I had lipo on my stomach a year ago and even though I work out regularly, my stomach now looks kind of blubbery. I have consistently weighed about 120 and am 5'6, and my stomach looked smooth before lipo, so I am thinking it was caused by the lipo, maybe due to poor skin elasticity.
Could lasers help tighten the skin? should I have smart lipo done on this area to correct the problem?? thanks
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No, however you may be confusing two different procedures.
Micro-liposuction of the jowls is typically performed with very small instruments and can remove limited amounts of fat. It is rarely performed alone and more commonly accompanies neck liposuction with a face lift. Larger instruments may...
After 6 months, most of swelling should be resolved. It sounds like you may have a bit of swelling since you feel pain and hardness. Massage may help soften the deep scar areas and resolve the edema. Consider revision when full recovery is completed.
An exam is needed for the best answer. If there is significant loose redundant skin and fat you would most likely have the best result with a tummy tuck and liposuction. Liposuction alone is an option along with core exercises to increase resting tone of the abdomen for those with realistic...