Lipo 360 – Full-Torso Liposuction for a Balanced, Sculpted Silhouette
Lipo 360, also known as circumferential liposuction, is a comprehensive body contouring procedure that removes excess fat from around the entire torso — including the abdomen, waist, flanks, and lower back. Unlike traditional liposuction, which targets isolated areas, Lipo 360 treats the body as a 360° unit to create smoother, more harmonious curves from every angle.
For many patients, especially those frustrated by persistent belly or back fat despite diet and exercise, Lipo 360 offers a transformative solution. It’s also ideal for patients looking for a more balanced result than what spot treatments can achieve.
What Areas Does Lipo 360 Treat?
Lipo 360 targets multiple areas of the midsection in one session:
- Upper and lower abdomen
- Flanks (love handles or muffin tops)
- Waist and hips
- Lower back and sacrum
- Upper back and bra rolls (if needed)
To access these zones effectively, patients are typically repositioned mid-surgery — from front to back — allowing the surgeon to fully sculpt the torso.
How the Procedure Works
Lipo 360 is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The surgeon makes small, discreet incisions — often near the belly button, along the flanks, and at the lower back — to access all treatment areas.
Most modern Lipo 360 procedures incorporate advanced technologies:
- VASER (Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction): Breaks down fat cells with ultrasonic energy before suction, reducing trauma to surrounding tissues.
- PAL (Power-Assisted Liposuction): Uses a vibrating cannula to dislodge fat more efficiently, helping reduce procedure time.
- Tumescent technique: Involves injecting a numbing solution with epinephrine to reduce bleeding, bruising, and pain.
After fat removal, patients are fitted with compression garments to support healing and optimize results.
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Who Is a Good Candidate for Lipo 360?
Lipo 360 is a sculpting — not weight-loss — procedure. Ideal candidates include:
- Individuals with localized fat around the abdomen, waist, and back
- Those who are close to their target weight, ideally with a BMI under 30–35
- People with firm skin elasticity and good overall health
- Non-smokers, or those who can stop smoking before and after surgery
- Patients with realistic expectations
Patients with higher BMI or significant skin laxity (such as post-bariatric patients) may still benefit from Lipo 360, but often require a staged plan or combination with skin-tightening surgeries like a tummy tuck or body lift.
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How Much Fat Can Be Removed?
Because Lipo 360 addresses multiple zones in a single session, up to 4–5 liters of fat (roughly 3.5 to 4.5 kg) can typically be removed.. This is considerably more than in localized liposuction procedures, which usually extract around 500 mL to 2 liters.
Fat removal limits are based on safety protocols to avoid excessive fluid shifts, blood loss, and risk of fat embolism. If more fat must be removed, the procedure may be staged across multiple sessions.
What Results Can You Expect?
Lipo 360 helps reshape the entire midsection, producing:
- A slimmer waist and defined flanks
- A flatter abdomen
- Reduced back and bra roll fat
- More balanced proportions from all angles
- Improved self-confidence in clothing and photos
Results begin to appear within a few weeks, but final results take 3–6 months as swelling subsides and skin retracts. Fat cells removed during the procedure are gone permanently, but remaining fat cells can expand if weight is gained — making a stable weight essential for long-term satisfaction.
Recovery After Lipo 360
Recovery time varies by individual, but most patients can expect:
- 5 to 10 days of downtime
- Compression garments worn for 4–6 weeks
- Bruising and swelling for several weeks
- Light activity (like walking) within a few days
- No strenuous exercise for 4–6 weeks
- Final results around 3–6 months post-op
Many surgeons recommend lymphatic drainage massage after surgery to reduce swelling and support smoother healing.
Risks and Complications
Lipo 360 is generally safe when performed by an experienced surgeon, but like all surgical procedures, it comes with some risks:
- Seroma (fluid buildup): The most common complication, seen in up to 19% of cases in large clinical studies
- Contour irregularities or asymmetry
- Infection or bleeding
- Fat embolism (rare but serious)
- Numbness or nerve irritation
- Anesthesia-related risks
- Scarring, usually minimal
Some patients may require a touch-up procedure to correct small asymmetries or refine contours after initial healing.
Lipo 360 vs. Traditional Liposuction
While both Lipo 360 and traditional liposuction are fat removal techniques, the main difference lies in how much of the body is treated and the goals of the procedure.
Traditional liposuction focuses on isolated areas, such as the lower abdomen, thighs, or love handles. It’s often used when a patient has a single trouble zone they want to slim down — for example, just the stomach or outer thighs.
Lipo 360, on the other hand, is a comprehensive approach that targets the entire midsection — including the abdomen, waist, flanks, lower back, and sometimes the upper back or bra rolls. The goal isn’t just fat removal, but also creating harmony and balance between all angles of the torso.
Surgeons often flip the patient during a Lipo 360 session to ensure smooth results from front to back. This method helps avoid uneven contours and visible “cutoff points” that can happen when only one area is treated.
In short:
- Traditional liposuction is best for spot reduction
- Lipo 360 is ideal for overall torso shaping and contour refinement
Both techniques use similar tools (like suction-assisted liposuction or PAL), but Lipo 360 is a strategy, not a different technology. It’s about where — and how — fat is removed to create natural, flowing curves.
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Lipo 360 vs. Tummy Tuck
Lipo 360 removes fat, but not excess skin or stretched abdominal muscles. Patients with loose skin after pregnancy or major weight loss may require a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) to achieve a flat, tight result.
Tummy tucks remove extra skin, repair the abdominal wall, and often incorporate small amounts of liposuction. In contrast, Lipo 360 is skin-sparing — ideal for patients with good elasticity who want fat reduction only. The two procedures can also be combined when needed.
What About Men?
While Lipo 360 is more commonly marketed toward women, many men benefit from the procedure as well. Male patients often target the flanks, upper abdomen, and lower back to achieve a stronger V-shaped torso.
Men typically have thicker skin and denser fat, which responds well to PAL or VASER-assisted techniques. Results in men tend to emphasize muscle definition rather than curves. The recovery process and complication rates are similar between sexes.
Price of Lipo 360 in Belgium
In Belgium, Lipo 360 typically costs between €2,463 and €5,495, depending on:
- The clinic and its location
- The surgeon’s experience
- The type of technology used (e.g. VASER or PAL)
- Whether additional areas are treated or combined procedures are performed
Prices may or may not include anesthesia, post-op garments, or follow-up care, so be sure to ask for a detailed estimate during consultation.
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