Had abdominal etching 2 years ago. Doesn’t look terrible but I think my abs look too fake. Is there a way to fix this? (photo)

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My abdominal etching looks too fake. My surgeon said I would look the same with or without the etching which obviously isn't true. Can I reverse the abdominal etching? Or is there anyway I can smooth my abdomen?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this looks pretty natural and most guys would kill to look like this. if you want the etching reversed there are options such as filling the lines or redoing the liposuction to remove fat around the lines.  its difficult and needs an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding what to do with your abs two years after abdominal etching. I agree your abs don't look terrible, but if you think they are overdone, they can be corrected. It would be corrected with liposuction. Since you previously had liposuction, revisional liposuction should be done with the VASER. Therefore, I suggest undoing or making the ab etching look less severe with further VASER lipo. Please seek a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in VASER liposuction. 
Therefore, there is a way to smooth out your abdomen; thanks for your question regarding whether you could reverse abdominal etching, and the method would be VASER liposuction.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Stanley Okoro, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and the photos you provided. This is a photo my patients would likely bring in for a “wish pic.” It is hard to imagine why you are unsatisfied. To make your results “worse” you can consider doing less abdominal exercise in the gym. Good luck!

Gregory Lakin, MD · Answer

Looks like you could have some room for additional lipo to remove more fat. This might achieve more of the look you are going for. Good luck!

Gabriel Mecott, MD · Answer

Hi!There is definitely a way to reverse abdominal etching. Is done with new liposuction and a very meticulous equalization. In that way, the risk for skin irregularities is minimized. VASER will improve skin tightening.

Had abdominal etching 2 years ago. Doesn’t look terrible but I think my abs look too fake. Is there a way to fix this? (photo)

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