I have fat necrosis from fertility treatments, would Smart Lipo be safe to do in this area?

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I have fat necrosis from fertility treatments (progesterone oil shots) and I would like to have laser lipo done near this area. Will laser lipo (Smart Lipo) cause more problems? Can it remove the necrosis? We are also planning on doing another embryo transfer in 10 months and the plastic surgeon said it would be ok to have the lipo.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Smart lipo is good for stubborn areas of fat, but lacks body contouring and shaping. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction, which can be performed at the same time as a tummy tuck, if there is skin laxity. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear tinyt1978,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Marco A. Pelosi III, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

An area of previous fat necrosis is reduced to scar tissue over time usually with a small degree of indentation. Liposuction through this area is not a problem. Future injections should be into non- scar tissue for best absorption. Smart lipo causes scarring in the fat layers consistently. Your fertility injections should be placed in an area where no lipo was done if feasible.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

VASER lipo and not laser lipos (smart lipo) is the GOLD Standard for removing any scar tissue, foreign body elements, or fat deposits. Please find a VASER lipo expert to appreciate the changes that are possible. A consultation via skype or facetime can help you appreciate the changes possible.

David E. Berman, MD (retired) · Answer

smartlipo will not remove fat necrosis but it may help smooth out the area. however you cannot be sure. If you have a hard calcified area of fat necrosis, then Smartlipo will not remove the hard calcified lump. see a board certified plastic surgeon.david berman md

I have fat necrosis from fertility treatments, would Smart Lipo be safe to do in this area?

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Answer: Scar tissue/fat deposits/foreign body removal

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I have fat necrosis from fertility treatments, would Smart Lipo be safe to do in this area?

Answers (5)

Answer: Scar tissue/fat deposits/foreign body removal

Answer: Scar tissue/fat deposits/foreign body removal

Answer: You should be seen in person

Answer: You should be seen in person

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