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I had liposuction of the outer thighs and flanks 2...
I had liposuction of the outer thighs and flanks 2 1/2 weeks ago. So far this webpage has helped me to recognize the things to be mindful of. At this point I'm very pleased with my results. I still have distal swelling of my outer thigh and lower flank area with numbness, but it tolerable. I wear my compression garment 24 hours a day still with removal for bathing. Honestly, I prefer wearing it as I feel like it does help with swelling immensely. I work as a director and am on the move and on my feet for majority of the day, so the compression garment is a plus for long days at work.
Recovery time: I took 1 1/2 weeks off from work. This still probably wasn't enough time, but this procedure was probably the hardest I've had to endure. Mostly from the nerves and disruption to the skin in the area I had done. (other procedures included breast augmentation in 2007 and tummy tuck in July of 2015.)
Words of wisdom...listen to your plastic surgeon. Mine encouraged me to do 20 minute soaks in the tub to reduce swelling in my thighs. I resisted for the first week as I hate being in the tub, but after I began actually doing the soaking my swelling reduced quickly.
Weight Loss: I didn't lose weight...I stayed the same. (although swelling is still occurring, but tolerable) I weighed 128 pounds before the procedure and today I am still 128 pounds. So be aware this isn't for weight loss...its for body sculpture. That's what I wanted...that's what I got.
How much did I have removed? My flank area 1300 CC on each side and 1150 CC on my right outer thigh and 850 CC on my left outer thigh. My right thigh slightly larger than my left...so this makes sense. This equals about 4600 CCs. Which I was surprised about, but I trusted my plastic surgeon with the results. I did actually mentioned before the surgery that I wanted her to be aggressive...this costs a lot...you want to advocate for what you want but also for what is reasonable.
I still hope to see more results. I'm happy with this procedure thus far. I went in with realistic expectations and came out with what I had hoped for.
Recovery time: I took 1 1/2 weeks off from work. This still probably wasn't enough time, but this procedure was probably the hardest I've had to endure. Mostly from the nerves and disruption to the skin in the area I had done. (other procedures included breast augmentation in 2007 and tummy tuck in July of 2015.)
Words of wisdom...listen to your plastic surgeon. Mine encouraged me to do 20 minute soaks in the tub to reduce swelling in my thighs. I resisted for the first week as I hate being in the tub, but after I began actually doing the soaking my swelling reduced quickly.
Weight Loss: I didn't lose weight...I stayed the same. (although swelling is still occurring, but tolerable) I weighed 128 pounds before the procedure and today I am still 128 pounds. So be aware this isn't for weight loss...its for body sculpture. That's what I wanted...that's what I got.
How much did I have removed? My flank area 1300 CC on each side and 1150 CC on my right outer thigh and 850 CC on my left outer thigh. My right thigh slightly larger than my left...so this makes sense. This equals about 4600 CCs. Which I was surprised about, but I trusted my plastic surgeon with the results. I did actually mentioned before the surgery that I wanted her to be aggressive...this costs a lot...you want to advocate for what you want but also for what is reasonable.
I still hope to see more results. I'm happy with this procedure thus far. I went in with realistic expectations and came out with what I had hoped for.
Provider Review
Dr.Rocheford is an outstanding plastic surgeon. Not only is her skill impeccable she is knowledgeable, personable, and realistic. Her facility and staff is outstanding. I would recommend her without reservation.