3 years post-op - very lumpy, what is this and what can I do? (Photo)

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I had a bbl 3 years ago, and I'm so dissatisfied with my results. My butt has cause me to be very self conscious. My butt is very soft and I don't feel any hard lumps, but my skin is lumpy almost like severe cellulite. What caused this? What can I do to fix it?

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank-you for your question. It would be better if we could see  your pictures from before the surgery as well.  Based on your photographs, you have fatty deposits which are uneven and superficial. My usual approach for this would be do a Thermitight tight procedure followed by another session of Fat grafting. This would tighten the skin, add volume and even out the contours. Please find an experienced Board certified Plastic surgeon near you who specialises in these procedure who can examine you and help you with your concerns.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @LadyParis, I appreciate your question. Whenever you are carrying out your surgical, it is important to take into consideration what you expect and what you may be able to achieve in the long run. To determine the best course of action, a personalized consultation is necessary, in which all aspects are considered. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear LadyParis,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Cagil Meric Erenoglu, MD · Answer

Hi, LadyParis ! Thank you for your question and photos.
Sometimes, the injected fat migrates downwards and worsens the appearance of the cellulites. The cellulites basically result from the attachments between the connective tissue and skin. So the best result can be provided by a skin-removal surgery, where these connections are released and skin excess is removed on both sides, so that buttocks are lifted and smoothened at the same time.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Thanks for posting photos. Appears as very severe cellulite with some dermal to sub cutaneous dents. I recommend a combination of  hyper dilutedRadisess/Sculptra injections in a few sessions . The fees are based on the # of syringes or vials used. I usally start at $6,000 per session. I believe you may need 3 + sessions.

3 years post-op - very lumpy, what is this and what can I do? (Photo)

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Answer: A skin-removal and attachment-release surgery will benefit.

Answer: A skin-removal and attachment-release surgery will benefit.

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