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Swelling can figure prominently into liposuction after a few weeks. Two weeks after liposuction there is frequently swelling, tightness, and numbness that is a natural part of the healing process. If you are concerned, follow up with your PS.
Hello and thank you for your question. Having some hardness after liposuction is completely normal. Depending on how the areas feel I would normally suggest lymphatic drainage massage to help break this up. This is something you should speak to your surgeon about and see what they think is best.
Definitely talk to your PS to make sure everything is okay. Hardness and tightness is normal after liposuction. Professional lymphatic massages and or endermologie will help. I have my patient goal for 6-10 of them post op in the first 6 weeks. Also wearing your compression garment will help as it prevents more swelling if it is tight.
About 60% of fat from the transfer is retained and the results are permanent. The size will change with your weight just as the rest of your body does. In other words, the fat acts like it was naturally there. You can get a good idea of the final result after 6 months.
Dear ji9,I understand your concern. 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. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, ...
There are numerous practitioners of cosmetic surgery. However, only a select few are board certified by their national board of plastic surgery. According to the ABPS, "the American Board of Plastic Surgery aims to produce safe, ethical plastic surgeons with an extensive knowledge of the entire ...
Dear claudiabetsy,compression garments help reduce swelling and promote healing. Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic S...
Hello and Great Question. I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure. My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel. I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Butt Augmentation Specialist. The recommendation for a BBL is to place the fat ab...
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