I am interested in liposuction, most likely smart lipo. I feel that I bruise and scar easier than most, and want to know if there is permanent scarring or marks after a procedure? I am looking to have a few areas done- upper and lower stomach, thighs, love handles, and bra rolls. I am certainly willing to do these procedures in phases and not all at not, as I am a 24y/o college student and do not have the time to be laid up in recovery for too long.
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November 30, 2017
Answer: Scars post op
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Calvin Jung, MDPhysician, Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
The amount of local anesthetic used should be ample for keeping you comfortable during your procedure. However, just keep in mind that Smartlipo can only remove fatty deposits; if excess glandular tissue is the cause of gynecomastia, then surgical excision may be the better option. Work with a...
Yes, liposuction can be done in the setting of dormant Morphea Scleroderma. I have performed extensive trunk liposuction on a patient as a treatment for contour irregularities from prior dermal sclerosis with significant improvement. However, there is a risk of reignition of the disease in a...
It is hard to be to specific without seeing you in person. i would suggest massaging the areas since it is unusual to still be tender this far from surgery. i would also suggest exercising regularly, if you are not already doing so. that will also help make you less sore.you seem to have a very...