Fixing Contour Irregularities After Liposuction?

 You should discuss this with your doctor.  Every surgeon has their own policy about this issue. There are many reasons as to why you could have this problem.  

It is not uncommon to have a certain amount of irregularities post liposuction. Some of the irregularities are related to swelling and some are not. Some times it is a bulge not related to fat. Also, in my experience it depends on whether you wear a compression garment or not. The only person who really can give you an answer is for the surgeon who provided you with this surgery. He/she needs to examine you and discuss with you what the options are. Good Luck, and hope this helps!... more

Most surgeons will give you a "financial responsibility" form to sign before any procedure. In addition, your surgical quote or consent form is another good source of information. In general, most surgeons will state that if you maintain your weight, they will agree to a revision procedure for liposuction within a certain time frame. In general, a portion, or all, of the surgeon's fee will be deducted. However, you would still be responsible for an anesthesiologist fee or a... more

I cannot speak to how your particular doctor and his or her policy with revision surgery, and I would recommend you discuss those specifics with your doctor. First of all it important for any patient to know and understand that any patient may have some contour deformities or irregularities after liposuction. That usually has less to do with how anything was done technically by your surgeon and more to do with how your skin retracts. It is very common for patients to have some residual... more