As more and more people want to get rid of excess fat without having to go through a rigorous exercise routine, liposuction has become a more popular option. You, too, may be considering liposuction and wondering how much money you may have to set aside for it. Needless to say, it is very difficult to estimate the total cost of a liposuction procedure, owing to the fact that price depends on the area on which it is performed, the kind of equipment and anesthesia that will be used and the experience and skill level of the surgeon who performs it.
For purposes of this article, let us limit the discussion to costs in general and an approximation of the fees involved. The average cost of anaesthesia fee is between $500 and $1000, depending on the size and number of treated areas. Facility fees range from $600 to $1200, depending on the types of equipment used and the number of areas treated. Recent technological advances have given rise to laser and ultrasound liposuction machines, and they cost more than the traditional liposuction equipment.
Why is the particular area and the number of areas to be treated an important consideration? This is because the texture of some areas of our body makes it more difficult to remove fat and of course, it takes more time and effort to complete the procedure on larger areas. For example, total cost for liposuction in the abdomen can reach as much as $8000, but the same procedure done on the outer thigh may cost only half as much.
Furthermore, having the procedure performed on several areas in a single session is like buying a number of different products from a store. It will, of course, cost more than a single purchase. The average cost of having liposuction done in a single area is $4000, whereas it can cost up to $11,000 to have it done in five different areas.
Since your surgeon’s fee will constitute part of the total cost, it is best for you to have him examine you first and assist you in developing a liposuction plan so that you can get a more specific cost estimate. You may even ask your surgeon for payment options.