What can be done to smooth out these skin irregularities and scar tissue post BodyTite? (Photo)

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I have several irregularities after a BodyTite procedure over a year ago. One of those areas is the one pictured here on my lower right abdomen, one at 6 weeks post op and the other was taken about a month ago (1 yr post op). I had a couple rounds of steroid injections to this area, another procedure to release the scar tissue underneath, AND fat grafting. The skin is still rippling. What would help smooth this out? I was thinking Renuva or possibly c02 / microneedling?

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

I would try CIT (which stands for collagen induction therapy). It has shown to be quite successful in resolving this specific issue.

I hope this helps,
best of luck !

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Delivering consistent quality, liposuction results is more difficult than most people realize. The number of plastic surgeons who’s mastered this procedure are in a small minority. Liposuction results have more variation and outcome depending on who does the procedure than any other plastic surgery operation I’ve ever seen. Liposuction should be viewed as a permanent procedure, so it's very important to select a surgeon with a lot of liposuction experience. 
Based on your outcome, Renuva would work well to smooth out irregularities caused by your bodytite or a liposuction procedure. Once injected, Renuva acts like a scaffold for your body to build it's own fat, because the body recognizes the growth factors in the Renuva as building blocks for fat cell growth.
It takes about 3 - 6 months to see the final results, which depends on how well your body responds to being stimulated. Since the final result is your own fat cells where the Renuva was injected, it's best for Renuva to be injected conservatively during your first treatment. This will enable your doctor so see how much fat grew, and how much Renuva to inject during your second treatment. The best part is that this treatment is done in office. No need for surgery to harvest your own fat to transfer, like you went through before. Renuva helps fat grow exactly where you want it, so placement can be precise and final results can be optimal.Best,Mats Hagstrom, MD

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