What can I do to get rid of this pudge after liposuction? (Photos)

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I had liposuction surgery on January 17,2017 I am now 4 months post op & I have this pudge over my belly button and when I turn to the side , it buldges out . It's so ugly ! Please anybody, any doctor , please help me

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

Hello!It looks like you need to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Is there still fat present in this area? Is this something that might get better with massage and compression? These are questions that can only be answered with a physical examination. If you are not satisfied with what your surgeon tells you, you can always get another opinion. It's possible that you may need a touch up to remove some residual fat - which may be able to be done under local anesthesia. Best of luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you weren't a candidate for liposuction alone, but would need a tummy tuck which can be performed at the same time as more body contouring. I recommend a high definition procedure like VASER HI DEF, which will give you the most fat removal, skin tightening and contour. I recommend following up with a high definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is difficult to determine what you will need without evaluating you in person. By looking at the photos you may need some further liposuction to give a better contour to the abdomen. If you have any laxity to the skin, a tummy tuck might be necessary.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your results. Unfortunately, without examining you in person, it's hard to give any kind of accurate advice. Is the issue excess fat or skin? I would suggest that you wait 2 more months until you are 6 months post op and then speak with your surgeon about either a revision liposuction or a skin tightening treatment.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You might have been a better candidate  for a tummy tuck if that is loose skin.  Hard to say without an exam.

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