How soon after a lipo can one get a touch up on a small area where it wasn't done right?

Thank you for your question.I would generally recommend waiting 6 months before considering revision or touch up liposuction.  I recommend waiting at least this amount of time because swelling can take at least 6 months to resolve postoperatively.  It is important to wait until you have fully healed and your swelling has dissipated before undergoing or even considering a revisionary procedure because you want to make sure that you have a clear picture of what needs and does not need to be addressed.  Please follow up with your operating surgeon to address your concerns.  I hope you find this helpful and I wish you all of the best on your recovery.

hello Tita1248Liposuction patients can see results of their procedures as early as 10-14days after the procedure, but improvements continue 4-6 months afterwards as swellings and irregularities resolve. you should visit or contact your PS.#RESULTS #TOUCHUP

In general it would be reasonable to consider touch up or revision by 3 to 6 months after the initial liposuction procedure, but it depends on exactly what your needs are.  Talk to your surgeon about your concerns and make a plan for how to address any areas you are unhappy with after appropriate healing and recovery.

Three to six months is probably a reasonable period of time to wait. This is difficult to evaluate without pictures or an exam.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Thanks for your question, and I'm sorry you're not yet thrilled with your results -- full liposuction recovery takes 6 months for all of the swelling to subside.  I would recommend waiting for 6 months before considering a touch up because you may ultimately end up not needing any revision or touch up (as some areas remain swollen for longer than others and will ultimately even out).  Best of luck in your recovery!