How Many Liposuction Sessions Can Be Done on the Legs?

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I have gained some weight back and unfortunately it goes right to my legs! I'm in the process of losing it again but it's just not budging from my legs! Is there a limit to the number of times I can have Liposuction done on my legs?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would proceed with Hidef liposuction revision to remove excess fat and smooth out the contours of the legs and thighs. This may include the Brazilian Cellulite Treatment. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Usha Rajagopal, MD · Answer

With Liposuction, you can actually can have more than 1 session done. When liposuction
	surgery is done obviously the fat underneath the skin surface is sucked out so it&rsquo;s actually a
	spot reduction of fat from certain areas like the thighs or the leg area, if weight is gained back
	Those areas do have less fat cells there now, but this can increased in size and again balloon
	up. If that happens a Liposuction can be done again. The factors to consider when you go in for
	a secondary Liposuction, there is some more scar tissue in that area so the results may not be
	as predictable and you actually may not lose as much size as you hoped to because you do have
	scar tissue. The second thing to remember is, if you go back in again you have to be careful that
	you are left with a smooth contour because now there is less fat cells in that area and there is a
	chance of irregularity of the skin, and the third is when liposuction is repeated, obviously your
	skin needs to be in good condition so it can shrink back and if it&rsquo;s already loose the first time can
	get actually more loose the second time. Those are generally the issues to consider. Also, if a
	Liposuction needs to be repeated, I usually recommend that the patient wait at least a year for
	the swelling and the scar tissue are settle down.

Lawrence Osman, MD · Answer

It is possible to repeat liposuction multiple times, but it shouldn't be necessary.  Since your thighs got bigger only after gaining weight, I would recommend waiting until you lose that weight before considering another liposuction procedure.  Technically, liposuction becomes a little more difficult each time it's repeated because there is scar tissue from previous procedures.

Pat Pazmino, MD, FACS · Answer

Liposuction is a safe, popular, and effective way to contour the body. Although it is possible to repeat liposuction on an area of the leg that has previously been treated, the effectiveness of the second liposuction will be limited by the amount of scar tissue under the skin. Keep in mind that liposuction is not for weight control but only to contour stubborn areas of fat. You may best be served by initiating a rigorous exercise regimen and a balanced low-fat diet than repeat sessions of liposuction.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Liposuction is not an answer for dieting. I would suggest losing the weight first and seeing how the legs appear. If they still appear full, then considering additional liposuction is an option.

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