Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
Liposuction at our newly renovated day-surgery located at 101 Harley Street, Marylebone, London.
At 101 Harley Street, we combine medical excellence with an artistic approach to body reshaping, delivering subtle, harmonious results that enhance your natural silhouette.
Located in the heart of Harley Street, London, our surgical centre is equipped with advanced facilities to ensure safety, precision, and a natural result that complements your unique facial features.
Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that removes unwanted fat cells from targeted areas of the body. Using gentle suction technology, your surgeon can reshape the figure, refine contours, and enhance overall body proportion.
While liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure, it is ideal for sculpting areas resistant to diet and exercise, helping patients achieve a smoother, more balanced silhouette.
At 101 Harley Street, your treatment is performed within our advanced day-surgery facility, where discretion, safety and precision are at the heart of every procedure.
Liposuction may be suitable if you:
Struggle with stubborn areas of fat despite healthy habits
Desire more defined or proportionate contours
Have good skin elasticity and stable body weight
Wish to restore shape following pregnancy, weight change or ageing
Liposuction can be performed on many areas, including the abdomen, thighs, flanks, hips, upper arms, back, chin and neck.
Your consultant will create a bespoke surgical plan designed to enhance your natural proportions while maintaining a balanced, realistic aesthetic.
We focus on safety, comfort, and natural outcomes. Every step of your journey is overseen by our clinical team to ensure you feel confident and informed.
| What’s Included in Your Treatment |
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A comprehensive consultation with your specialist surgeon |
Pre-operative medical assessment and anaesthetic review |
State-of-the-art day-surgery facilities in our Harley Street clinic |
Procedure performed by an experienced consultant plastic or oculoplastic surgeon |
Post-operative care plan, including review appointments and healing support |
VASER liposuction is an advanced form of liposuction that uses ultrasound energy to break down fat cells before they are removed, allowing for more precise sculpting with less disruption to the surrounding tissue.
VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance. A small probe emitting ultrasound waves is inserted into the treatment area, selectively targeting and liquefying fat cells while leaving nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue largely intact. The emulsified fat is then gently removed through suction.
The technique is particularly well suited to areas requiring high-definition contouring, such as the abdomen, flanks, and chest, and can produce more refined results than traditional liposuction in patients where enhanced definition is the primary goal. Because the surrounding tissue is less disturbed, some patients experience a smoother recovery compared to conventional techniques.
At 101 Harley Street, the most appropriate liposuction technique for your goals and anatomy is discussed and agreed at consultation. Your surgeon will assess the treatment areas, your skin quality, and the degree of contouring required to recommend whether VASER or traditional liposuction is the better approach for your individual case.
Both VASER and traditional liposuction remove localised fat deposits to reshape and contour the body. The key differences lie in the technology used, the level of precision achievable, and the recovery experience. Neither technique is universally superior — the right choice depends on your anatomy, treatment areas, and goals.
| Traditional liposuction | VASER liposuction | |
|---|---|---|
How it works | Fat is broken up mechanically and removed by suction | Ultrasound energy liquefies fat before removal by suction |
Precision | Effective for larger volume fat removal | Higher precision, suited to detailed contouring and definition |
Best suited to | Patients seeking significant fat reduction across larger areas | Patients seeking refined sculpting or high-definition results |
Tissue disruption | More disruption to surrounding tissue | Less disruption to nerves, vessels, and connective tissue |
Skin tightening | Limited | Some degree of skin tightening due to ultrasound energy |
Recovery | Standard recovery period | Potentially smoother recovery in some patients |
Scarring | Minimal, small entry points | Minimal, small entry points |
Anaesthesia | Local with sedation or general anaesthetic | Local with sedation or general anaesthetic |
Results visible | Improvement over 4 to 6 weeks, final at 3 to 6 months | Improvement over 4 to 6 weeks, final at 3 to 6 months |
It is common to have questions about a surgical procedure. Some key questions here that we receive from patients considering a Liposuction.
If you are looking for more general information about what happens from your first consultation to aftercare visit our Your Journey page to understand how we guide each patient through the consultation, surgery, and recovery process within our Harley Street surgical centre.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes localised fat deposits from targeted areas of the body to reshape and refine contours. At 101 Harley Street, it can be performed on the abdomen, thighs, flanks, hips, upper arms, back, chin, and neck. It is not a weight-loss procedure but a body contouring treatment designed to sculpt areas that remain resistant to diet and exercise. Each procedure is tailored to the individual patient, with the treatment areas and technique agreed at consultation based on your anatomy and goals.
Traditional liposuction breaks up fat mechanically before removing it by suction. VASER liposuction uses ultrasound energy to liquefy fat cells before removal, allowing for greater precision and less disruption to surrounding tissue. VASER is particularly suited to patients seeking refined, high-definition contouring, while traditional liposuction is effective for larger volume fat reduction across broader areas. Your surgeon at 101 Harley Street will recommend the most appropriate technique for your anatomy and goals at consultation.
The fat cells removed during liposuction do not return. However, remaining fat cells in the treated and surrounding areas can expand if significant weight is gained after surgery. Maintaining a stable weight following liposuction is the most important factor in preserving long-term results. Patients who maintain a healthy lifestyle after surgery typically enjoy long-lasting improvement in body contour.
Most patients take 1 to 2 weeks off work following liposuction at 101 Harley Street. A compression garment is worn in the treated area during the initial recovery period to support healing and help the skin conform to its new contour. Most patients return to normal activities at 2 to 3 weeks, with strenuous exercise introduced gradually from around 6 weeks. Visible improvement develops progressively over 4 to 6 weeks as swelling resolves, with final results apparent at 3 to 6 months.
Yes. Liposuction is frequently combined with other procedures at 101 Harley Street, most commonly fat transfer, where the harvested fat is processed and reinjected to restore or enhance volume in another area of the body. It can also be combined with a tummy tuck, body lift, or other contouring procedures where a more comprehensive result is desired. Combining procedures means a single anaesthetic and a single recovery period. Your surgeon will discuss whether a combined approach is appropriate for your goals at consultation.
No. Liposuction is designed to reshape and refine your body by removing localised fat deposits, not to replace healthy lifestyle habits or significant weight loss.
Common treatment areas include the abdomen, thighs, hips, back, upper arms, knees, chin, and neck. Your surgeon will discuss which areas can be safely and effectively treated.
Most swelling subsides within four to six weeks, with final results visible around three to six months after surgery as the tissues settle.
Incisions are very small and discreetly placed, typically fading to near invisibility over time.
Yes, once fat cells are removed, they do not return. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential to preserve your results.
Mild discomfort or soreness can occur during the initial recovery period, but this is well controlled with prescribed pain relief and subsides within a few days.
All procedures at 101 Harley Street are carried out by highly qualified consultants and specialists who are leaders in their respective fields. Each practitioner has extensive experience within both the NHS and private practice and is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). You can explore our consultants here.
Absolutely. During your enquiry, our patient team will recommend the most suitable consultant for your treatment, but you are always welcome to request a specific doctor or surgeon if you prefer.
Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
Liposuction and fat transfer (lipofilling) are frequently performed together, making them natural companion procedures. Fat removed during liposuction can be processed and reinjected into areas where volume enhancement is desired, such as the buttocks, breasts, face, or hands.
Combining the two procedures means a single anaesthetic, a single recovery period, and a result that both removes unwanted fat from one area and restores or enhances volume in another using your own natural tissue rather than an implant.
If you are considering liposuction and would like to understand whether fat transfer could complement your results, your surgeon at 101 Harley Street will discuss this option at consultation.
To find out more about fat transfer as a standalone procedure, visit our Fat Transfer page.
Our generously proportioned theatre can accommodate cases performed under general anaesthetic, intravenous sedation and local anaesthetic. We also have two treatment/consultation rooms where consultations and other minor operative procedures can be performed.
Our spacious, newly modernised operating theatre has been designed and equipped to provide surgeons and anaesthetists with an optimised environment to perform ambulatory day case surgical procedures. It is a very flexible space and can accommodate a wide range of non-infectious cases performed with local anaesthesia, IV sedation or full TIVA general anaesthesia (ASA Grade 1 and 2 only).
To learn more about what is involved before, during and after surgery, visit our journey page below.
Each member of our team of friendly, welcoming and highly skilled nurses and administrative staff has been individually chosen for their compassion, enthusiasm and dedication to providing our patients and medical staff with an unparalleled level of care.
At 101 Harley Street, patient satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do. Our reviews reflect the expertise of our consultants, the quality of our care, and the exceptional results our patients experience. From your first consultation to full recovery, our team is dedicated to providing a seamless, supportive and reassuring journey, something our patients consistently highlight in their feedback. Below you can see our verified google reviews. You can also see more reviews on Doctify.
Doctor Dan Wright is not only one of the kindest and nicest human beings you could ever meet he’s one of the most professional. At every stage of my procedure I felt reassured and in very safe hands. I would not normally post a review of anything that isn’t a restaurant or a barber but I felt compelled to here because my experience was so wonderful. Fantastic stuff. Brilliant.
I recently had surgery at 101 Harley Street and was impressed by the level of care and professionalism displayed by the entire team. I was greeted with friendly staff which immediately made me feel comforted, and this genuine care continued throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone seeking quality medical care.
Dr Dan and his team at 101 are exceptional. I was made to feel so comfortable and relaxed during my procedure and everything is done with the highest level of professionalism. Can’t recommend them enough!
Staff were all extremely kind and thoughtful all through the process. I always come away feeling like I’ve had the best chat with good friends over a delicious coffee in a gorgeous spot. And all the while… also leaving with healthier skin. I’ve loved working with Emma and Duncan and everyone else at 101!
I had a procedure recently at 101 and I’m so happy with how it went! The staff and the consultant were super friendly and made me feel safe and welcome. The results of my procedure are fantastic and I will recommend to all of my friends and family.
Our surgery is located on Harley Street in Marylebone, London, within one of the world’s most prestigious and historic medical districts. Situated at 101 Harley Street, the clinic offers a discreet and refined setting in the heart of Central London, bringing together leading consultants, advanced facilities and personalised care.
We welcome patients from across the world, as well as patients travelling to London from across the UK and internationally for specialist medical, surgical and aesthetic treatments.
Our location benefits from excellent transport connections. Regent’s Park, Oxford Circus and Baker Street Underground stations are all within easy walking distance, while major London rail stations and international airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and London City provide convenient access for national and international visitors.
Whether you are travelling from within London or further afield, our Harley Street clinic provides a calm, professional environment designed to deliver exceptional care in one of the capital’s most respected medical locations.
