusts. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle will help preserve your results long term.
You may notice changes in your body shape once initial swelling starts to reduce, usually within a few weeks. However, results take longer to fully develop. As your body heals and swelling continues to subside, the treated areas become more defined.
Most people see their results after around three to six months. Your surgeon will guide you on what to expect and how to support your recovery for the best outcome.
Liposuction permanently removes fat cells from the treated areas. Your body does not regenerate new fat cells in that area under normal conditions, which is why the results can be long lasting.
However, this does not mean the area can never change again. There are still some fat cells left behind, and these can expand if you gain weight. So, while the treated area will usually remain slimmer and more contoured than before, it can still increase in size slightly if your weight dramatically changes.
It is important to understand that liposuction does not prevent your body from storing fat in the future. If you gain weight after the procedure, the remaining fat cells in other areas of your body can still expand.
Maintaining a stable weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise will help you preserve your results over the long term. Your surgeon will discuss this with you during your consultation, so you have a clear and realistic understanding of what to expect after treatment.
After liposuction, maintaining a stable weight is key to preserving your results over the long term. While the procedure removes fat cells from targeted areas, your body can still store fat in remaining cells if your weight increases. Working with a dietitian can help you develop sustainable habits that support your results and overall health.
A dietitian can provide personalised guidance based on your lifestyle, preferences and goals. This may include support with balanced nutrition, portion control and creating a plan that is realistic and easy to maintain. Rather than focusing on restrictive dieting, the aim is to build long-term habits that help you feel well and maintain a consistent weight.
In some cases, patients choose to work with a dietitian as part of their wider post-surgery plan, particularly if they want additional support or have found it difficult to maintain weight in the past. Combined with regular physical activity, this approach can help you protect your results and feel more confident in managing your health after treatment.
At Circle Health Group, we have a network of dieticians you can work with to maintain a healthy weight after surgery.
When you choose to go private with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
Going private for healthcare provides faster access to a vast range of treatment options, greater flexibility in choosing specialists, and more personalised care.
To book a consultation to discuss liposuction with a cosmetic surgeon near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
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