Liposuction is typically performed to sculpt the body and reduce unwanted fat from areas such as: hips, buttocks, thighs, abdomen, knees, upper arms, cheeks, chin and neck. There have been many advancements with technology and new types of liposuction have be used with great success. Tumescent liposuction and ultrasonic liposuction are providing quicker recovery times and more pinpoint accuracy. Liposuction surgery time can vary considerably, it depends on the area of your body and the amount of fat being removed, the technique used ( tumescent liposuction / ultrasonic liposuction) and the type of anesthesia.