I have deep dents on either side of my body. I can put my thumb inside the dent. I had liposuction of the hips/flanks and upper back. I was told to get lymphatic massages, wear my compression garment, and drink lots of water. Is there anything else that I can do? Are these dents normal? Why does it look like this?
April 13, 2019
Answer: Liposuction Recovery Compassionate I appreciate your concern, however it is quite early in your recovery journey. It can take as long as six months for all swelling to resolve and skin contour to return to normal. I am not a fan of lymphatic massage because it can be painful and there is no proof that it has any benefits. I recommend continue wearing your elastic garment and try gentle self massage with moisturizer daily. Confirm my advice with your board-certified plastic surgeon.
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April 13, 2019
Answer: Liposuction Recovery Compassionate I appreciate your concern, however it is quite early in your recovery journey. It can take as long as six months for all swelling to resolve and skin contour to return to normal. I am not a fan of lymphatic massage because it can be painful and there is no proof that it has any benefits. I recommend continue wearing your elastic garment and try gentle self massage with moisturizer daily. Confirm my advice with your board-certified plastic surgeon.
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May 4, 2019
Answer: I have deep dents on either side of my body after Liposuction. What can I do? (photos) Hello dear!! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation is normal. I suggest my patients to try the lymphatic massages and to use a full body compression garment, 24/7 for the first 3 months, and after that, for 12 hours a day for 3 more months, to get the best results. It is important for the compression garment to be very tight, for it to help with the swelling, after surgery. Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon. Good luck :)
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May 4, 2019
Answer: I have deep dents on either side of my body after Liposuction. What can I do? (photos) Hello dear!! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation is normal. I suggest my patients to try the lymphatic massages and to use a full body compression garment, 24/7 for the first 3 months, and after that, for 12 hours a day for 3 more months, to get the best results. It is important for the compression garment to be very tight, for it to help with the swelling, after surgery. Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon. Good luck :)
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