How do you remove scar tissue from liposuction in the abdomen?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars. 
 
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Reza Tirgari, MD · Answer

I agree that photos would be helpful, but we do see folks who have had liposuction done elsewhere who now present with scars.
Generally, for larger scars, an excision to remove them completely is the only good option.  However, for smaller and isolated scars, we have had excellent success with either laser resurfacing or microneedling, using proper protocols according to the client's skin type.
A consultation with a qualified and experienced surgeon is your best bet.

Carmen Kavali, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Photos would be helpful.  It would also be helpful to know how long ago you had your liposuction done.  Scars do soften over time (as long as 2-3 years).  Massage can be helpful to soften the scar tissue.  If you have a lot of deep scar tissue that has caused contour irregularities, you may need surgical revision.  Things like scar release and fat transfer can help. Or if all the scar tissue is on your lower abdomen, and you have loose skin, a tummy tuck can just remove that scarred tissue altogether.  As you see, the solutions vary widely depending on the actual problem.  If you saw a board-certified plastic surgeon for your initial liposuction, consider going back to discuss your concerns.  Best wishes,Dr. Kavali

John D. Symbas, MD · Answer

Scar tissue from liposuction typically represents adherence of the skin down to the deeper layers of the abdomen from the prior liposuction.  Sometimes this can result from too much fat being removed.  One option is to break up that scar tissue with cannulas under no suction, followed by injection of a small amount of fat just under the skin to give you that natural/unscarred look to the tissue.

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