I had Vaser lipo 4 months ago to inner/outer thighs. I have significant indenting at the incision site on outer thigh (Photo)

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Is this normal? I also have a pretty dramatic difference to the Left Inner thigh. I'm worried because I want lipo to my upper and lower abdomen but don't want it to be lumpy or indented.

Calvin Jung, MD · Answer

Thighs will take the longest to reach the final result (6-9 months) I often counsel my patients to be very patient with this area because the skin is thin and its natural ability to shrink is diminished.I would follow up with your surgeon at that time, and likely the dent on the outer thigh will still be there.  There are injectables to help improve it but will take multiple sessions.  I also recommend external skin tightening RF treatments as well.For your abdomen, i would see a body liposculpture specialist for best results!Hope this helps!

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, 4 months is too early for all your incisions to be healed. It varies greatly between patients. Your surgical incision sites will go through a maturation process. For the first few months they will be red and possibly raised and/or firm. As the scar matures, after 6-12 months, it becomes soft, pale, flat, and much less noticeable. As for the results, it will continue to improve for 4–6 months as swelling and irregularities resolve. These contours can even improve throughout the year after surgery.
Be sure that you follow your surgeon's instructions as to caring for yourself during #recovery (such as wearing garments or lymphatic massage) for best results. Beyond 6 weeks you may switch to an exercise garment (Lycra or Spandex) if it is more comfortable for you. Please do not hesitate to contact your surgeon regarding this. Best of luck!
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Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thighs can take 6-12 months for healing which includes right to left differences. At that point, re-evaluation by your plastic surgeon would be indicated.Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during this time for instructions and any treatments.

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