I had laser lipo on my thighs+arms. I now have open burn wounds on the back of my arms, apprx 4x5" size, and a similar area on my thigh. The colors of the wounds range: red, purple, yellow, pink. Some parts moist and oozing, smaller parts drying up.
Some parts dark purple but still covered with a thin skin layer; I assume since the layer underneath is dead and burned, this skin will come off too? Do I need a skin graft? Will I be scarred for life? Doc acts like no problem, all normal. Seriously?
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July 18, 2011
Answer: Open wounds after laser liposuction
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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
If you are talking about one of the external(non invasive) treatments plan and budget for at least two treatments before you see appreciable results. Fo laser liposuction done by an experienced surgeon you will be smaller immediately after surgery and your results will continue to improve for up...
This depends on several factors, including but not limited to your health, amt. of fat present, complications after surgery, and the overall goal. Usually a time period of a year is advisable, but this decision should be made with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and you in a consultation.
Laser lipolysis (laser liposuction) should not be used to treat under eye bags. Laser lipolysis is a treatment that melts the fat so it can be removed by a power assisted cannula. Smartlipo is a brand of laser liposuction.
If you are experiencing under eye bags, it is likely due to a...