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By Mayo Clinic staffAbout four weeks after the procedure, when most of the swelling has subsided, the area in which fat was removed should look less bulky. Within six months, the area should have its new leaner, tighter appearance.
If you maintain your weight, results are usually permanent. However if you gain weight after a liposuction procedure, fat distribution may change. For example, if your abdomen and hips were the areas suctioned, your thighs or buttocks may become problem areas.