Hello, I have lipo about 4-5 months ago but I'm so so with my results and unsure if this is fibrosis or just swelling from the drain. Would you recommend I undergo vaser/laser lipo for the fat pockets that remained to achieve a flat smooth look or should I just start to consider a tummy tuck ( I've never been pregnant )
September 28, 2017
Answer: Abdominal Contour Irregularity Hello, If you had a drain, you may have had a collection of fluid after removal which would contribute to this contour irregularity. At 4 months, I would wait a bit longer, and perhaps get aggressive lymphatic massage from a specialist, or Endermologie treatments. If there is no improvement over two months, then you can consider revision surgery. I caution you regarding Vaser or any other modality that adds heat (laser, radiofrequency, ultrasound). It throws into the equation an unknown variable, and offers no benefit over the current proven technology of SAFE lipo (Simeon Wall, Jr., MD). This is not a machine, but a series of techniques that were specifically devised to treat secondary liposuction defects. Surgeons who've been paying attention for the last decade are likely now experienced with the technique. Best of luck!
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Abdominal Contour Irregularity Hello, If you had a drain, you may have had a collection of fluid after removal which would contribute to this contour irregularity. At 4 months, I would wait a bit longer, and perhaps get aggressive lymphatic massage from a specialist, or Endermologie treatments. If there is no improvement over two months, then you can consider revision surgery. I caution you regarding Vaser or any other modality that adds heat (laser, radiofrequency, ultrasound). It throws into the equation an unknown variable, and offers no benefit over the current proven technology of SAFE lipo (Simeon Wall, Jr., MD). This is not a machine, but a series of techniques that were specifically devised to treat secondary liposuction defects. Surgeons who've been paying attention for the last decade are likely now experienced with the technique. Best of luck!
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Answer: Liposuction Thank you for your question.It appears you have some unevenness of the liposuction contours. It is hard to tell if it is residual fat or fibrosis. I would recommend being evaluated in person to discuss all of your options.
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Answer: Liposuction Thank you for your question.It appears you have some unevenness of the liposuction contours. It is hard to tell if it is residual fat or fibrosis. I would recommend being evaluated in person to discuss all of your options.
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Liposuction Irregularities--VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture Revision, ThermiRF, fat grafting This can be improved with a liposuction revision. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the smoothest result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Liposuction Irregularities--VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture Revision, ThermiRF, fat grafting This can be improved with a liposuction revision. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the smoothest result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Problems after liposuction Dear lm_Gabby,I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction. This happens often when areas the undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately. The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. The revision can often be done under local as well.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Problems after liposuction Dear lm_Gabby,I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction. This happens often when areas the undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately. The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. The revision can often be done under local as well.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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Answer: Lipo 4-5 months post-op I notice some irregularity in your abdominal area. It also appears that your upper abdominal area was not treated with the liposuction. I would wait a few more months until it is settled. I would encourage getting some massage for that area to break down the unevenness. Otherwise you can get some procedures done like the mini abdominalplasty to smooth out the skin contour. But before you proceed with the mini abdominalplasty I would wait several months, maybe up to a year.
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Answer: Lipo 4-5 months post-op I notice some irregularity in your abdominal area. It also appears that your upper abdominal area was not treated with the liposuction. I would wait a few more months until it is settled. I would encourage getting some massage for that area to break down the unevenness. Otherwise you can get some procedures done like the mini abdominalplasty to smooth out the skin contour. But before you proceed with the mini abdominalplasty I would wait several months, maybe up to a year.
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