Why does one small pocket of fat seem to resist everything you do? Stubborn fat can remain despite healthy eating and regular exercise, and it doesn’t necessarily mean you are overweight. Dr. Basil Pakeman, double board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada), offers LipoDissolve for localized fat concerns in New York, NY.

Why Does Stubborn Fat Develop?

Localized fat deposits can develop because your body does not always store or lose fat evenly. Several factors can influence which areas remain fuller, even when you maintain healthy habits.

Genetics and body composition

Your genetics can influence your natural body shape and where you tend to store fat. Some people naturally carry more fat around their abdomen, hips, thighs, arms, or other areas.

Your overall body composition also affects how these areas look. Two people with similar weight and fitness levels can have very different fat distribution patterns.

Aging and metabolic changes

As you age, changes in muscle mass, metabolism, and body composition can affect how your fat is distributed. Areas that once responded more easily to lifestyle changes may become more noticeable over time.

These changes do not mean you are doing something wrong. Your body naturally changes as you age, and fat distribution can change along with it.

Hormonal factors

Hormonal changes can influence body composition and where your body stores fat. These changes can occur at different stages of life and may affect individuals differently.

Because many factors can contribute to localized fat, consider your overall health and individual anatomy before treatment.

Weight fluctuations

Weight gain and loss can change the size and appearance of existing fat deposits. However, weight loss does not necessarily reduce fat evenly throughout your body.

You may lose weight overall while still noticing certain areas that appear fuller than others. These remaining areas are often what people describe as stubborn fat.

Why Diet and Exercise May Not Eliminate Every Fat Deposit

A healthy diet and regular exercise remain important for your overall health and body composition. However, they cannot determine exactly where your body loses fat.

This is the difference between overall weight management and targeted body contouring. When you are near your desired weight but still have small areas of localized fat, a treatment designed for those deposits may be worth discussing.

For larger or more persistent deposits, you may also consider surgical options. Learn more about how liposuction can remove stubborn fat and improve body contours.

How Can LipoDissolve Address Localized Fat?

LipoDissolve is a non-surgical treatment for small, localized fat deposits that haven’t responded to diet and exercise. At Manhattan Surgical Care, the treatment uses a series of microinjections containing phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholic acid into targeted fatty tissue.

The solution breaks down treated fat, which your body then naturally eliminates. LipoDissolve is not a weight loss treatment and is intended for specific areas that need contour improvement.

Treatment may be used for areas including the abdomen, hips, thighs, upper arms, knees, under the chin, and other localized deposits. Treatments are typically spaced two to four weeks apart, with the number of sessions depending on the area and your desired result.

If you are comparing non-surgical and surgical options, you can also learn more about SmartLipo for targeted fat removal.

Could LipoDissolve Be Right for Your Stubborn Fat?

Having stubborn fat does not necessarily mean you need to lose more weight. You may simply have localized deposits that remain noticeable despite maintaining healthy habits.

LipoDissolve may be considered when you have smaller areas of unwanted fat and prefer a non-surgical approach. Our provider can evaluate the treatment area, tissue thickness, skin quality, and your goals before determining whether this option is appropriate.

Realistic expectations are important. LipoDissolve does not replace liposuction or SmartLipo in every situation, particularly when larger amounts of fat or more extensive contouring are involved.

Why Choose Manhattan Surgical Care?

Dr. Basil Pakeman serves as Medical Director of Manhattan Surgical Care and specializes in cosmetic oculofacial surgery and liposurgery. He is double board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada), and he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

His background includes ophthalmology training, pediatric ophthalmology fellowship training, and additional training in oculoplastic surgery. Our practice provides surgical and non-surgical options for patients considering localized fat reduction, with consultations focused on treatment choices and realistic expectations.

Could LipoDissolve Be Your Next Step?

Stubborn fat can have several causes, and diet and exercise cannot always change where your body stores fat. If you have a localized area that continues to concern you, schedule a consultation with Manhattan Surgical Care in New York, NY, to discuss whether LipoDissolve or another body contouring option may be right for you.