Iv had liposuction done twice. A year later I noticed my skin got loose so I went in again for lipo. Now it's been 7 months and my skin seems like it's more loose when I'm standing up it looks a bit saggy and when I sit I have a big roll over my pants and it's just skin. What can I do to tighten up my skin. smart lipo ? Thermage? What's my best option
Answer: Liposuction and Loose Skin Hello,I don't understand why you would have a revision liposuction for loose skin. Liposuction has no direct positive benefits on skin quality. In fact, it potentially has some direct negative effects on skin that can and do occur, specifically the loss of critical skin attachments to underlying deep structures which can yield an irregular or wavy result.Despite the prolonged media blitz over high tech devices like laser lipo (e.g. Smartlipo), ultrasound lipo (e.g. Vaser), radiofrequency lipo, and a host of external/non-surgical gizmos like Thermage and Exilis, none of these have proven consistently or significantly effective at skin retraction/shrinkage.You will need to be evaluated by a real plastic surgeon that is capable of delivering all of the body contouring surgeries like tummy tucks, not just liposuction. Certification by the ABPS and membership with the ASAPS are necessary credentials.Best of luck!
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Answer: Liposuction and Loose Skin Hello,I don't understand why you would have a revision liposuction for loose skin. Liposuction has no direct positive benefits on skin quality. In fact, it potentially has some direct negative effects on skin that can and do occur, specifically the loss of critical skin attachments to underlying deep structures which can yield an irregular or wavy result.Despite the prolonged media blitz over high tech devices like laser lipo (e.g. Smartlipo), ultrasound lipo (e.g. Vaser), radiofrequency lipo, and a host of external/non-surgical gizmos like Thermage and Exilis, none of these have proven consistently or significantly effective at skin retraction/shrinkage.You will need to be evaluated by a real plastic surgeon that is capable of delivering all of the body contouring surgeries like tummy tucks, not just liposuction. Certification by the ABPS and membership with the ASAPS are necessary credentials.Best of luck!
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Answer: 53% MORE SKIN RETRACTION WITH VASER LIPOSUCTION. Hello Dgaribay,
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Answer: 53% MORE SKIN RETRACTION WITH VASER LIPOSUCTION. Hello Dgaribay,
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Excess Skin Removal After Liposuction Tightening the skin cannot be done with liposuction. To achieve more predictable, dramatic results, you'll need to surgically remove the skin with a tummy tuck. You can try nonsurgical methods of skin tightening, but please note that these generally take longer and results aren't as predictable. However, you won't have a scar afterward.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Excess Skin Removal After Liposuction Tightening the skin cannot be done with liposuction. To achieve more predictable, dramatic results, you'll need to surgically remove the skin with a tummy tuck. You can try nonsurgical methods of skin tightening, but please note that these generally take longer and results aren't as predictable. However, you won't have a scar afterward.
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May 30, 2014
Answer: There is no way to tighten the skin. Any significant surplus of excess skin require surgical excision. Don't waste your money on any so-called treatment this "tightens" skin.
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May 30, 2014
Answer: There is no way to tighten the skin. Any significant surplus of excess skin require surgical excision. Don't waste your money on any so-called treatment this "tightens" skin.
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May 22, 2020
Answer: Excess skin Sometimes liposuction can create a little bit of looseness of the skin especially to skin is not of the best quality prior to the procedure. There all kinds of treatments that are nonsurgical to tighten skin. I rarely believe in any of those. The best way to tighten your skin or to get rid of the excess more specifically would be to surgically remove the excess.
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May 22, 2020
Answer: Excess skin Sometimes liposuction can create a little bit of looseness of the skin especially to skin is not of the best quality prior to the procedure. There all kinds of treatments that are nonsurgical to tighten skin. I rarely believe in any of those. The best way to tighten your skin or to get rid of the excess more specifically would be to surgically remove the excess.
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May 22, 2014
Answer: Loose Skin After Liposuction Photos are necessary to see the extent of the problem. Some people need tummy tucks and liposuction alone makes the skin laxity worse. For some radiofrequency, ultrasound, or laser treatments of the skin post liposuction can be helpful. I cannot give an accurate assement without photos or a formal consultation. I wish you the best of luck, Dr. Emer.
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May 22, 2014
Answer: Loose Skin After Liposuction Photos are necessary to see the extent of the problem. Some people need tummy tucks and liposuction alone makes the skin laxity worse. For some radiofrequency, ultrasound, or laser treatments of the skin post liposuction can be helpful. I cannot give an accurate assement without photos or a formal consultation. I wish you the best of luck, Dr. Emer.
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