When I massage regularly, it looks less lumpy, more sexier and smooth, if I forgo the massages it loses its appeal & sort of appears like an "old lady booty. Should I leave it be? Should I consider removing it? 44/ 2 kids, did TT and lipo the right way! Board Certified Surgeon. No discoloration, or hardness I don't want to drive myself mad and become obsessed with the removal and create chaos in my head, I would never take that route again and Im just now thinking do I need to do ANYTHING now?
December 25, 2018
Answer: Gluteal silicone injections a lifelong problem Thank you for your question. I have seen many patients who have had some sort of liquid injections to the butt, and they have been challenging to take care of. I presume that they are silicone based, however these patients are often unsure of what was actually injected. The silicone often integrates into the fat and turns the soft and pliable fat into firm and rubbery areas. Local excision often creates contour deformities and wound problems. I have had cases of severe infection requiring big debridements and complex reconstruction. If massage helps soften it then keep doing it, but be aware that there is a lifelong risk of having problems associated with these injections.
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December 25, 2018
Answer: Gluteal silicone injections a lifelong problem Thank you for your question. I have seen many patients who have had some sort of liquid injections to the butt, and they have been challenging to take care of. I presume that they are silicone based, however these patients are often unsure of what was actually injected. The silicone often integrates into the fat and turns the soft and pliable fat into firm and rubbery areas. Local excision often creates contour deformities and wound problems. I have had cases of severe infection requiring big debridements and complex reconstruction. If massage helps soften it then keep doing it, but be aware that there is a lifelong risk of having problems associated with these injections.
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April 1, 2018
Answer: Aging Buttocks Maintaining the appearance of the derriere is challenging at any age and after any procedure. The key is regular exercise, yes I mean squats and lunges, unfortunately, to maintain muscle size and strength and then there is the skin to consider. If massage makes your butt look better, continue to use deep massage like Endermologie or Synergie. There are also many devices on the market to keep the skin tighter, Thermage and Profound SQ can tighten skin without surgery. The point that I am making is that maintaining a youthful appearance no matter what previous treatments you have done is an ongoing process and we have more techniques with which to accomplish this all the time. Find a good cosmetic dermatologist that your like and respect and see her or him on a regular basis and you can look good for years to come. All the best, Alexis Parker MD
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April 1, 2018
Answer: Aging Buttocks Maintaining the appearance of the derriere is challenging at any age and after any procedure. The key is regular exercise, yes I mean squats and lunges, unfortunately, to maintain muscle size and strength and then there is the skin to consider. If massage makes your butt look better, continue to use deep massage like Endermologie or Synergie. There are also many devices on the market to keep the skin tighter, Thermage and Profound SQ can tighten skin without surgery. The point that I am making is that maintaining a youthful appearance no matter what previous treatments you have done is an ongoing process and we have more techniques with which to accomplish this all the time. Find a good cosmetic dermatologist that your like and respect and see her or him on a regular basis and you can look good for years to come. All the best, Alexis Parker MD
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