How long before I see my abdomen flat from liposuction?

Question

I had liposuction on upper and lower abdominal on 7/15/2015. It has been 18 days, i still dont see my abdominal flat.

Ricardo Vega, MD · Answer

Thank you for your
question. Liposuction takes about 6 months to heal. Subtle improvement
continues for another year. Make sure you are using your compression garment throughout the day, sometimes a foam compression over the area and continue to do frequent. After 6 weeks you do not need the garment anymore. Most
patients will see 80% of their results at 3 months after surgery.
However, the final results will not be seen until after all swelling resolves.
This usually takes 4 to 6 months. Be patient, wish you luck. Dr. Ricardo Vega

Marshall T. Partington, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling after liposuction continues for at least 3 to 4 weeks. We do not judge 
your initial results for at least 3 months. Graduation day is usually 6 months. 
Early extensive exercising will prolong swelling. So will a diet rich in sodium 
that retains fluid. I recommend all my patients where their compression garment 
6 weeks, longer than most recommendations. This seems to help with swelling, 
even in the face of earlier activity.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

My patients typically see results immediately, especially with hi definition procedures and even with swelling.  However, ultimate results from the procedure are seen after 3-6 months.  Starting lymphatic massage, velashape and/or venus legacy, help speed the recovery.  I suggest speaking to your physician if you are concerned.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Payman Danielpour, MD, FACS · Answer

Be patient because swelling can last up to 3 months to see the final contour depending on the amount of liposuction that was performed.  Compression can help with the swelling so I highly recommend compression garments.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Very generally speaking patients will see about 75% improvement in the first six weeks after liposuction. The final 25% or so may take six months.

George John Alexander, MD, FACS · Answer

Most of the results of liposuction are often seen by about 4-6 weeks
after surgery and often more subtle results are seen throughout the first year
post-op.  The best doctor to assess your
healing is your plastic surgeon.  I would
recommend for you to remain patient, follow your surgeon’s advice, continue
with a healthy diet and start exercising again when your surgeon allows you
to.  These steps will help you achieve
the best results.

Brian J. Reagan, MD · Answer

You are still early in the healing period.  You should see significant improvement at 2 weeks, and it should continue to  improve over the next few weeks.  I use foam padding and compression garments to get optimal results.  Be patient.All the Best,Dr. Brian Reagan

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The number one posted concern on RealSelf under liposuction is in regards to an early lack of results. When liposuction is done correctly on patients who are good candidates, immediate improvements are typically seen. From there on, results continue to improve over the next three months. Patients will typically be their most swollen approximately one week after the procedure. Many patients will actually gain weight during this part of the healing process because of swelling. One common reason patients fail to see results after liposuction of their abdomen has to do with proper indications for liposuction. When the primary diagnosis is excess subcutaneous fat, then liposuction is typically the treatment of choice. When the diagnosis is something else, then liposuction will not lead to impressive results. Other concerns that are not treated with liposuction include muscle separation from pregnancy, skin laxity and intra-abdominal fat, or intestinal fat. Final results after liposuction typically take around three months.Two weeks is much too soon to judge the outcome of your procedure.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

How long before I see my abdomen flat from liposuction?

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