I Got Lipo to my Outer & Inner Thigh and Banana Roll 1 Month Ago, Why Dont I See a Difference?

Your question is not uncommon for postoperative liposuction patients. Liposuction is very effective at removing significant volumes of fat from unwanted areas. While the incisions for liposuction are very small and well concealed, the area of treatment is typically widespread. Along with the fat removal and manipulation of the deeper tissues comes postoperative edema (swelling).  All of the tunnels created from the fat removal are susceptible to swelling/fluid retention. This is why it is advisable to have a well fitting compression garment. The compression will help to reduce post-op swelling. If you weigh yourself post-op, you will likely be heavier than you were before surgery.  This increase is often related to post-op swelling. You can expect to have significant swelling over the initial 2-3 wks with progressive improvement through the third month.  Visit with your plastic surgeon to ease your concerns.  Without knowing what type of suctioning you had and how much was removed its difficult to give you a more specific answer.  Best of luck Dr. Renucci

Thank you for your question. 01 month after Liposuction is not enough time to express a valid opinion. To reduce abdominal and belly button swelling, I recommend daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy 5 times at week for the next two months, and wear a postoperative girdle for two months at least.Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Thank you for the question.
Swelling is part of the healing process at this stage in your recovery.  I ask my liposuction patients to wear a compression garment for 4 weeks post op surgery to help with the swelling. 

The swelling can take months to subside and even longer for skin to “redrape".  At that point you will see the final results. 

Best Wishes.