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Brooke R. Seckel, MD answers: Abdomen surface resembles cellulite after Liposuction?

I had Liposuction of the abdomen a little over a year ago. There is a small section on my stomach that has surface irregularities that resembles cellulite.

Is there anything now that can be done to help this? Like some type of massage or other treatment? Or am I stuck with it? Thanks so much for your replies.


Brooke R. Seckel, MD
5 months ago
By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

What you are describing are called contour deformities after liposuction. It is unlikely after a year that massage alone will smoothe your skin.

Newer non-surgical methods for cellulite are disappointing (Velasmooth, Smoothshapes etc) but can be tried. New laser liposuction (SlimLipo) has been used experimentally and has improved skin smoothness in patients who have been treated.

I would wait a year or two and re visit laser lipo if the irregularities are still a concern.

See before and after photos of SlimLipo.  

Web reference: http://drseckel.com/laser-liposuction/laser-lipo-leaves-smooth-tight-skin-a
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