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It is difficult to do laser liposuction in the abdomen if a lap band port is present. You would have to stay away from that area, and this would result in an uneven appearance.
I have performed laser and ultrasound liposuction on many patients with lap band ports in place. Care around the port and tubing will avoid damage- there may be some minor fat left around it to protect it and in very thin patients, there is a possibility the port may be more visible.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon who performs these procedures is recommended to confirm you are a candidate as well as discuss your options and expectations.
While technically you can have laser liposuction done with a lap band in place, I would be very cautious about who's doing the procedure. Damage to the port or tubing virtually guarantees you another operation, which would likely involve general anesthesia if they have to replace either one. The other issue is how obvious the lap band port is going to become if you remove a lot of subcutaneous fat around it. You probably won't be a big fan of how that bulge looks under the skin.
As long as you are healthy and your diabetes is well-controlled you can have laser lipo. For all of my patients, I require labs prior to liposuction. This has helped me catch a lot of underlying issues and health concerns over the years. I encourage you to find a physician you feel has your ...
Laser lipo can cause a lot of irritation resulting in swelling and induration which is a localisation of white blood cells, engorged vessels and localized swelling. This can persist for many months. After one year if you still have some irregularities, the areas might need a slight touch up.
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately you have developed fibrotic tissue resulting in an uneven en surface. However, your abdomen , I would imagine is flatter now than before the surgery and you have an hourglass figure. In order to get closer to perfect results, I would suggest that you...
