Chicago Tumescent Liposuction doctors

	Peter E. Johnson, MD Des Plaines Plastic Surgeon 8901 West Golf Road Ste. 204, Des Plaines		19 answers
	Otto Joseph Placik, MD Chicago Plastic Surgeon 880 W Central Rd Suite 3100, Arlington Heights		15 answers
	Karol A. Gutowski, MD Chicago Plastic Surgeon Northbrook		12 answers
	Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD Barrington Plastic Surgeon 1602 Colonial Parkway, Inverness		1 answer
	Kenneth L. Stein, MD Chicago Plastic Surgeon 414 N Orleans St. Ste 209, Chicago		1 answer

Recent Answers

How Important is American Board of Plastic Surgery Certification for Tumescent Liposculpture? I am considering tumescent laser liposculpture. The doctor I am considering is certified by American Board of Laser Surgery (not plastic surgery) and claims that he performed 5000+ cosmetic surgeries. I have not found other doctors who offer combination of tumescent and laser hi-def liposculpture on Minneapolis, MN. I wonder if this doctor's certification is sufficient for me to both be safe (i.e. not die or get infection) and to expect good results (no lumps or uneven sides).

A: Is surgeon certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery important

For any cosmetic surgery procedure, particularly laser assisted liposculpture, it is extremely important that your surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This assures you that he/she has undergone rigorous training and testing. This doesn't guarantee that problems won't occur, but it definitely minimizes the risks.

Kenneth L. Stein, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Best Remedy for Swelling After Tumescent Liposuction? What is the best thing to do after Tumescent Liposuction for swelling?

A: Compression is key to swelling after liposuction

Liposuction will cause a bruise over a large area and the key to controlling swelling is a well fitted compression garment. Initially the garment will be very tight as it keeps swelling under control, and will noticeable loosen as you progress in your recovery. As the garment become looser we transition to a very snug Spanx which is more comfortable for daily wear and work.

Best of luck,

peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD

Des Plaines Plastic Surgeon

Pain After Tumescent Liposuction Despite Being Healed I had Tumescent liposuction on my arms on May 29, 2009. I still have a lot of pain. I am not draining anymore, and the incisions have healed nicely. Is there anything I can do to reduce the pain my arms?

A: Pain from liposuction, not fully healed

Though you mention you arms are not longer draining you are far from being fully healed. The inflammation will last a bit longer and an over the counter anti-inflammatory is your best bet for comfort.

Best of luck,

peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD

Des Plaines Plastic Surgeon