BODY CONCERN

Body Fat

Excess body fat is a common concern that can affect overall body shape, proportions, and definition. Fat distribution varies between individuals and may be influenced by genetics, lifestyle, hormones, ageing, and changes in body weight.

TYPICALLY OCCURS

With weight gain, genetics, lifestyle factors, ageing, or hormonal changes.

TREATED BY

Liposuction, body contouring surgery, and more.

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Why it happens?

Body fat increases when the body stores more energy than it uses over time, causing fat cells to enlarge and, in some cases, increase in number. Diet, physical activity, sleep, stress, medications, and other lifestyle or health factors can all influence this process.

Genetics and hormones also affect where the body tends to store fat, which is why some areas may remain fuller even when overall body weight changes. Ageing can further alter metabolism, muscle mass, and fat distribution, making changes in body composition more noticeable.

For some people, localised areas of fat can be resistant to diet and exercise despite maintaining a stable weight. This differs from general excess body fat, which is best addressed through overall weight management rather than cosmetic body-contouring procedures alone.

How far along is it?

Early

Mild excess or localised fat is present in specific areas, with overall body proportions and definition largely maintained.

Moderate

Excess body fat becomes more noticeable across one or several areas, reducing muscle definition and creating more visible changes in body shape and proportions.

Advanced

More pronounced excess body fat affects multiple areas of the body, significantly changing overall body contour, proportions, and definition.

What addresses it?

Treatments that address this

Liposuction→Vaser liposuction→360 liposuction→Gastric sleeve surgery→

It may be worth seeking professional advice when excess or stubborn body fat remains despite healthy lifestyle changes, affects your body proportions, or becomes a concern for your overall health or confidence. An assessment can help distinguish general weight concerns from localised fat and determine the most appropriate approach.

Quick Questions:

What causes excess body fat?

Excess body fat can develop when the body consistently stores more energy than it uses. Genetics, diet, physical activity, hormones, ageing, sleep, certain medications, and other health factors can also influence fat accumulation and distribution.

Why do I have stubborn fat even after losing weight?

Genetics and hormones influence where your body stores and loses fat. Some areas may retain localised fat even after overall weight loss and despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Can you target fat loss in specific areas?

Diet and exercise cannot reliably control where the body loses fat first. However, body-contouring treatments such as liposuction can target specific areas of localised fat in suitable candidates.

Is liposuction a weight-loss treatment?

No. Liposuction is designed to remove localised areas of fat and improve body contour rather than treat obesity or provide significant overall weight loss.