I'm a white female in my 20's and considering geting liposuction. I've been told I have keloid scaring after I had my ears pierced. I'm wanting to know if I'll get these scars from a liposuction procedure? If so, will they be big?
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October 16, 2009
Answer: Risks should be discussed with your physician
Thank you for your question. It is hard to provided with a valid medical opinion without photos. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.
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The lateral area of the chest wall posterior to the breasts can indeed be treated with liposuction and will give a good result in most patients. However, the fat is very fibrous so you may need an ultrasonic or power assisted liposuction device to remove the fat. There is also a...
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