It's been 11 days since chin Lipo. I understand it could take several wks for results but is this normal to still look like I have a double chin and is it going to get better? I'm not so sure if this is swelling. I'm 39 and have good elasticity in that area. I'm worried I'm not going to have good results. It was this same size at 4 days post op also. Here are some before Lipo and 11 days post op pics I've posted.
March 5, 2019
Answer: Still swollen You're definitely still swollen 11 days postoperatively. I tell my patients that swelling typically peaks around 4-5 days after liposuction and slowly improves after that. Final results typically take at least 3 months and sometimes longer before the swelling is gone and internal scar tissue has had a chance to soften and mature. You may find some temporary improvement by undergoing lymphatic massage. I recommend all liposuction patients have at least 1-2 lymphatic massage treatments beginning 1 week postoperatively. I also recommend wearing compression garments whether the on the body or in your case on the neck for 1-2 weeks postoperatively. Range of motion exercises are also encouraged after neck surgery in order to avoid scar bands that can occur subcutaneously. If after 3-6 months you're still not satisfied with the results you should definitely discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
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March 5, 2019
Answer: Still swollen You're definitely still swollen 11 days postoperatively. I tell my patients that swelling typically peaks around 4-5 days after liposuction and slowly improves after that. Final results typically take at least 3 months and sometimes longer before the swelling is gone and internal scar tissue has had a chance to soften and mature. You may find some temporary improvement by undergoing lymphatic massage. I recommend all liposuction patients have at least 1-2 lymphatic massage treatments beginning 1 week postoperatively. I also recommend wearing compression garments whether the on the body or in your case on the neck for 1-2 weeks postoperatively. Range of motion exercises are also encouraged after neck surgery in order to avoid scar bands that can occur subcutaneously. If after 3-6 months you're still not satisfied with the results you should definitely discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
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March 1, 2019
Answer: Too soon to judge results from liposuction generally take 3 to 6 months to be final. 11 days it's way too early to make any judgments. Try waiting at least 6 to 8 weeks before comparing results. Based on your pictures you're most likely have mild microhnathia or a small jaw bone in relationship to your midface bone or the maxilla. Patients with this skeletal imbalance often have an overbite as well. If you could pinch a half inch of fat or more before the procedure you were most likely have a great results. Be patient. Best, Mats Hagstrom M.D.
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March 1, 2019
Answer: Too soon to judge results from liposuction generally take 3 to 6 months to be final. 11 days it's way too early to make any judgments. Try waiting at least 6 to 8 weeks before comparing results. Based on your pictures you're most likely have mild microhnathia or a small jaw bone in relationship to your midface bone or the maxilla. Patients with this skeletal imbalance often have an overbite as well. If you could pinch a half inch of fat or more before the procedure you were most likely have a great results. Be patient. Best, Mats Hagstrom M.D.
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