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Best Correction for Botched Liposuction?

asked 1 year ago by Jessica9025 in Georgia
Latest answer by William Coleman III, MD
Question viewed 1,495 times
Tags: abdomen, back, flanks, results, revision

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 valleys, and shelfing from one area to another where feathering was not done. I have talked to a few Board Certified Drs since with different suggestions each time. My question is what do I do to fix my mishapen body? Fat graft, more lipo to even the areas, tummy tuck to redrape skin--but the uneven fat removal still will be there even if the skin's tight.

14 answers to Best Correction for Botched Liposuction?

Revisional liposuction surgery

I am sorry to hear of your experience. Unfortunately, your problem is quite common. In the interest of saving money, many patients incur problems that cannot be fully corrected. You are best off consultating a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in revisional liposuction procedures. the surgical plan should be logical and reasonable. You cannot make another mistake. Correction of your problem may involve revisional liposuction, tummy tuck... more

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

WHAT ABOUT PROBLEMS AFTER LIPOSUCTION?

LIPOSUCTION COUNTOUR DEFECTS CAN BE DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TO FIX. ALL OF THE ENTITIES YOU MENTION ARE VALID. See 4 or 5 ABPS surgeons and get opinions including several University opinions. Do not rush. Go little by little to correct. Start with simple lipo, Vaser smoothing ,and fat grafts in one area and see how yoiu do. Go step by step. Yes, sometimes a tummy tuck is the only solutionm for the abdomen. Good Luck.

George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

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VIDEO: botched abdominal liposuction fixed with a tummy tuck at 6:15

There is no defined treatment plan for botched liposuction and therefore you are receiving muliple recommenations. I am attacing a video of a botched liposuction fixed with a tummy tuck at 6:15 see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

"Botched" liposuction, is it correctable?

Sorry to hear about your surgical misadventure. I see about 2 patients per months with the exact same complaints that you are describing. It looks like someone was "off roading" on your abdomen. These problems are difficult to correct, might take more than one surgery and it will never be the same as if you would've had it done correctly the first time. I am always amazed that when people are going to buy a car, they test drive it, look around, come back and drive it... more

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

These issues can be addressed with more liposuction and fat grafting were needed.

Dear Jessica Of course we do not know the particulars of the surgeon who you choose. Please be aware that even board certification in general plastic surgery does not make a surgeon a great liposuction surgeon. Board certified general plastic surgeons can have problems with the performance of liposuction. The two specialties that do the bulk of liposuction procedures in the United States are board certified dermatologists and board certified general plastic surgeon.... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Dents from liposuction are difficult to correct.

Dents from liposuction are difficult to correct. I have seen dozens of these cases referred to me over the years and have found that a combination of careful liposuction of the edges of the dents using very small cannulas, combined with fat injection into the dents typically improves the problem.

William Coleman III, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon

Correcting liposuction contour deformities

This can be a very difficult problem to correct and may take more than one procedure. You have taken the correct first step seeking out a board certified plastic surgeon. Many patients may require a combination of additional liposuction and fat grafting to correct the areas that you do not like. If the areas are in your lower abdomen and you have enough excess skin, a tummy tuck may be a potential option. Without any pictures it is difficult to assess. Best of luck.

Joseph Michaels, MD
Bethesda Plastic Surgeon

Fat grafting and liposuction may help

I am sorry that you have a bad outcome. please send picture for better evaluation. I would recommend combination of the liposuction and fat grafting to even out the depressed area.The other treatment is Endermologie post liposuction to even out the tissue.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD
New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

Best Correction for Botched Liposuction?

You failed to post any photos, so very hard to advise. But I would offer a series of operations using all the mentioned types from you. People ALWAYS ask the qualifications of the surgeon!! Hard lesson to learn!! From MIAMI DR. Darryl J. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction problems

If you have contour irregularities, you will need to see a surgeon to be evaluated. Sometimes it requires a bit of further liposuction in combination with fat grafting.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Correcting Liposuction Irregularities

You are doing the right thing at this point in searching out a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Listen to them and also ask questions about their experience in similar cases and their experience with "first time" liposuction. All of the steps you have listed may be necessary to get improvement, and there are cases in which doing all of these still can't get it the way you would want it.

Byron D. Poindexter, MD
Reston Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction

Without photos, and an examination, it is difficult to provide a proper response. However, you may need fat grafting, and liposuction simultaneously. If you have enough loose skin, then a tummy tuck may provide the best result. Good luck.

Shahin Javaheri, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Correcting poor results after liposuction

You are facing the regret of not doing your homework before your liposuction procedure. As you are now talking to board certified surgeons well regarded in your area, hopefully you will find a solution to the dents and irregular areas. Getting it right the first time is very important and getting right the second time will be even more important. Since there is not agreement on a quick fix, it may be best to wait out a full year and then go for a second look, though expect compromises... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Why go to an unqualified surgeon for liposuction ?

Should have done your homework. If your doc was 'unqualified', then why did you choose to book surgery with him? Revisionary surgery after liposuction can be simple or complex- photos are needed to give you an opinion. Better yet, book a consultation with a ASPS member surgeon and get an opinion about what to do next.