Liposuction while awake? Completely freaking out because I'm afraid I'm going to feel pain.

Just like with a tummy tuck there is damage to the lymphatic system and a lot of times when we operate we can’t see the little lymphatic vessels but postoperatively they repair themselves and people usually don’t have any problems accumulating fluid afterwards. Occasionally they do and...

Hello Is important to know that each patient has an individual recovery process and the inflammation process can last months. I recommend that if you have any concerns consult your doctor. Regards Dr. Israel Mañon Certified Plastic Surgeon

Thanks for the question.Yes, liposuction can be done on a "buffalo hump." One thing to consider is that the hump can have very tough (fibrous) tissue mixed in with the fat. Some plastic surgeons have more luck improving this area if their liposuction equipment has some sort of way to melt the...

Hi Averiqua, Lipo of the pubic mons is a common request especially after tummy tuck or abdominal lipo. This is a relatively quick and easy procedure which can be done awake, in the office under local anesthesia. You will wear a compression garment for 2 weeks as in most lipo cases. You can be...

Thank you for asking about your tummy tuck recovery.Please see your plastic surgeon to be checked. Your surgeon knows what was done and make sure all is well. Pain like this may be from many different things - including bruising and your garment. Always see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon....

Looks as though too much fat was removed. generally it is not a great idea to remove fat as loss of fat generally is associated with a more aged appearance, especially in the face. I think you need to have the fat replaced