On January 31, 2019, I had J-Plasma and Liposuction done on my abdomen. Is this edema/swelling or still fat/loose skin? (Photos)

Hello. Great question. I am sorry for your post op difficulties. A personal examination is needed to determine what your bulge is. Please schedule a follow up appointment with your surgeon. If not possible, schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed surgical plan to achieve your desired results. 

Dear  borntojump777,
I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a liposuction surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides  you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

borntojump777 I appreciate your concern, however it can take as long as six months for all swelling to resolve after liposuction.  In the meantime, a solid diet and exercise program will certainly help maintain your results and probably improve them. After 6 months passes, you can assess the possible need for Tummytuck. The effectiveness of J plasma and skin contraction varies significantly. Discuss your concerns with you Plasticsurgery. Good luck.

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation and irregularities are normal.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Dear borntojump777Thank you for your question.  We have just added J Plasma to our practice and while I do not have a lot of experience with it yet, the skin tightening is progressive over the first 6 months or so.  That said your photos do indicate that you do have some moderate skin excess.  You are at 3 mos post-op; I would give it at least 6 months.  You should bring your concerns to your surgeon, but be patient.  Hope this helps 7 good luck.James Sheridan, MD

Though I understand your concern, I suspect a tummy tuck can not be avoided. There are many Dr.s who tell you what you want to hear. This is especially true when the Dr. is not a board certified plastic surgeon. Here are suggestions I have for you; If your surgeon was a board-certified plastic surgeon, who operated on you at a certified facility, and has done a ton of tummy tucks, be patient. If not, seek one. Do not not shy away from asking; how many tummy tucks have you done, on women who look like me, last year doctor? Dont accept vague answers.