Weighing the Cost of Liposuction
One factor in your decision to undergo liposuction may certainly be cost. Many liposuction candidates carefully consider finances in the early stages of decision-making, while some neglect to research costs until they are quoted a figure by their surgeon.
For those who wish to investigate liposuction costs, plastic surgery resources such as the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) assist consumers by providing statistics on surgery fees. Using the information gathered from these sources, prospective patients can better understand liposuction costs.
You may have noticed that the prices of liposuction generally fluctuate more than those of other cosmetic procedures. Why, you ask?
Chances are, you will encounter liposuction costs that range from $2,000 to $10,000. You may have been quoted a figure for liposuction that appeared reasonable to you, only to be shocked at a number listed elsewhere. This begs the question: Is there a difference between liposuction procedures at the high-cost and low-cost ends of the spectrum?
The answer is, yes! The difference stems from the fact that liposuction may be performed on more than one area of the body. Most surgeons base their liposuction fees on the number of areas being treated, as well as the size of the areas. These are directly related to the surgeon's time and effort. For example, the cost of liposuction of the cheeks or jowls is typically significantly lower than that of liposuction performed on the abdomen. As for thighs, hips and buttocks? Most often, the cost falls somewhere in between.
Should you elect to undergo the procedure in more than one area of the body, the cost per area typically decreases. This is logical - after all, it is easier for a surgeon to work on multiple areas during one procedure than it is to perform a new procedure later (when you consider the additional appointments, effort, and precautions that would be necessary).
Based on the most recently available national average figures, a breakdown of fees associated with traditional liposuction technique on single and multiple areas follows. These figures represent the separate fees charged by surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical facilities, as well as a cumulative surgery cost based on their total:
* Source: American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
** National average only. Surgeon fees will vary according to geographical region within the United States, in addition to other considerations (see below).
These numbers represent a wide range of costs! However, there are additional factors to consider. The location in which you plan to have your surgery is also relevant, as surgeon fees fluctuate across the five geographical regions of the United States. In the year 2000, the average cost of liposuction procedures for each of these regions was:
New England states: $2,746
Middle Atlantic states: $2,289
North Central states: $2,277
South Central states: $2,246
Mountain/Pacific states: $2,699
These figures represent average surgeon fees only, and are for single-area liposuction procedures.*
*Source: The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), October 2000.
Entrusting your procedure to a qualified cosmetic surgeon is essential to the success of your procedure. While it is important to be cost-savvy when investing in cosmetic surgery, such as researching the cost of liposuction, selecting a surgeon you are comfortable with should also be a high priority.
The information presented here is meant to assist you in making sound decisions regarding liposuction. Remember: Knowledge is power. Gathering plenty of relevant financial facts can be invaluable when making the decision that is right for you.
Lipo4Me.com allows you to view the results from several patients in before and after liposuction photos. You can see the outcome of various types of liposuction surgeries, including: abdominal liposculpture (liposuction), arm liposuction, buttock liposculpture/ liposuction, and thigh liposculpture. Find a specialist in your area to discuss your options and goals with this cosmetic surgery procedure.
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