Lets give you some numbers now. The cost of liposuction is around $2100 – $9200.

So you’ve decided to have liposuction. Now come the big decisions of where to have it done, who should do it and what will it cost. For many people the cost of liposuction is the main deciding factor so lets explore the possibilities.

Medical tourism has boomed over the last 2 decades. Prices for cosmetic procedures have increased in the United States and Europe quite considerably. Many developing countries now have excellent health services and are a viable and cheaper option for your operation.

What Affects Liposuction Costs?

There are several reasons for the different prices.

1. The Plastic Surgeon ” If your surgeon is well trained and qualified he or she is likely to charge more. Each country trains their surgeons differently so do a bit of research. If they are experienced they may charge more as well.

2. Amount and place of surgery – You may just need a small area to be treated or several at the same time. This will directly affect the price. Is the surgery in the surgeons’ office, day care centre or hospital?

3. Areas treated – the typical areas for liposuction are abdomen, back, knees and thighs. Each is one area and prices increase as more areas are treated. Interestingly male fat is tougher than female, which increases the cost for men.

Liposuction Guide Prices

These are for information only and are based on US prices.

1. Whole Abdomen $3,000 to $9,000

2. Lower Abdomen $2,000 to $6,000

3. Side of trunk $1900 – $6000

4. Front of Legs and Knee $1900 – $5600

5. Back $2100 – $3900

6. Inner Legs and Knees $2100 – $5600

7. Cheeks, Chin, Neck, Jowls $2,000 to $5,500

8. Hips (Waist) $2,000 to $6,000

9. Butt $1900 – $5600

10. Outer Thighs $2,000 to $5,000

So as the list suggests cost of liposuction will make a dent in your savings. Liposuction prices overseas usually make a much smaller dent.

Liposuction Cost Abroad

There is no doubt liposuction costs less if done abroad. But price should not be the only factor in your decision. There are many other factors to consider before reaching a decision such as, is the surgeon fully qualified? Does he or she have trained and competent staff? What follow up care is offered? What happens if something goes wrong?

A guide to Liposuction Cost Abroad.

These figures are just a guide and starting point. Every hospital or clinic will vary.

Bolivia $1,929

Brazil $950

Hungary $1200

India $2400

Lithuania $1450

Venezuela $2,422

Every month hundreds of people travel overseas for liposuction and the vast majority are happy. They are pleased with both the surgery and the money they have saved. You can be one of them as well if you do some research and simply remember to use your common sense.

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