How many times is it okay for someone to have liposuction performed? (Photo)

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Hi I had liposculpture once (lipo back abdomen flanks and underarm areas) surgery was in January 2014 . I been seriously thinking about having more lipo done to re touch the same areas and lipo my tights and arms . Is it safe to get lipo more than once in our lifes? Also my hemoglobin level before surgery was 13.8 and 9 days after surgery it dropped to 7 Should I get more lipo done ?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Surgeons use so many criteria to define the extent of liposuction. I would suggest our Hidef Liposuction Revision Protocol which combines liposuction with Liposonix, lipo cavitation, skin tightening, and fibrous release. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.Liposuction can be done againI would discuss with your doctor the drop in hctThe best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

You obviously had very extensive
liposuction for the first time to have that much of a drop in hemoglobin. However,
doing revisional or secondary liposuction is quite feasible, although it should
be more limited in scope, so it is very unlikely that you would see a drop in
hemoglobin. I would talk over your goals with your original surgeon or another
surgeon. Touchups after liposuction are common and generally successful. Best
of luck.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I am unaware of any limits to the number of times in the area can be retreated with liposuction. I've actually never treated a given area more than twice.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you have fat and good skin tone, you can have the procedure done multiple times without problems.  You are an amazing candidate for good contouring.  You should go to someone who specializes in full body contouring and shaping as you could get an excellent outcome if you chose to go to someone who specializes in this type of liposuction rather than someone focused on just decreasing fat in an area.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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