Treatment area · Hips
Hip Liposuction in Wellington — Smoothing the Curve From Waist to Thigh
The hip area links the waist above to the outer thigh below. Fullness here can make clothes fit unevenly and blur the transition between zones. Hip liposuction aims for a smoother, more continuous side profile — within the limits set by your skeleton. Results vary.
Board-Certified General Surgeon · Greenacres office serving Wellington
At a glance — typical ranges, not promises
Outpatient when appropriate
Often side-lying for even access
Compression shorts or girdle per your written instructions
Over weeks to months as swelling resolves
The anatomy
Hips, flanks, and outer thighs are one curve
People use “hips” to mean different things. Clinically, hip fullness usually refers to fat over the upper outer pelvis that sits below the flanks and above the outer thigh. Because these three zones flow into each other, treating one without considering the others can create a notch or step.
Hip dips — the inward curve some people have below the hip bone — are largely structural, shaped by pelvic anatomy and muscle. Liposuction removes fat; it cannot fill an indentation. Softening fullness above and below a dip can sometimes make it look less pronounced, but it will not disappear.
Filling a dip would require adding volume, such as fat transfer — a separate procedure we can discuss.
What patients often describe
- Pants that fit the waist but bind at the hip
- A widened side profile in fitted dresses
- Fullness that bridges the love handles and outer thighs
- Uneven fullness between left and right sides
- Hips that stay full despite a stable, healthy weight
Candidacy honesty
When hip liposuction tends to make sense
Only an in-person exam can confirm candidacy. “Not yet” or “a different procedure” are legitimate answers.
Often a reasonable fit when
- Pinchable fullness over the upper outer hip
- Good skin elasticity
- Stable weight
- Goals focused on smoother transitions rather than a new frame
- Understanding that pelvic width is not changed
Another conversation may fit better when
- The main concern is a hip dip (an indentation, not excess fat)
- Loose skin over the hips and thighs
- Expectations of narrower hip bones
- Fullness that is mainly in the buttocks rather than the hip
Adding volume to a dip is a different conversation — fat transfer. Skin excess after weight loss is an excision discussion.
Neighboring zones
Plan the curve, not the spot
Hip work almost always involves a decision about the zones directly above and below.
Flanks
The waist sits right above; balancing both prevents a step. Flank guide →
Outer thighs
The curve continues down; many plans blend into the saddlebag area. Thigh guide →
Lower back
Fullness can wrap toward the back above the buttock. Back guide →
Lipo 360 + adjacent zones
Hips are an optional adjacent zone in some 360 plans — only when appropriate. Lipo 360 →
Procedure overview
What hip liposuction typically involves
A general sketch. Your operative plan, anesthesia, and consent documents define the specifics.
Standing markings
The full side curve from waist to thigh is outlined, including any asymmetry.
Side-lying positioning
Positioning allows smooth, even access along the curve.
Blended contouring
Small incisions allow fat reduction with careful feathering into the flanks and thighs.
Garment & discharge
Compression goes on before you leave. Outpatient discharge with a responsible adult when medically appropriate.
Technique foundation: tumescent liposuction explained · Setting: facility & safety
Recovery
Recovery notes specific to the hips
Your written instructions override this page. Desk-type work often resumes on a timeline your surgeon will advise when cleared; physical jobs take longer.
Side-sleeping
Lying on treated hips can be tender initially. Back-sleeping with support often feels better at first.
Clothing
High-waisted, loose clothing fits over compression more comfortably early on.
Sitting and driving
Seat belts and firm seats may press on treated tissue; padding and short trips help early.
Results
Hips before & after — consented cases only
Swelling hides the final contour for weeks to months. Photos publish only with signed consent, consistent lighting and posing, and a stated timepoint. No stock, borrowed, or AI images.
Individual results vary based on anatomy, skin quality, healing, and lifestyle. Photos, once added, represent individual patients and are not a guarantee.
FAQ
Hip liposuction questions
Can liposuction fix hip dips?
Not on its own. Hip dips are mostly structural. Liposuction can soften fullness around them, which may make them look less pronounced, but filling a dip requires added volume such as fat transfer (only).
Will hip liposuction make my hips narrower?
It can reduce soft-tissue fullness, but bone width stays the same. We discuss realistic change at consultation. Results vary.
Should hips be treated with flanks or thighs?
Often, because they form one curve. Whether to combine depends on your anatomy and safe operative limits.
Is hip liposuction the same as outer-thigh liposuction?
They are neighboring zones. Hip fullness sits higher on the pelvis; outer-thigh fullness sits lower. Many patients have some of both.
Can men have hip liposuction?
Yes, though men more commonly carry fullness in the flanks. Liposuction for men →
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Smooth the whole side profile
We map the curve from your waist to your thighs and explain what hip liposuction can and cannot change — including hip dips. Results vary.
Call 561-363-5538
Hours Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun Closed
Address 5315 Lake Worth Rd, Greenacres, FL 33463
Email rn@majesticaesthetic.com
This page is for general education and is not medical advice. Results vary from person to person. A consultation with Dr. Michael Clerveus is required to determine whether a procedure is right for you.