Is it normal to have itching after liposuction?

Hello LiselMost swelling and bruising will heal in the first 2 weeks, but can persist for up to 6-8 weeks. Patients are usually instructed to wear elastic compression garments after the surgery, the period of time will be advised by the doctor.Liposuction patients can see results of their...

Thank you for your question.I would generally recommend waiting 6 months before considering revision or touch up liposuction.  I recommend waiting at least this amount of time because swelling can take at least 6 months to resolve postoperatively.  It is important to wait until you have fully h...

Hello luciamzExcess skin would usually shrink back over the area of the body, liposuction is used to reduce volume not tighten skin.  We now have a number of non surgical devices such as ThermiSmooth radiofrequency and VelaShape3 to help tighten skin after liposuction for patients who will ...

This will depend on skin laxity, but you appear to be a candidate for liposuction. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This ...

Hello Lipo4meplsyour surgeon will tell you specifically how long it will take before you can resume work and exercise. Liposuction patients can expect to resume normal activity within 1 to 2 weeks after their operation. Most patients return to office work with 3–5 days after their liposuction; p...

I don't want to sound cavalier but this is not unlike common sayings that you can never be rich enough, thin enough, etc. Most patients desire or seek a lot of fat removal: "Doc, take out as much as you can!". However, too much is not always the best and can result in problems.