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Liposuction for Dimpling on Thighs and Buttocks?

asked 3 years ago by sicofcellulite in dallas, ga
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 752 times
Tags: buttocks, thighs, fat reduction

Does Liposuction help or make cellulite and dimples worse around the thighs? Upper and inner. What is the best way to get completely rid of dimples on your buttocks?

3 answers to Liposuction for Dimpling on Thighs and Buttocks?

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Liposuction generally makes cellulite WORSE!

Sic of Cellulite, You're better off treating cellulite separately from the fat deposits. The best available technology for cellulite is Eleme Smoothshape. Be careful about expecting to be able to be "completely rid" of the dimples. Improvement is likely; complete elimination is harder to predict. Good luck!
Brian K. Brzowski, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction and Cellulite?

Thank you for the question. “Cellulite" refers to irregularities that occurred on the surface of the skin. Liposuction will not cure cellulite; it will remove fat and reduce contour. Patients with severe cases of cellulite will not benefit from liposuction surgery and may require skin excision (for example tummy tuck or thigh lifting) to achieve the desired results. I hope this helps.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction will not treat cellulite

Cellulite is a dimpling appearance of the skin often in the buttocks, back of the thighs and other areas. The cause is complex and differs from person to person and between men and women, but in general is related to anatomy of the connective tissue between the different layers of fat and the dermis and skin of the body. Cellulite is unfortunately natural, and is harmless! However, our society and its cultural and beauty norms frown upon cellulite and promote many... more
Karen M. Horton, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.drkarenhorton.com

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