Cellulite and Liposuction

Steven H. Williams, MD answers: Does liposuction cause cellulite?

I wont get lipo if it means cottage cheese thighs afterwards. Should i be concerned about cellulite will result from lipo surgery?


Steven H. Williams, MD
8 months ago
By Steven H. Williams, MD - Bay Area Plastic Surgeon

Thanks for the question -

Liposuction typically will not cause or treat cellulite.  It is possible that after significant volume changes (especially on the thighs) cellulite can become more prominent.

Unfortunately there is not a great permanent treatment for cellulite.

I hope this helps.

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