I've heard that after having thigh liposuction, the skin will become lumpy and will wrinkle. Is this true?

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Richard Greco, MD · Answer

Liposuction is an excellent operation in the right candidate.  Patients with excellent skin quality and defined fat deposits get exceptional results.Patients with large fat deposits and loose skin are a set up for contour deformities post liposuction.  The techniques to remove the fat - syringe liposuction, small cannula sizes, early post operative massage, and LPG therapy post op have lead to my best results.  Irregularities do not have to occur.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Suction of the thighs can yield an excellent result depending on patient selection. Skin that is in good condition covering a modest amount of fat should leave an excellent result. Your surgeon will Discuss Your particular situation.

William T. Stoeckel, MD · Answer

It is very possible that thigh liposuction can result in lumpy and wrinkled skin. But if the procedure is completed by a careful and well trained surgeon, the chances are extremely low. Most surgeons will be careful to leave the proper amount of fatty tissue behind and to use a cross tunneling technique with multiple cannula sites. Liposuction can be done very safely and effectively. But it can also lead to very dissatisfying results when done poorly. Make certain that you choose a board certified plastic surgeon to complete the procedure for you.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Thighs do great with liposuction but mainly if they are done with the tumescent lipo under local with small cannulas. Lipos done under gen anesthesia with the larger cannulas tend to look lumpy and saggy anywhere on the body. sincerely,David Hansen,MD

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

After having Smartlipo
the areas will be slightly swollen and bruised. If there are areas that are
lumpy this is just the healing process, and will eventually subside. Continue
to wear your compression garment and follow up with your surgeon.

I've heard that after having thigh liposuction, the skin will become lumpy and will wrinkle. Is this true?

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Answer: Most thigh liposuctions don't get saggy.

Answer: Most thigh liposuctions don't get saggy.

Answer: Smartlipo will tighten your skin

Answer: Smartlipo will tighten your skin

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I've heard that after having thigh liposuction, the skin will become lumpy and will wrinkle. Is this true?

Answers (8)

Answer: Most thigh liposuctions don't get saggy.

Answer: Most thigh liposuctions don't get saggy.

Answer: Smartlipo will tighten your skin

Answer: Smartlipo will tighten your skin

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