Lipo on the lower stomach. I don't really see a difference. Why?

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Hi. I got lipo on the lower part of my stomach that had a mini baby bump ( i have never had children and I’m really slim) i just had a hard time removing that fat by my belly button and below. I got lipo 2 weeks ago and i don’t really see a difference, why is that? And is it possible to do lipo again in that area and how long would you recommend? If I don’t see any difference by the third month can i do lipo on that area again then?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Pre and post operative photos would be helpful in responding to your question.  Liposuction removes fat.  Liposuction may not create a greater problem with skin laxity, but liposuction will not improve the skin quality.  Wearing the compression garment correctly and snugly 24/7 for the first 4 to 6 weeks after surgery along with early recognition and draining of fluid collections can help prevent irregularities of liposuction.  The skin can tighten after liposuction as the swelling continues to resolve. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

M. Dean Vistnes, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The lumpiness, swelling, itching and hardness after a surgery like you had typically persists at least 8 weeks after the surgery then slowly goes away. In my experience, daily massage of the hard areas makes the biggest difference in getting rid of it sooner rather than later. Staying away from salt will make a big difference in swelling. It can easily take 6 months or more to see results. Be sure to keep any scheduled follow up appointments you have with your surgeons for his evaluation and advice. Hope this helps.
Dean Vistnes, M.D.
Vistnes Plastic Surgery 
San Francisco Bay Area
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Lipo on the lower stomach. I don't really see a difference. Why?

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