I had lipo w/bbl 9 dys ago. I'm experiencing what I think is sciatic pain off and on for 4 days. I had this pain while pregnant.

I usually review the healing process at length with my patients before surgery so they can anticipate the different stages of healing after liposuction.I describe the stages of healing after liposuction as:Initial results at 24 hours. One day after liposuction, the swelling has just begun. The...

Please ask your doctor.  We try to go over the post-op care and instructions in detail before surgery. Regarding liposuction, we encourage patients to get back to normal activity as soon as possible. Your body will tell you what's right. If it causes pain, then don't do it. "No pain, no...

Yes. Fat cells are destroyed and with liposuction and we don't replace those lost cells. It's important to maintain a good lifestyle with health eating habits and exercise because other fat cells in the body can expand to store fat, even though you don't grow new cells in the area that is suctioned.

Cosmetic surgery can be controversial when requested by people unable to make mature decisions. Most plastic surgeons have consulted with young patients for elective surgery, even patients in their mid-teens (usually with their parents). At age 21, your body is developed, and you should...

Consult with your physician that inserted the implant. He/she will best be able to answer this question. (The manufacturer of Nexplanon also recommends consulting your healthcare provider on whether or not liposuction in the arm is feasible.) When scheduling consult appointments with Board...

Liposuction is not a weight loss tool, rather it is for contouring trouble spots on the body that haven't been reduced by diet and exercise. Additionally, best results are achieved by individuals who are at, or near, their ideal weight. Once you are at or near your ideal weight, consult in...