Liposuction on Same Area?

asked 2 years ago by Nikhap in Pittsburgh, PA
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: abdomen

I had a traditional liposuction 5 years ago on my tummy. I want to know if I can have the traditional liposcuction again to the same area since it already has been done?

12 answers to Liposuction on Same Area?

Newer techniques have come out since your 1st liposuction

Liposuction can be done as often as you need it. The newer techniques with the micro canulas and being done under local anesthesia make it an easy procedure with great results and quick recovery at a cost of roughly $5000 for the tummy.

David Hansen, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

www.DrDavidHansen.com

Seconadary Liposuction

Nikhap, Thanks for the question. We routinely perform liposuction in areas that have had previous procedures done. The prerequisites are generally persistent adiposity in the area combined with good skin elasticity. My preferred approach for secondary lipoplasty procedures is to use PAL (power-assisted lipoplasty) due to the underlying scarring that has occurred from the initial liposuction procedure(s). PAL allows for great control, and, in my hands, is unparalleled in results compared... more

Glenn Vallecillos, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Liposcution of an area already treated

Yes. It will often be more difficult for the surgeon to do because of more scarring or more collagen that was deposited in the subcutaneous compartment as a result of the healing from the prior liposuction. Some surgeons then prefer to use ultrasonic, power, or laser-assisted liposuction for this reason.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Re-do Liposuction on same area

Yes. Re-do liposuction can and is routinely done. As the diversity of responses demonstrates, we all have our favorite tools for tackling the expected scarring we encountered in a previously operated area. All such preferences are valid as they all produce good results in those hands. While some like PAL, I prefer the VASER UAL which allows sound waves to fragment the fat even around scar tissue. I too would want to know WHY you need to have liposuction on the same area? Was not enough... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction

Dear Nikhap, the answer is yes, you can have liposuction more than once in the same area- as long as you are a good candidate and understand the risks of secondary liposuction. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD

Trevor M. Born, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction repeated in the same area

Liposuction can be performed more than once in the same area provided the overlying skin is of good elasticity and there is sufficient fat to be removed. The risk however of developing contour irregularities (lumpy/uneven texture) of the skin is greater when liposuction is done in the same area. There is more scar tissue and it can technically be more difficult to perform. Also, the swelling tends to last longer compared to a first-time liposuction procedure. Please consult with a board... more

William Bruno, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction on the Same Area a Second Time

Traditional liposuction can be performed on a previously liposuctioned area. From a technical standpoint it is much more difficult as there is lots of scar tissue in the subcutaneous plane. To combat this I will typically use smaller cannulas as they will penetrate the scar tissue easier. Another alternative is to us ultrasonic liposuction. Plan on the amount of time being longer as more care must be taken to prevent complications and achieve an acceptably appropriate result.... more

Christopher L. Hess, MD
Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

It is possible to do liposuction again in the same area-what are your goals

It is possible to do liposuction again in the same area. The important questions include what are your goals and what is the quality and elasticity of the skin. If there is residual fat and the overlying skin is good additional suction may make sense. If your plastic surgeon has concerns about the elasticity of the skin, or if abdominal wall laxity contributes to excess fullness then she/he may discuss an abdominoplasty with you.

John E. Gross, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

If there is fat in the area it can be removed with additional liposuction

Not infrequently I have repeated liposuction in an area previously treated by another plastic surgeon. If there is fat it can be removed with additional liposuction. But i wonder if what you really are concerned about is the loss skin that may be residual. If this is the case you will need a tummy tuck with or with out additional liposuction.

Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD
Daytona Beach Plastic Surgeon

Repeat liposuction is possible

Hello We have seen many patients who have had liposuction in the past and who request additional liposuction to the same area. Certainly, there is some additional scar from the previous liposuction, but we have had success as long as the patient has adequate elasticity. Best of luck.

Francisco Canales, MD
Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon

Repeated liposcution on the abdomen (tummy)

Yes, liposuction can be repeated on certain areas if there is residual fat and a reasonable superficial fatty layer to prevent cutaneous adhesions to the underlying musculoskeletal structures. I have had occasion to repeat liposuction on the abdomen with acceptable results.