A good estimate of liposuction cost is around $2000 – $9000 based on US prices.

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.

Prices for cosmetic surgery procedures have been steadily increasing for the last 20 ” 30 years both in Europe and the United States of America. The not unexpected result is a large increase in medical tourism. Many countries offer excellent surgeons and clinics at cheaper prices.

Why Do Liposuction Prices Vary

There are 3 main factors in the price.

1. Cosmetic Surgeon ” Fully trained, qualified, board certified surgeons tend to charge more. All countries have their own version of surgery training so do your homework. Experience tends to cost more as well.

2. Where and how you have your operation ” If your liposuction is performed in the surgeons office it may be cheaper. If you need a full anesthetic and overnight stay the price will shoot up.

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.

Range Of Liposuction Prices

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

1. Abdomen $2900 – $9100

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

3. Trunk $2000 – $6100

4. Front thighs and knees $2100 – $6100

5. Back $2,000 to $4,000

6. Inside Thighs $1900 – $5500

7. Lower face and neck $2100 – $5400

8. Hips and Upper Thigh $2000 – $6100

9. Bottom $1800 – $5700

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

The liposuction cost must be factored into your decision making. Perhaps it is cheaper abroad?

Liposuction Cost Abroad

It is cheaper to go abroad for your liposuction. The price is however only one point in your decision. Other points to think about include training and experience of both the surgeon and his staff, the follow up care offered and what he or she offers to do if something goes wrong.

A guide to Liposuction Cost Abroad.

The prices quoted are examples and your clinic or surgeon may well charge a different amount.

Bolivia $1,929

Brazil $970

Hungary $1100

India $2530

Lithuania $1,400

Venezuela $2400

Thousands of people have liposuction each year and are delighted with the results. Many go abroad and are pleased with both the experience and the saving they make. As long as you have done your research, checked out the surgeon and clinic there is nothing stopping you becoming a medical tourist and decreasing the cost of liposuction.

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