1 day post SculpSure, will these imprints on my upper buttocks go away? Will my buttocks look the same? (photos)

Question

I just had Sculpsure today for a small bump of fat on my lower back (see picture) however the woman placed 4 panels slightly below the peak of the bump. I told her it felt like the placement was too low, maybe touching my buttocks and she assured me not to worry. (I couldn't really see because it was on my back). Then after the treatment, I discovered the imprint of the panels was on my upper buttocks. Is my butt going to look the same? What have I done! I hate myself right now.

Anna Avaliani, MD · Answer

I'm sorry for your experience but you should trust your body to an expert, especially a physician not a technician.  The design for your concern is wrong and placement is not for your concern.  I would have chosen a landscape layout instead of the portrait to give you the definition you wanted. The treatment is now done.  It should not affect your buttock but you will need to return for photograph comparison. I wish I had better advice for you. SculPSure is not about the laser, its about the proper evaluation, proper applicator design and placement of them using the right settings. Best, Dr. Avaliani.

Robert M. Lowen, MD · Answer

The fat will be reduced underneath the applicators, so if they were placed where you do not want fat removed, you may experience loss of volume where you did not want it.  This is a question you need to go over with your treating physician and then you may be reassured. But in any case it will take 6-12 weeks to see the final effect.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Some patients may feel a little tenderness in the treated areas for a few days, but this sensation is comparable to that of an intense workout. Always work with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

Brian K. Machida, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to give this time before reevaluating the area. It will change with further healing.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

No. The indentations from the panels are not permanent. They should improve with time. In terms of your results, let's wait and see. They will take anywhere from 6-13 weeks. Hopefully, you will be happy and if not, then speak with your surgeon or technician. Best of luck.

1 day post SculpSure, will these imprints on my upper buttocks go away? Will my buttocks look the same? (photos)

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Answer: Give it time

Answer: Give it time

Answer: Indentations from panels not permanent

Answer: Indentations from panels not permanent

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1 day post SculpSure, will these imprints on my upper buttocks go away? Will my buttocks look the same? (photos)

Answers (10)

Answer: Give it time

Answer: Give it time

Answer: Indentations from panels not permanent

Answer: Indentations from panels not permanent

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