The real problem in this patient is that there is a lack of communication between patient and physician. Liposuction, like any other surgery, requires a proper medium of communication between surgeon and patients, patience on the part of the patient, and a short period of time after surgery where results are... more
No difference after Liposculpture
I had Liposculpture 2 weeks ago, and I'm still a few pounds heavier. I can see no difference apart from my back. I had my back, thighs, hips, and upper/lower abs. My stomach area doesn't look any diffferent. The surgeon made incisions 2 under my breasts and 1 on my belly button. Does this mean he did my whole stomach? Is this what they usually do when you want upper and lower abs done or does the whole area get done? I seem flat at the top, bigger in middle, then flat down. Any advice? Thanks.
3 answers to “No difference after Liposculpture”
A: At two weeks I would not expect too much improvement
I tell my patients to expect to be bigger at their 2 week appointment than they were before the procedure and not to be discouraged. That is not to say that all are, it largely depends on how much swelling that we get, which is variable from patient to patient. At 2 weeks I wouldn't be concerned.
A: Liposuction results vary and they take time
Hello, Right after liposuction it is common for patients to feel like: "There's still more fat left." The body is composed of more than just skin and fat though. And right after surgery swelling in the tissues can make it hard to see results. Although different surgeons vary in their techniques, in... more
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