Crepey skin above knee after lipo

Question

I had lipo above my knees about 7 years ago. I wasn't overweight. I was overcritical looking back. I am 45 , in shape but hating this crepey skin. There are so many procedures for skin tightening I am.overwhelmed. i am will to be invasive or try anything that will make a noticable change to my legs. Its the area between my upper thigh and knee. From the side , my legs have a nice shape but the front view shows the crepeiness. Help !

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

You could be a great candidate for Collagen Induction Therapy which demonstrates significant effectiveness in tackling this specific concern.

I hope this helps,
best of luck !

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Brandon Richland, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. Yes, there are a lot of procedures out there! One treatment that can help is Morpheus8, as this is radiofrequency and microneedling together. This can help rebuild collagen, which we lose as we age, which can worsen skin sagging. Morpheus8 is best done in treatments of 3 for the best results. If you are looking for a more invasive route, surgery may also be an option, such as a knee lift. I would recommend seeing a certified practitioner who can offer both to determine which option is best for you!

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

The sagging skin above your knees is a common issue that can occur after liposuction, especially in individuals with less elastic skin. This can happen as liposuction effectively removes excess fatty tissue, but may leave the overlying skin with inadequate laxity, making it appear saggy or crepey. I am considering non-invasive treatment options, such as laser treatments. These treatments have shown promising results in lifting and toning skin, particularly in areas like the one you're concerned with. However, for optimal results, it's generally recommended to undergo multiple treatment sessions. Should you have any further questions or concerns.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You may be a candidate for BodyTite.  This minimally invasive procedure uses RF technology to rebuild collagen and tighten skin.  No general anesthesia is required.  I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.

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