How long do I have to wait before getting liposuction after having a baby?

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I am not breastfeeding.

William L. Reno, III, MD · Answer

I recommend waiting approximately 6 months to allow your skin and weight to stabilize.  Liposuction is a great option to remove unwanted areas of fat.  If you have loose skin, a skin tightening procedure may be needed.

Mitchel Goldman, MD · Answer

Pregnancy and delivery take a toll on your body. Please allow yourself to heal at least 3 months before considering a body-contouring technique such as liposuction. You may not like your body shape directly after delivering a baby, but could find that you go back to your pre-baby shape on your own after a few months. Breast feeding and exercise should help you regain your shape. If you are still unhappy with your shape and would like to permanently re-contour your body, you may also want to consider noninvasive fat-elimination techniques, such as Vanquish, CoolSculpting and ThermiTight. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist who can help you find the perfect fat-elimination technique to help you get back into shape once you're ready to do so.

Jairo Ulerio, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. After giving birth you'll need 6-9 months to have surgery and you should be no longer breastfeeding.
I hope my answer will help you to your question.Before undergoing any surgical procedure, please seek a board certified plastic surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Usually it is recommended to wait 6 months after childbirth before having liposuction. Keep in mind, if there is skin laxity, you won't be a candidate for liposuction alone, but would need a tummy tuck which can be performed at the same time as hi definition liposuction. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I would recommend waiting at least 6 months after giving birth to have liposuction done.  Make sure you are working with a board certified plastic surgeon with expertise in this area.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  I recommend waiting 6 months after your delivery before having surgery.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Best is to wait around 6 months to give your body enough time to heal and reach an estable weight before surgery. Liposuction is a very powerful technique in the right hands, and can have dramatic results in a variety of areas and a in a variety of patients. You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  A key quality indicator is Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Don’t settle for less than a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question! Most doctors recommend waiting at least six months to one year after pregnancy before undergoing liposuction.  Remember that you should strive to attain a stable weight prior to this procedure, so make sure to resume a healthy and active lifestyle to reduce any excess weight you might have gained during pregnancy.   
An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon would be the best way to assess your situation and guarantee an individualized medical advice.  Best of luck!

Ricardo Ventura, MD · Answer

Hello and Thank you for your question. Congratulations on having your  baby!  I Recommend six months after having a baby in order to have any procedure done.  Also a great advise is to seek for a  Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Its never too soon to start learning and have  a complete understanding of the procedure.
Hope this can be of help and Good Luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I tell patients to wait at least 6 months or at least until one has lost the "baby weight" and is no longer breast feeding.

How long do I have to wait before getting liposuction after having a baby?

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