Liposuction revision surgery - swelling? (photos)

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I have gone through abdominoplasty in June 2016 and Upper abdomen liposuction on 7th Jan 2017. Now it has been 2 weeks since the liposuction procedure but I am not sure I think my tummy has not gone flat after 2 surgeries also. I dont know weather it is swelling or it will still go inside after 3 weeks as suggested by my surgeon.Should i be more patient and wait or should I do something about it?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Be patient. In the future, consider liposuction. I would begin with our Hidef liposuction protocol that includes fibrous release, fat grafting, lipocavitation, liposculpture, PRP SC, liposonix, and RF multiplane tissue tightening. 
  
Secondarily, I would employ the Brazilian cellulite technique to eliminate scar tethering. Combined with fibrous release, many of the deep scar indentations can be improved. 
  
Best, 
  
Dr. Karamanoukian
  
#Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, it is too soon to tell. You have swelling which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. Did you have muscle repair?  I do not see any hi definition contouring.  Its likely if you want a more flat look you need more surgeyr with muscle repair and more agressive liposuction.  Please see a vaser 4D expert.  Best, Dr. Emer

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Liposuction swelling can take 4-6 months to settle. You may also have a fair amount of visceral ( internal over the organ) fat that can contribute to your fullness and cand only be reduced by diet and exercise.

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