Burn After Smart Lipo on Inner Thighs

asked 3 years ago by buffalo sue in Buffalo, NY
Latest answer by Joel Schlessinger, MD
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I had Smart Lipo done on my inner thighs on April 3rd and was burned. It's oval-shaped, about two inches long and one inch wide on my inner thigh. My doctor told me it was a second degree burn, and put ointment on and cover it. Am I doing what I am supposed to in regarding to treating the burn (few layers of skin removed and is red)? I'm still experencing a lot of discomfort in the treated areas, pain and numbness. I am freaking out a little and want to know if this is normal.

1 answer to Burn After Smart Lipo on Inner Thighs

No, this is most certainly NOT normal and needs to be addressed

SmartLipo is a relatively safe procedure if performed correctly and with good technique and good equipment by physicians/surgeons with good judgment. Now, that isn't always the case and that's why it pays to find out who is doing your surgery and what laser they are using and what their credentials are. In over a year of performing SmartLipo I haven't ever had a burn and don't believe I will. The reason for this is that I use scrupulous technique and avoided purchasing the MPX, which I... more

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Burn After Smart Lipo on Inner Thighs

No, this is most certainly NOT normal and needs to be addressed

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