I noticed immediate results a few days after having lipo, then weeks later, the results vanished. How long until I see the final and lasting result of my liposuction procedure?
Answer: It can take 3 to 6 months for your final results. Yigalll,
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Answer: It can take 3 to 6 months for your final results. Yigalll,
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Answer: Lipo Results: a few months to a year The final results of liposuction typically become visible after several months. While you may notice some improvement right after the procedure, swelling and bruising are common in the weeks that follow, which can temporarily obscure the results. Most patients will see about 80% of the final result within the first 3 months as swelling begins to subside gradually. However, the remaining swelling may take up to 6 months to a year to fully resolve, and in some cases, it can take up to a year for the skin to fully contract and for the final results to stabilize. If you noticed good results immediately after the procedure, chances are high that those results will come back (your surgeon will be able to assess). It's important to follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions, wear compression garments as recommended, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to ensure the best long-term outcome.
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Answer: Lipo Results: a few months to a year The final results of liposuction typically become visible after several months. While you may notice some improvement right after the procedure, swelling and bruising are common in the weeks that follow, which can temporarily obscure the results. Most patients will see about 80% of the final result within the first 3 months as swelling begins to subside gradually. However, the remaining swelling may take up to 6 months to a year to fully resolve, and in some cases, it can take up to a year for the skin to fully contract and for the final results to stabilize. If you noticed good results immediately after the procedure, chances are high that those results will come back (your surgeon will be able to assess). It's important to follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions, wear compression garments as recommended, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to ensure the best long-term outcome.
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September 25, 2024
Answer: Final results of liposuction can take some time The final results of liposuction can take some time to become visible due to swelling and the body's natural healing process. Typically, immediate results seen just after surgery can be obscured by swelling that develops and subsides over time. It generally takes about 3 to 6 months for most of the swelling to resolve and for the skin to contract fully around the new contours. However, it can take up to a year for the final, lasting results to fully stabilize. During this time, it's important to follow your surgeon's post-operative care instructions closely to ensure the best possible outcome.
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September 25, 2024
Answer: Final results of liposuction can take some time The final results of liposuction can take some time to become visible due to swelling and the body's natural healing process. Typically, immediate results seen just after surgery can be obscured by swelling that develops and subsides over time. It generally takes about 3 to 6 months for most of the swelling to resolve and for the skin to contract fully around the new contours. However, it can take up to a year for the final, lasting results to fully stabilize. During this time, it's important to follow your surgeon's post-operative care instructions closely to ensure the best possible outcome.
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March 7, 2022
Answer: Liposuction - how long to see final result? You will see the results immediately. However, your shape and figure will continue to improve as your swelling decreases over the next several months. This usually takes 4-6 months but can take up to a year. You will be placed in a post-surgical compression wrap or garment. If a wrap was placed, you will be changed into a compression garment for around one week. It is important to wear this compression garment as much as possible for the first four to six weeks to reduce swelling and obtain a smooth contour. Depending on the treated area, most patients return to normal activities and work within several days and to full physical activity in about two to three weeks. Brandon Richland MD *Board Certified Plastic Surgeon*Orange County*Beverly Hills*Los Angeles*
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March 7, 2022
Answer: Liposuction - how long to see final result? You will see the results immediately. However, your shape and figure will continue to improve as your swelling decreases over the next several months. This usually takes 4-6 months but can take up to a year. You will be placed in a post-surgical compression wrap or garment. If a wrap was placed, you will be changed into a compression garment for around one week. It is important to wear this compression garment as much as possible for the first four to six weeks to reduce swelling and obtain a smooth contour. Depending on the treated area, most patients return to normal activities and work within several days and to full physical activity in about two to three weeks. Brandon Richland MD *Board Certified Plastic Surgeon*Orange County*Beverly Hills*Los Angeles*
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June 5, 2021
Answer: Final Results for Liposuction (for Tumescent Liposuction, Smart Lipo, Laser Assisted Liposuction) In general, it takes 6 to 12 weeks after liposuction to see the final result. Right after liposuction, you see an immediate reduction of fat but you will experience swelling/bruising over the next few days lasting 2 to 3 weeks. You may also experience firmness, nodules, minor contour irregularities over the next several weeks. I usually recommend compression garment for a minimal of 6 weeks, weekly massage therapy to the treated area for up to 3 months. Make sure you follow up with your treating surgeon on a regular basis to monitor your healing process.
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June 5, 2021
Answer: Final Results for Liposuction (for Tumescent Liposuction, Smart Lipo, Laser Assisted Liposuction) In general, it takes 6 to 12 weeks after liposuction to see the final result. Right after liposuction, you see an immediate reduction of fat but you will experience swelling/bruising over the next few days lasting 2 to 3 weeks. You may also experience firmness, nodules, minor contour irregularities over the next several weeks. I usually recommend compression garment for a minimal of 6 weeks, weekly massage therapy to the treated area for up to 3 months. Make sure you follow up with your treating surgeon on a regular basis to monitor your healing process.
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March 11, 2025
Answer: Liposuction Thanks for the question. After Liposuction surgery, 3-9 months you still see progress in the performance of the surgery. After 1 month you will still have swellings and it is still early to say something about the final result. You should follow up the progress with your surgeon. I wish you all the best.
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March 11, 2025
Answer: Liposuction Thanks for the question. After Liposuction surgery, 3-9 months you still see progress in the performance of the surgery. After 1 month you will still have swellings and it is still early to say something about the final result. You should follow up the progress with your surgeon. I wish you all the best.
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