Surgical removal of localized fat deposits through small incisions, the definitive option for pockets that resist diet and exercise. Compare Portland clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,500–$11,000
per treatment area · USD
A general range for Portland, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Portland who list liposuction among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Samuel V. Bartholomew, MD, FACS, Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 337 Google reviews, performing 11 tracked procedures.
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Après Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 258 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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Gorin Plastic Surgery and Med Spa is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 155 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.
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Portland Face Doctor | Peter Vila, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 152 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.
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John S. Lee, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 134 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.
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drmichaelkim Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 93 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.
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Austin Hayes, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.9 stars across 59 Google reviews, performing 7 tracked procedures.
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The Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Oregon, rated 4.8 stars across 1,052 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.
Surgical removal of localized fat deposits through small incisions, the definitive option for pockets that resist diet and exercise.
One procedure per area, fat cells removed do not return
3 to 7 days off work, compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks, full results at 3 to 6 months
People near a stable, healthy weight with firm skin elasticity and specific fat pockets that persist despite diet and exercise
15 plastic surgery practices in the Portland area list liposuction. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 15 Portland practices that list liposuction say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.
Techniques named for liposuction: Tumescent liposuction (Fluid Injection, Super-wet), Power-assisted liposuction, Tumescent liposuction, Suction-assisted liposuction, Laser-assisted liposuction.
Ideal candidates in Portland for liposuction are within 10-15 lbs. of their goal weight but still have hard-to-treat areas of subcutaneous fat
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes pockets of fatty tissue by suction technique using small, thin, blunt tipped tubes inserted through small incisions.
Many women combine breast augmentation with a tummy tuck and liposuction in a procedure known as a Mommy Makeover , which allows them to achieve a more comprehensive enhancement of the body.
abdominal swelling after liposuction also tends to last longer than in other areas - typically 3 to 4 months before the final contour becomes clearly visible
This is the most common type of liposuction. It involves using a cannula to loosen and suction out the fat manually
Liposuction incisions are extremely small and discreetly located
Liposuction removes excess fat, but cannot significantly improve sagging skin. The typical neck liposuction patient will be younger, in his or her 20’s through early 50’s, as younger patients typically have good skin elasticity
Patients who are finished having children sometimes choose to combine liposuction or breast augmentation with a tummy tuck, a procedure commonly referred to as a Mommy Makeover .
A mommy makeover combines multiple procedures - most commonly a tummy tuck , a breast lift or breast augmentation , and liposuction - in one surgical session
This technique involves injecting a solution of saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine into the fatty tissue before liposuction
advancements in technology have led to more refined methods, such as tumescent liposuction and now, power-assisted liposuction
This advanced technique uses a machine that makes the liposuction process more precise and effective, assisting the surgeon during the fat removal process
Neck liposuction permanently removes excess fat from your neck and reveals your natural jawline and neck contour
our surgeons are trained to make the smallest incisions possible when performing neck liposuction
Submental liposuction is a minimally invasive technique that can significantly improve facial contours and overall aesthetic harmony
Male breast reduction or surgery for gynecomastia involves two key techniques. Liposuction is used to suction out excess fatty tissue in the chest. Excision techniques are used to remove excess skin and glandular tissue.
Chin liposuction addresses this by removing localized fat deposits that do not respond to diet or exercise.
In some cases, chin liposuction may be combined with other facial procedures such as a neck lift or facelift to address loose skin or muscle laxity for more comprehensive rejuvenation.
Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that permanently removes isolated fat cells, reshaping trouble spots that resist diet and exercise
A modern neck lift tightens the platysma, removes submental fat through precise liposuction, and excises excess skin
Male liposuction is a targeted body contouring procedure that removes excess fat to create a leaner, more sculpted physique - without compromising your masculine definition
Liposuction generally runs $3,500–$11,000 per treatment area, and each Portland clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Portland clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Portland providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.
Pricing works per treatment area, and most patients treat more than one. A single small area such as the chin or upper arms typically runs $3,500 to $6,000. Larger areas like the abdomen or flanks run $5,000 to $11,000. Treating several areas together costs less per area than doing them separately because anesthesia and facility time are shared. Always confirm whether a quote includes anesthesia, the facility, compression garments, and follow-up visits, because exclusions are where quotes diverge.
No, and this is the single most important misunderstanding about it. Surgeons typically remove a limited volume of fat for safety reasons, which is a few pounds rather than a dress size of body weight. Liposuction reshapes contour in people already near their target weight. If your goal is significant weight loss, medical weight management or bariatric surgery is the appropriate path, and liposuction afterward can address what remains.
The fat cells removed are gone permanently and do not regenerate. However, the fat cells remaining elsewhere in your body can still enlarge if you gain weight, which means the shape you gain into may be different from before. Patients who maintain a stable weight keep their result essentially indefinitely.
CoolSculpting freezes fat cells non-invasively and eliminates roughly 20 to 25 percent of the fat in a treated area per session, with no downtime, over two to three months. Liposuction physically removes a far greater proportion in one operation, with anesthesia, incisions, and real recovery. If your pocket is small and you want to avoid surgery, CoolSculpting is reasonable. If you want a decisive change to contour, liposuction is what actually delivers it.
This is the question that determines whether liposuction alone is right for you. Liposuction removes fat but does not tighten skin. In patients with good elasticity the skin retracts well. In patients with significant laxity, particularly after major weight loss or pregnancy, removing the underlying fat can leave the skin looser than before. Those patients often need a skin-removal procedure such as a tummy tuck instead of, or alongside, liposuction. An honest surgeon will tell you this at consultation.
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