Treatment for abdominal "shelf" after lower abdomen lipo? (Photo)

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I had lipo done a little over 7 months ago. I have a significant shelf just below my belly button. It really bothers me. What are my options to help get rid of this?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

you could likely do non invasive options like sculpsure or ultrashape but my suggestion would be a hi definition 4D contouring procedure to get the definition and shaping at the same time immediately . Best, Dr. emer.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

After 7 months, it is unlikely that you will have dramatic changes to your final result. You may request an examination by a plastic surgeon who can better assess your situation. If you are deficit on fat in that area which is creating a crease, you may need to have fat grafting to fill in those areas. If you the shelf is due to excess fat surrounding the line, then you may need that excess fat removed. Other options include a combination of the two procedures or non-surgical interventions to help blend the area and improve the contour.

Robert M. Wald, Jr., MD · Answer

Contour irregularities can occur following liposuction. This 'shelf' may be some residual fat. Options for treatment may be a secondary procedure or modified abdominoplasty. I would see you surgeon and discuss what can be done.

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