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Choosing Between Two Surgeons 23 answers

Im planning to get lipo on my chest and flanks sometime in mid December. I visited a total of 5 plastic surgeons I narrowed down my choices to two...

How Many Areas Can You Treat in One Liposuction Session? 16 answers

I know there is a limit on a safe amount (about 5 liters) to be taken out in every session of Liposuction. However, does it matter how many areas it...

Comestic Surgeon Vs Plastic Surgeons for Lipo on Stomach Area? 16 answers

There is an ER doctor who also is a comestic surgeon that does liposuction awake. I am considering letting him do Liposuction on my stomach, flanks,...

Best Way to Ensure I Get the Result I Desire? 16 answers

I have liposuction of flanks scheduled for Jan 6th 2012. I have some trepidation...have seen many before and afters on this site with similar body...

What Are the Chances of Lumpiness and Disfiguration After Liposuction? 14 answers

Hi, I'm a 29-year-old female. I'm approximately 5'0" at 110 lbs. I work out 4-5 days a week with a healthy diet but with problem areas most...

Best Correction for Botched Liposuction? 14 answers

June 2010 I had lipo on my abs, flanks and back by an unqualified dr. I am now left with severe gouging on some areas, uneven belly with dips and...

What is the Best Type of Liposuction for Me? 14 answers

Hello and thank you for reading this. I've been researching about Smart lipo, vaser, PAL, ultrasonic, tumescent lipo, etc. With all the choices...

Tt with Lip of Flanks, Back and Axillary- But What Are Flanks? 14 answers

Im ready for my tt and lipo of flanks and back. where are my flanks? are we talking hips. I do not have a lot of fat on my hips, nearly all in my tummy.

Liposuction, Brazilian Butt Lift, and Tummy Tuck in One Session? 12 answers

I want to have Liposuction on my back and flanks, Brazilian Butt Lift, and a Tummy Tuck. Would it be safe to have all these done at the same time?

Surgeon Wants Fee to Correct Abdominal Liposuction Bump - Is This Right? 12 answers

Had a breast reduction and a small amount of liposuction to flanks and mid abdomen about 6 months ago. There is a small amount of fat that can be...

How Many Inches Are Lost with Lipo? 11 answers

In 5 weeks I schedualed beneilli breast lift, augmentation, and liposuction abs/flanks. I am 30 yr old, 5’6”, 135 lbs, 34B, 27.5, 36,...

Liposuction Around Buttocks Improve Butt Shape? 11 answers

Does liposuction in flanks, sides of hips and banana roll improve buttocks' shape? The doctor I went to does not recommend fat transfer. I am not...

Swelling 1 Month After Lipo 11 answers

Lipo One Month Ago on Flanks, Lower Abs and Outer Thighs Done. My Inner Thighs and Inner Knees Are Swollen. Normal? I month post lipo. Exercising...


What Area is Considered to Be a Normal Flank Region? 10 answers

I am going to have Smart Lipo on my flanks, however, I questioned whether an area of my back is still considered part of the flank or a bra-line. I,...

Proceed with Liposuction After Anxiety Attacks? 10 answers

I had Vaser+PAL (Power Assisted) Liposuction 15 days ago to my upper and lower abdomen (2700cc). I'm supposed to have my lower back, flanks done on...

Losing Weight After Lipo - Exercise and Proper Eating Not Working! 9 answers

I had lipo of my abdomen, flanks, back, hips and and inner and outer thighs done 4 weeks ago today! I am very pleased with the results so far because...

Best Method of Liposuction for the Lower Body? 9 answers

I need advice on what type of liposuction to get to treat flanks, outer thighs and banana roll? My doctor only does traditinal lipo. Would Smart Lipo,...

Had Laser Liposuction Done Twice and Still See No Results! 9 answers

Female 32 130lbs - had laser liposuction done initially on lower abs and flanks waited 6mos and NO results I mean 0 went in again at 6mos & 2days...

How to Choose the Right Liposuction Method? 9 answers

32, male, muscular (linebacker esque) build, good health overall, about 14% body fat. I have layer of fat on the shanks and the front, thicker abs...

Waiting to Get Second Liposuction Procedure? 8 answers

I've had Liposuction on my stomach and flanks in May of 2009 and I love the results. I want to do lipo again on my flanks and upper back( right under...

Liposuction - Difference in Recovery from Chest, Abdomen and Flanks? 8 answers

Hi, 4 days post-op after the above, I am concerned about my flanks. I know that it is def early days, but there is a massive difference between the...

Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction? Hips,thighs (Inner and Outer), Stomach,back and Buttocks (photo) 8 answers

I'm a 35 yr old woman, mother of two children aged 6 and 4 years old. I'm 161cm in height and weigh 65kg. I've lost 11kg dieting &...

Will Additional Weight Loss (10lbs) After Lipo of Abs and Flanks Hurt my Results? 8 answers

I am having lipo of abs and flanks on 2-28-11 and I was wondering if after I recover I want to lose an additional 10lbs would it have a negative...

PS Says He Will Not Lipo More Than 1000cc During my Tummy Tuck: Is This Common? 8 answers

I asked my PS to do lipo of my back, hips, flanks. He is doing a full TT and BA. He said he will only lipo 1000cc on my hips. He will not do any more...

6 Months Post-op Lipo. No Results. Any Hope? 7 answers

I Am 6 Months Post Op from Lipo on my Thighs Inner and Outer , Flanks, Abdomen. I still do not see any results. My stomach bulges out and kind folds...

Best Liposuction Method to Improve Square Butt? 7 answers

I plan to get Liposuction on flanks, outer thighs and banana roll, my overall goal is to change the square apperance of my butt. I am tall and slim...

Laser Lipo on Flanks - How Do I Determine if More Fat Can Be Removed? 7 answers

I had laser lipo on my flanks and lower abs. A few months later I had my upper abs done. My physician agreed that there was more fat to remove in my...

Will my 2nd Liposuction Revision Turn out Better Than the 1st? 7 answers

I had liposuction to my flanks over 1 year ago and underwent a revision due to 2 indentations on both sides of my lower back. After the revision and...

My Doctor Removed 800cc of Fat(fluid Not Included) 6 answers

My doctor removed 800cc of fat(fluid not included) from the upper/lower abdomen and flanks, is that a lot of fat or very little? I'am 24yrs old...

14 Month Post-op Lipo - Purple, Indented Scars 6 answers

I had lipo 14 months ago. Insicion sites are on flanks, front of thighs and behind knees. Scars are extremely indented, purple and have...

Will I Lose Some of my Curves After Liposuction? 6 answers

I have a curvy figure with just a little bit of fat on my flanks. I am concerned that if I get Liposuction, I will lose all of my curves. Is this a...

Will Liposuction on the Flanks Make Me Look Less Curvy and More Boxy? 6 answers

Hi! I am interested in getting liposuction in my flanks area. I am Latina and I have always had curves, but in the last 4 months I noticed that I...


What to Do if a Doctor Does Not Do His Job Right? 6 answers

I've done a liposuction a couple of days ago. I paid to do upper/lower abs and flanks.(paid in cash) But I realized 15 days later that he...

Hardness and Tenderness After Liposuction? 5 answers

I am six weeks post op from Liposuction on my waist, flanks and hips. My sides get hard, swollen and huge for long periods and then they go soft. I...

When Will I See Liposuction Results for Multiple Areas? 5 answers

How long before the final results of Liposuction on lower and upper abdomen, flanks and inner thighs show?

Air Pocket Under Skin After Lipo Without Drainage 5 answers

I had Lipo done on my abs, hips, flanks and upper back 3 days ago, and there was no drainage put in. I have 10 holes and was told that they would only...

Numbing Solution in Fixing Dents and Lumps from Liposuction? 5 answers

About 2 years ago, I had Liposuction done on my thighs and flanks. I ended up with a few dents and lumps. Recently, I went to a different doctor for a...

Which Type of Lipo is Best for Back Fat 5 answers

I am going to have a tummy tuck as well as I need lipo for my flanks (luv handles) and upper/mid back area for my bra rolls. One doc i saw in...

Why Do I Still Have This Indentation Plus Another 1 After my Lipo Revision? I Look Worse. 5 answers

I had lipo done to my abs and flanks 6 mths ago with good results but I noticed an indentation on my lower back/flank right area so the doc revised...

Can Massage After Hi Def Lipo Compromise the Results? 5 answers

Hi. I'm about 3 weeks out from hi def lipo on my abs, hips, flanks. I had noticed that my abs were really hard at about week 2, which i understand...

4 Weeks After Lipo but I Don't See Much Different Than Pre-op. is This Normal? 5 answers

I had my abdomen and the flanks done about 4 weeks ago but i see no result. is this normal? when can i see my result?

Is It Normal To Have Difficulties Sitting Up 2 Days Post-Op Lipo to Abdomen and Flanks? 5 answers

Is this normal or is it possible something went wrong. The surgery was for lower abdomen and flanks, it feels like my core is useless now.

Lose Inches in Waist from Butt and Flanks Liposuction? 4 answers

I am a female, 5'5", weighing 130 pounds. I want mainly my flanks and butt Liposuctioned. Can I lose inches in my waist that way?

What Will Happen if Skin Doesn't Tighten After Lipo on Flanks? 4 answers

I want to have Liposuction on my love handles, but I have been fat most of my life. I am scared to waste my money with little or no results from Lipo...

Extreme Hunger Since Liposuction? 4 answers

Every since having a big lipo procedure I have found myself to be extrememly hungry. I had my arms, abs (upper/lower), flanks, waist, inner thighs,...

Indentation 2 Weeks Post-Op Laser Lipo? 4 answers

I had laser lipo 2 weeks ago and even the day of surgery noticed a indent in my lower abdomen. Also my skin looks uneven and a little wrinkly. I am a...

Cost of Liposuction on Flanks and Buttocks? 4 answers

How much will it cost to have Liposuction on the flanks and buttocks?

Why Are my Under Arms and Bra Area Flabby After Lipo? 4 answers

I had my lipo surgery six months ago on my flanks. The Doctor took it upon himself to do my under arms and back bra area. The area is now flabby and...

What Should I Expect from Drainage Fluid After Liposuction? 4 answers

I had liposuction of abs-flanks on Thursday. Was told to return to doctors office following Tuesday for checkup to include removal of compression...

Normal to Still Be in Pain 3.5 Weeks After Liposuction? 4 answers

3.5 weeks after liposuction to trunk and thighs. Prior to surgery I was an avid exerciser and weight lifter. Am able to lift weights now and perform...

How Long Should it Take to See a Difference from Liposuction to the Abdomen, Flank and Thighs? 4 answers

I had liposuction done 6weeks ago on my upper and lower abdomen, flanks, outer a d inner thighs. So far, I have seen an impressive difference only on...

Vaser Lipo Vs LipoPulse and Body Jet? 3 answers

After I had my consulation, my doctor would like to use Body Jet (as opposed to Vaser Liposuction) for my upper/lower stomach, lower back, and flanks....

Hematoma After Liposuction and Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

I had Liposuction on inner thighs, flanks, and abdominoplasty . It has been 18 days since my surgery. Last night, my left inner thigh began to hurt....

How to Ease Swollen Flanks After Liposuction? 3 answers

What can I do to fix my swollen flanks? One is much larger then the other. My Dr recommended a type of shot but there are side effects I'd rather...

Average Cost of Liposuction and Fat Transfer for Contouring? 3 answers

My proportion is 36-30-31, and I think SOMETHING IS WRONG with it. How much is the average price range of Liposuction for contouring (abdomen and...

Intense Pain 5 Weeks After Flanks and Abdomen Liposuction 3 answers

Hello. I had liposuction done to the flanks and abdomen about 5 weeks ago and though Im told massage will reduce the hardness and lumpiness, I cant...

Liposucttion Possible Without Incision in Groin Area? 3 answers

I am having Liposuction on my abdomen, and flanks. I don't want any incisions in my groin area, even if it's low enough not to show. My plastic...

How Long Does Swelling Last After Liposuction when You Get an Infection? 3 answers

I had liposuction on my abdominals and flanks 5 weeks ago. During the 2nd week I got an infection and it went undiscovered for almost a week. My...

How Can I Tell Which Areas the Doctor Did Lipo? 3 answers

I got a tummy tuck that included lipo of flanks, inner & outter thighs. The Dr. marked the areas before surgery. After surgery a nurse told me I...

Is Asymmetry and Pain Cause for Alarm After Liposuction 3 answers

Hi,14 days post-abdomen and flanks liposuction right side is flatter then my left and I still dont see any results and still complaining of pain

200cc Removed - Is That a Good Amount? 3 answers

I'm a male 5'9 170lbs in good shape(workout 5-6 per week). I decided to have lipo done on the abdomen and flanks a year ago. I had a...

Does Less Fat Removed Means Faster Recovery? When Will I See The Final Result? 3 answers

I had about 650cc removed about a 5 days ago from my flanks - aka love handels, and i was woundering how long will it take for me to see the full...

Indentation, Asymmetry, and Pain After Liposuction 2 answers

I had Liposuction over three years ago on the abdomen and flanks. The surgery left me with an indentation on the right side of my hip, and the right...

What Can Be Done About Liposuction Lumps? 2 answers

I had Liposuction on my abdomen, flanks, and inner knees. I am 11 days post-op. I have developed some lumping. I did it because diet and exercise...

Lower Back Pain 4 Weeks Following Liposuction 2 answers

Had lipo (twilight sedation) 5 wks ago tomorrow, flanks, upper + lower abdo, having CG, only removed to shower, took CG off last Thu and had off for...

I Had Liposuction of Hips and Waist 2 Weeks Ago. 2 answers

I do have some lumpiness and when I saw my Dr. yesterday, I was told if I don't have the Dermosonic Treatments prior to 6 weeks post op, the lumps...

Bigger After Lipo. Is This Normal? 2 answers

I Had Lipo 10 Days Ago and See No Results, Bigger Than Before, is This Normal? The ps remove 500 from each inner thigh and 600 from each flank/ab area.

Red Blotches Due to Liposuction 2 answers

Hello. I am 11 weeks out from having liposuction on my flanks and my lower ab section. Although the lumps have gone down quite a bit, there are red...

1 Week After Lipo my Pain is Significantly Worse, What is Going On? 2 answers

I had lipo on my abdomen and flanks 8 days ago. I took percocet the first 3 days or so and then didn't need it. Today, the pain is bad! A...

What Can I Do to Help Swelling After Cool Lipo? 1 answer

I had COOL LIPOSUCTION (LAL) 15 days ago and Im still swollen, what can I do to help? And how long is recommended to wear my garment? I had Cool...
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