Deep crease 3 weeks post upper abdominal liposuction. Will it subside? (Photo)

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I had a touch up procedure done 3 weeks ago, to rectify a strange pocket of fat above my belly button. I am now noticing a deep crease above the area that was suctioned. Is this permanent? Will it disappear?

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

From the preoperative photograph it looks as though there was some surplus of skin to begin with. Liposuction, with its reduction volume, can exacerbate a skinfold. In your particular circumstance there is still a sizable amount of swelling and you should see improvement as this subsides.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

At this point you are early in healing and doing post operative ultrasound, massage and radiofrequency would help.  It appears to me you were more of a tummy tuck candidate with liposuction prior to surgery but now that you had liposuction, if you do not get the results you want I suggest seeing a dermatologist/plastic surgeon who specializes in hi definition stomach contouring.  I do this frequently and often have to combine liposuction with skin surgery to get the best results, that is a big part of our practice.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Payman Danielpour, MD, FACS · Answer

It is possible that the garment (if you are wearing one) is not worn properly and is making the crease that is shown in the picture. I advise that u massage the area and make sure that the compression is worn so there is even pressure placed throughout.

Paul Silverstein, MD (retired) · Answer

Three weeks post-op is far too early to judge the results of a liposuction.  I would recommend wearing your compression garment for another three weeks, and then re-evaluate your post-op creases.   If they are better, wait out another three months before seeking more surgery.  If they are not better, you will need a touch up lipo with cross direction canula paths to break up the ceases.  Your surgeon will give you the best advice.

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