Body Surgery

Liposuction

Liposuction sculpts natural body definition by removing stubborn, localised fat resistant to diet and exercise, using advanced VASER? technology to refine your silhouette.

Procedure Time

1-3 hours

Results Last

Permanent, with weight maintenance

Hospital Stay

Not usually required

Recovery Time

4-6 weeks

Time Off Work

7-10 days

Anaesthesia

TIVA Anaesthesia

Exercise

4-6 weeks

Price

From £4,000

Procedure

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is one of the most effective surgical procedures for reshaping the body by permanently removing unwanted fat from carefully selected areas. While many people associate Liposuction with weight loss, its true purpose is body contouring – designed for individuals who maintain a healthy lifestyle but continue to struggle with localised pockets of fat resistant to diet and exercise. At 111 Harley St., we take a highly artistic approach, carefully sculpting each area using advanced VASER? ultrasound-assisted technology to enhance your natural proportions.

Expected Effects & Benefits

Permanently removes stubborn fat deposits
Refines natural body contours and proportions
Creates smoother transitions between body regions

Your Journey

Your Liposuction Journey

Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr Yannis Alexandrides. He will take time to understand your concerns, medical history, lifestyle and desired result, alongside a detailed assessment of your body proportions, fat distribution, skin quality and the areas you would like to contour.

This allows Dr Yannis Alexandrides to determine whether Liposuction is appropriate for you and create a personalised surgical plan designed to target localised areas of fat, refine your contours and achieve balanced, natural-looking proportions.

Ahead of surgery, you will have a comprehensive pre-operative assessment with our nursing team. This includes a review of your medical history, current medications, lifestyle and overall health, alongside any physical assessment or clinical tests required for your individual surgical plan.

Our team will explain what to expect before and after surgery, answer any questions and ensure you are appropriately prepared for your procedure and recovery.

Good nutrition, hydration and healthy lifestyle habits can help prepare your body for surgery and support the healing process. You will receive personalised guidance on diet, medications, exercise, smoking cessation where appropriate, and practical preparation before your procedure.

Every recommendation is tailored to your individual health, lifestyle and surgical plan to ensure your preparation is appropriate for you.

Preparing the skin and tissues forms an important part of our 360° approach. Ahead of your procedure, our team may recommend a personalised programme to optimise tissue condition and prepare the areas being treated for surgery.

Where appropriate, this may include LPG Endermologie®, ElixirMD Light Therapy, 111SKIN skincare or Dr Yannis Alexandrides’ Dramatic Healing Serum, selected according to your individual skin, tissues and surgical plan.

Our care continues well beyond your procedure. Following Liposuction, our clinical team will monitor your healing through scheduled reviews, with particular attention to swelling, incision sites, tissue settling and your developing body contours.

You will receive personalised guidance on compression garments, movement, activity and caring for the treated areas throughout recovery. Where appropriate, LPG Endermologie® may form part of your post-operative programme to support lymphatic drainage and tissue mobility, while ElixirMD Light Therapy, an IV drip or other post-operative support may also be recommended according to your individual recovery.

As your recovery progresses, Dr Yannis Alexandrides and our clinical team will review your body contours, symmetry, skin quality and incision sites at scheduled follow-up appointments.

Where appropriate, LPG Endermologie®, ElixirMD Light Therapy, personalised scar care, skincare or selected body treatments may be recommended to support tissue quality, scar maturation and the continued refinement of your result.

Procedure

How does Liposuction work?

Liposuction works by introducing a tumescent solution into the treatment area to minimise bleeding and improve comfort, before VASER? ultrasound energy gently separates fat cells from surrounding tissue. The loosened fat is then removed through tiny incisions using fine suction cannulas, preserving nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue. Rather than removing as much fat as possible, your surgeon carefully sculpts each area to create elegant transitions between adjacent body regions.

UNDERSTANDING STUBBORN FAT:

Areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, back and arms are often influenced by genetics and hormones.
These localised deposits can resist diet and exercise even in otherwise fit individuals.
Liposuction addresses these specific concerns rather than achieving overall weight loss.

WHY VASER? MATTERS:

Traditional Liposuction relies solely on mechanical suction.
VASER? uses gentle ultrasound energy to selectively loosen fat cells first, allowing greater precision and reduced tissue trauma.

This often results in smoother contours and a more comfortable recovery.

Procedure

Surgical Techniques & Technology

VASER? Liposuction

Uses ultrasound energy to gently separate fat cells before removal, allowing exceptional precision and gentler recovery.

High-Definition VASER? Liposuction

Sculpts around natural muscle groups for athletic definition, often referred to as abdominal etching.

Abdomen & Waist

One of the most commonly treated combinations, creating a flatter abdomen and more defined waistline.

Back & Bra Rolls

Refines areas often resistant to exercise, improving contour beneath fitted clothing.

Combined with Tummy Tuck

Pairs fat removal with skin tightening and muscle repair for comprehensive abdominal contouring.

Combined with Fat Transfer

Redistributes purified fat to enhance areas such as the buttocks or hips using your own tissue.

Your Journey

The 5-Step Process

Consultation

A comprehensive body assessment with Dr Yannis Alexandrides to understand your concerns, assess fat distribution, skin quality and body proportions, and create a personalised Liposuction plan.

1

Preparation

Pre-operative health assessment, medication review and personalised guidance on nutrition, lifestyle, skin and tissue preparation.

2

Surgery

Liposuction performed under TIVA Anaesthesia, with targeted fat removal from selected areas according to your individual anatomy, proportions and personalised surgical plan.

3

Recovery

Compression, movement and activity guidance, with structured clinical aftercare as swelling reduces and the treated tissues and body contours progressively settle.

4

Long Term Care

Ongoing clinical review, personalised skin and scar care and selected treatments where appropriate to support tissue quality and the long-term definition of your body contours.

5

Your Journey

Recovery Timeline

1–2 Weeks

Initial swelling, bruising, tenderness and tightness are expected across the treated areas and progressively subside as healing begins. Compression garments are worn as advised, with gentle walking encouraged to support circulation and personalised guidance provided on movement and caring for the treatment areas.

2–6 Weeks

Swelling and bruising continue to reduce and greater definition through the treated areas gradually becomes visible. Activity can progressively increase, with exercise reintroduced according to your recovery and the guidance of your surgical team. Where appropriate, LPG Endermologie® and ElixirMD Light Therapy may form part of your personalised recovery programme to support the skin and tissues as they heal.

6 Weeks–6 Months

The tissues continue to settle and the treated body contours become increasingly refined. Residual swelling progressively resolves and the skin continues to adapt to the underlying contours, with your progress monitored at scheduled follow-up appointments.

6–12 Months

The longer-term result becomes increasingly established as the tissues fully settle and incision sites continue to mature. Subtle refinement of the treated areas may continue throughout this period.

Long-Term Care

Maintaining a stable weight, healthy lifestyle and regular exercise can help support the longevity of your Liposuction result. Where appropriate, LPG Endermologie®, ElixirMD Light Therapy and selected body or skin treatments may also be recommended to support tissue quality and complement your contours over time.

Your Journey

Post surgery activity guidelines

Shower

48 HOURS

Keep the area clean and follow your surgeon’s compression garment guidance.

Driving

3-5 DAYS

Resume only when comfortable, alert and no longer taking strong pain relief.

Work

7-10 DAYS

Timing depends on your role, swelling and confidence returning to work.

Exercise

4-6 WEEKS

Gentle walking is encouraged early; avoid strenuous exercise until cleared by your surgeon.

Suitability & Safety

Am I suitable for Liposuction?

Ideal Candidate Profile

Liposuction may be suitable for patients who: – Have localised fat deposits that remain despite a healthy lifestyle – Wish to improve body shape and proportions rather than lose significant weight – Have good skin elasticity – Want greater definition in areas such as the abdomen, waist or thighs – Maintain realistic expectations about surgical results Patients with significant skin laxity may be better suited to a Tummy Tuck or Body Lift, alone or combined with Liposuction.

Risks & Complications

As with any surgery, risks may include bleeding, infection, swelling, bruising, altered sensation, asymmetry, contour irregularities, fluid accumulation, delayed healing and anaesthetic risks. These risks are discussed in detail during consultation, alongside the steps taken to reduce them through careful planning, surgical technique and aftercare.

Your Surgeon

Your Surgical Team

Our consultant plastic surgeons are highly experienced in advanced VASER? Liposuction and High-Definition Body Sculpting, combining technical precision with an artistic understanding of body aesthetics. Rather than pursuing dramatic or exaggerated transformations, every procedure focuses on enhancing your natural physique with elegant, balanced results.

Pricing

Overview

Every patient and procedure at 111 Harley St. is unique, which is why surgical pricing is tailored to your individual case rather than based on a one-size-fits-all approach.

The cost of your procedure will depend on factors such as your anatomy, the complexity of surgery, the technique required and your personalised treatment plan.

Following your consultation and assessment, our team will provide a clear, individualised quotation based on the surgery recommended for you.

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 31 August 2026
 
 
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 28 August 2026
 
 
  I had my consultation with Anna and honestly couldn’t have been happier with the experience. She took the time to really listen to all of my concerns and went through everything with me in so much detail, including the different treatment options. I really appreciated how thorough and attentive she was, and the whole consultation felt very personal and tailored specifically to me rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. I felt really comfortable and well looked after. I’m really happy with the experience and will definitely be coming back for my treatment. Thank you so much, Anna!
  
 
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 27 August 2026
 
 
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 20 August 2026
 
 
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 17 August 2026
 
 
  A Wonderful Experience I decided to explore a Y Facelift after becoming increasingly unhappy with the loss of definition around my lower face. I was initially quite nervous about having facial surgery, so having a detailed consultation was really important to me. Everything was explained clearly and I felt comfortable asking lots of questions. I’m so pleased with the outcome my face looks fresher and more defined, but it still looks completely like me.
  
 
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 4 August 2026
 
 
  The Best Decision I Made I had a facelift at 111 Harley Street. From my very first consultation, I felt completely comfortable and confident that I was in safe hands. The surgeon took the time to understand what I wanted to achieve and explained every stage of the process clearly, from the operation itself to the recovery and expected results. The care I received was outstanding from start to finish. Every member of the team was kind, professional, and incredibly supportive. They were always available to answer any questions, and I felt genuinely looked after throughout my entire journey. Now that I've fully recovered, I am absolutely delighted with the results. I look refreshed, younger, and far more confident, while still looking completely natural. The best compliment I've received is that people keep telling me I look really well without realising I've had surgery. It's exactly the subtle, natural result I was hoping for. Choosing 111 Harley Street was one of the best decisions I've made. The expertise, attention to detail, and exceptional aftercare exceeded all of my expectations. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone considering a facelift.
  
 
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 29 July 2026
 
 
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I had plastic surgery from doctor Ashvani in 2019 and he messed up my tummy completely. I lost all my sensation in my tummy area and after 7 years, I still regret of having tummy tuck with him. He stitched my whole tummy tuck area without leaving drainage after the operation. I ended up having this massive hole in my tummy area. I have the most horrible scars and I don’t wear bikini for not showing my belly button. You can see how bad his stitches are from the photo. Please do your research before you trust him so you don’t regret like I did. My friend had similar operation in Turkey and you would not even notice she had plastic surgery.my advice is  go to Turkey to have proper plastic surgery with surgeons who knows how do operate.
  
 
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 28 July 2026
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a suitable candidate for Liposuction?

Liposuction is designed for individuals who are close to their ideal body weight but have localised areas of fat resistant to healthy eating and regular exercise, wishing to improve proportions rather than achieve significant weight loss.

Is VASER? Liposuction better than traditional Liposuction?

VASER? uses ultrasound energy to gently separate fat cells before removal, allowing greater precision, smoother contours, reduced trauma to surrounding tissue and, for many patients, a faster recovery compared with traditional techniques.

Will Liposuction help me lose weight?

Liposuction should not be viewed as a weight-loss procedure. Its purpose is to remove localised fat deposits and improve body contour rather than significantly reduce body weight.

How long does recovery take?

Most patients return to light daily activities within several days and office-based work after approximately one week. Strenuous exercise should generally be avoided for four to six weeks.

Will I have visible scars?

Liposuction requires only a series of very small incisions, typically a few millimetres long, carefully positioned within natural skin creases to minimise visibility once healed.

Are the results permanent?

Yes. The fat cells removed are permanently eliminated from the treated areas. However, Liposuction does not prevent future weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your results long term.

Can Liposuction improve cellulite?

Liposuction is designed to remove unwanted fat rather than treat cellulite, which is caused by fibrous bands beneath the skin. If cellulite is a primary concern, alternative treatments such as Endermologie? or Accent Prime may be recommended.

Liposuction or Tummy Tuck?

Liposuction removes fat while preserving the existing skin envelope, ideal for good skin elasticity. A Tummy Tuck removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles, particularly beneficial after pregnancy or major weight loss; many patients benefit from combining both.