Help for uneven abdomen 6 years after liposuction

Happy with the results for 2 years after lipo. Then had a total hysterectomy, my stomach looks like a wreck. Uneven skin with lumps, divots, and extra skin. My plastic surgeon said I should have a abdomenoplasty. I do not want a huge scar. The stomach lo0ks like huge cellulite and divots. Any suggestions will help.

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Uneven contour following liposuction

Sorry about the lipo results. Unfortunately, this is a common complication of liposuction. In general, a smooth contour is very difficult to achieve. Some things that help include the use of small rather than large bore cannulas. this allows very small and even pockets of fat to be resected rather than large irregular pockets. Additionally, a cross-hatching technique in the deep plane should be employed. Nevertheless, you have your results. Ultrasound and... more

Loose Abdominal skin after liposuction and need for Tummy Tuck

Depending on skin elasticity, age, and genetic predisposition, different peoples skin reacts differently with liposuction. while some peoples skin shrinks amazingly well after liposuction, others do not. This is especially true if you have already had stretch mark, wrinkles, or have had multiple pregnancies. If you develop loose skin or wrinkles the only way to make your abdomen look smoother is to tighten the skin via an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck. Although there is a scar with... more

How to correct liposuction lumps and bumps?

Liposuction of the abdomen should only be performed when there is excess fat without skin laxity, stretch marks, or muscle weakness. Even when you are an ideal candidate, the experienced plastic surgeon will only perform liposuction to the deep fat of the abdomen and very little to the superficial fat. Excessive liposuction in the abdomen or subsequent weight changes often results in a lumpy and bumpy appearance. Although repeat Vaserassisted liposuction may improve the appearance, only a... more

Liposuction results negatively affected by hysterectomy

Your liposuction provided good results you state, but after the hysterectomy you have uneven skin. The hysterectomy may have created adhesions of skin to muscle and improvement may need a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). It would be doubtful that the contour could be improved sufficiently by subcision and fat injections in the depressed areas and microliposuction of the elevated areas. See a plastic surgeon in consultation for an in-person examination.

Tummy tuck

Is sounds like you would benefit from an abdominoplasty. If you already have a hysterectomy scar that should be less of an issue

Abdomen

If you have a lot of loose skin on the abdomen and the muscles are weak, you may be a good candidate for the procedure. An exam and discussion are essential.

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Help for uneven abdomen 6 years after liposuction

You report having had a disappointing Liposuction followed by a total hysterectomy (? scar location and extent) and are unhappy with your "stomach looks like a wreck. Uneven skin with lumps, divots, and extra skin" - YET in the absence of a good set of photographs it is impossible to begin to advise you on where to start. Can a mechanic suggest car repairs without taking a look at the car? One more comment Re "huge scars". NO sane persons wants a scar if he/she can... more

Liposuction and Tummy Tuck

Although without pictures it is difficult to fully assess your condition, the cellulite and extra ski appearance of your abdomen could be best improved by an abdominoplasty. Standard liposuction does not routinely improve upon extra skin. Depending on the amount of extra skin you have, the newer techniques of liposuction (laser, ultrasound, etc...) may not adequately correct your problem either. Abdominoplasty does not have to leave you with a "huge" scar; if you already have an... more