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.
Answer: Scars post op Hi,The entry ways for liposuction access are extremely small. They end up about the size of a mole and will continue to fade and shrink for the first 12 months. I always educate my patients to be patient with those areas and over time you will be hard pressed to notice them. All access points are placed in well hidden areas as well to help patients with conceal the areas.Your down time should be minimal as most of my patients are back to work within 24 hrs, the added bonus of being young should help you rebound quickly!
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Answer: Scars post op Hi,The entry ways for liposuction access are extremely small. They end up about the size of a mole and will continue to fade and shrink for the first 12 months. I always educate my patients to be patient with those areas and over time you will be hard pressed to notice them. All access points are placed in well hidden areas as well to help patients with conceal the areas.Your down time should be minimal as most of my patients are back to work within 24 hrs, the added bonus of being young should help you rebound quickly!
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Answer: There are many treatments that can be done to make surgery scars less noticeable Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.
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Answer: There are many treatments that can be done to make surgery scars less noticeable Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.
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January 3, 2018
Answer: Is there permanent scarring after liposuction? Hello and thank you for your question. Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that uses cannulas (small tubes) to suction fat from the body. As a result, you will have some small scars at the entry points made during the procedure. Your board certified facial plastic surgeon will locate these entry points at natural folds in the skin and in areas concealed by clothing to minimize their appearance. Also, these scars will lighten and fade over time and most often will be extremely difficult to detect, especially if you have fair skin. I hope this information helps you. Contact a board certified facial plastic surgeon in your area for an in-person consultation and more details about liposuction. Good luck!- Elbert T. Cheng, MD
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January 3, 2018
Answer: Is there permanent scarring after liposuction? Hello and thank you for your question. Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that uses cannulas (small tubes) to suction fat from the body. As a result, you will have some small scars at the entry points made during the procedure. Your board certified facial plastic surgeon will locate these entry points at natural folds in the skin and in areas concealed by clothing to minimize their appearance. Also, these scars will lighten and fade over time and most often will be extremely difficult to detect, especially if you have fair skin. I hope this information helps you. Contact a board certified facial plastic surgeon in your area for an in-person consultation and more details about liposuction. Good luck!- Elbert T. Cheng, MD
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December 9, 2017
Answer: SmartLipo Thank you for your question. You may be an ideal recovery for SculpSure because the procedure provides no downtime and has no side effects, but can still permanently reduce up to 25% of fat in your desired treated areas. I suggest that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
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December 9, 2017
Answer: SmartLipo Thank you for your question. You may be an ideal recovery for SculpSure because the procedure provides no downtime and has no side effects, but can still permanently reduce up to 25% of fat in your desired treated areas. I suggest that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Smart lipo hello caseyh Patient’s scars will mature following surgery; they may be red or raised for the first few months, but after 6–12 months they will soften, lighten, and become less noticeable. Laser treatments available at the Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery can quicken the healing of scars and reduce them significantly. #scar #recovery
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Smart lipo hello caseyh Patient’s scars will mature following surgery; they may be red or raised for the first few months, but after 6–12 months they will soften, lighten, and become less noticeable. Laser treatments available at the Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery can quicken the healing of scars and reduce them significantly. #scar #recovery
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