I've read conflicting things about liposuction on the face, and am wondering what others here have to say. I have excess fat around my mouth - I've seen it referred to here at times as perioral mounds. It isn't buccal fat, and from close research it doesn't seem related to the masseter. I wouldn't schedule anything without more careful consultation. But I am curious whether liposuction of the face is universally considered too risky, or if there are cases where it might be a viable treatment?
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April 19, 2015
Answer: Liposuction of the Face
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
If you were my patient, I would prefer you to stay in town for a week following surgery. That way, should there be any early complications, you are close-by and we can see you right away. Good luck!
I prefer temporary use of Ace wraps until drains are removed and drainage has stopped, and most of the immediate postoperative edema is stabilized. After this, fitted compression garments are preferred; I typically recommend for 6-8 weeks, or until almost all of the edema has resolved.
Kane, It is true that excess body fat in the tummy area will tend to hide or obscure muscle definition. Imagine a male model in a magazine with great abs. If he were to put on a thick sweater, you would not see his abs. Body fat acts in the same way. The lower your body...
