Can this step off/ shelf deformity be improved with only liposuction? (Photo)

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Hi I had a drainless FTT/lipo In flanks and pubic area 2 years ago. My incision towards the middle has always had a caved in, step off appearance. Which accentuates the fullness of my pubic area. My surgeon suggested liposuction on the residual fat. I am seeking opinions just to see this alone would help give me a more smooth transition? If not What procedures would be recommended. I can't wear tight clothing since it is so obvious. Also will liposuction cause loose skin?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would recommend our signature Hidef Revision Liposuction procedure to contour the abdominal area and tighten the lower skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Kyle Coleman, MD · Answer

Liposuction can safely be performed after a tummy tuck after healing is complete.  The most important factor in determining effectiveness of a procedure like liposuction would be a good physical exam to determine the amount of fat vs scar tissue.  Options for a step off at the tummy tuck incision would include a scar revision with liposuction, a liposuction with subcision of the scar, a liposuction with fat transfer to the depressed areas of the scar, or possibly all three.   Consult with an expert in body contouring who has experience in revision liposuction or liposuction and fat transfer.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This type of issue can be improved with liposuction to the area. and should be done by someone experienced and does a more hi definition type procedure to get the skin to retract.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

It seems that Liposculpting would acheive your goals and provide some significant improvement in your shape specifically the shelf.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Undermining the scars from a c section or tummy tuck is easy to do during the liposuction and makes such a dramatic improvement under local.

Can this step off/ shelf deformity be improved with only liposuction? (Photo)

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Answer: Abdomen scar step-off areas are easily smoothed out with liposuction and undermining the scars.

Answer: Abdomen scar step-off areas are easily smoothed out with liposuction and undermining the scars.

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Can this step off/ shelf deformity be improved with only liposuction? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Sculpting Option

Answer: Sculpting Option

Answer: Abdomen scar step-off areas are easily smoothed out with liposuction and undermining the scars.

Answer: Abdomen scar step-off areas are easily smoothed out with liposuction and undermining the scars.

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