I’m 5’2, 65kg, dark skinned. I had liposuction procedure 10 months ago. Areas of liposuction includes my tummy, back and arms. I’m 10 months post op and still very much swollen. I had 10 massages after my procedure and used my Faja for 2 months. I’m not a fan of waist training at all. Not comfortable with it. I’m just worried if my swelling will ever go away
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September 19, 2022
Answer: I’m still very much swollen at 10 months post liposuction. Will this ever go away?
Thank you for your question.
Based on your photos, I believe that a mini abdominoplasty may leave you with the best possible aesthetic. While liposuction does an excellent job at removing excess fat in the body, you will be left with excess skin. A mini abdominoplasty will be able to remove the...
You can have liposuction to your back and flank areas, but do avoid treating the abdomen to save it for your breasts. If it is done after your reconstruction, then wait at least 6-8 weeks.
Dear luvnhair08,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
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