Is it possible to lose lipo results? (Photos)

If you gain weight after liposuction, your existing fat cells swell all over your body. Then when you lose weight, they will shrink. Liposuction reduces the number of fat cells in the treated areas, so whatever your weight you will always be trimmer in these areas than if you had not had liposuction. Liposuction provides a long-term improvement in body proportions. So the good news, is, yes, you just need to lose a little weight, and you should be back to where you were before.

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if you get weight, you will lose your results. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

It takes a minimum of 1 year for result of liposuction and fat transfer to stabilize and mature. Keeping the same weight or loosing few pounds is the best way to maintain result. In same cases additional fat grafting or liposuction may be needed to achieve desired volume. We do not recommend liposuction of the same areas sooner than at least 2 years after first procedure; fat grafting may be done much sooner. Hope this helps.

Hello dear. Yes, it's possible to lose some of the results of liposuction and fat transfer if you gain weight or if your body reabsorbs some of the transferred fat (which is common in the first 6–12 months). A wider waist can be due to increased fat or swelling, and you may also have lost some volume in your hips. Yes, if you feel you haven't regained your previous shape and changes with diet and exercise aren't enough, a second round of Vaser liposuction can help. This type of liposuction uses ultrasound to break down fat more precisely and gently, helping you achieve better definition (ideal for defining your waist or achieving a more athletic look). You can contact us at 829-554-6062 for a more detailed evaluation and to begin scheduling your surgery.

Gaining or losing weight can impact your liposuction results as can sculpting your physique through healthy workouts. Fat grafting may not always fully take. To keep your liposuction results it's best to maintain your weight, eat a healthy balanced diet and get regular exercise.