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I Am Concerned About Aging and the Effect the Liposuction Will Have Long Term?

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Beautiful.MeOct 29, 2011
I am 25 yr old female, and have my surgery date for Liposuction of my ab/flanks/back/thighs in 2 wks.. Possibly side effects later in life due to lipo? 20 yrs from now, will I have any complications that may arise due to the Liposuction?

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Jeffrey Zwiren, MD

Certainly at 6 months you would expect to see some changes following liposuction. Ask to see pre and post op photos.  Ask to see a copy of your operative report to see how much fat was removed.  If your weight is the same as it was prior to surgery and you have not gained any weight...

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Mark Taylor, MD

It is always best to check back with the doctor who did the procedure regarding concerns about the results.  If you are unsatisfied get a second opinion from another respected expert.

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Vincent P. Marin, MD, FACS

Normally, you should see results after surgery unless the liposuction is very small volume - sometimes the swelling camouflages the results. You will continue to swell over several weeks after your procedure, but this should be close to significantly improved by 6 weeks. The key is that you...

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