How to correct the dipping after thighs liposuction? (Photo)

Question

5 months ago I did a outer thighs liposuction but I saw dipping on my left leg thigh as shown on the pics. I want to know what can I do to get rid of that? Do i have to do a new surgery?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

There are numerous options that can be very effective, including fat grafting, scar release, or additional liposuction.  You would need to be examined to determine which is the best option for you. Seek the advice of the PS who performed your thigh lipo.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

indents like this need subcion and fillers or fat inections or even renuva injections.   I suggest a formal consultation with an expert in revision liposuction and fillers.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear mahsamasy,I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction. This happens often when areas the undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately.
The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. The revision can often be done under local as well. You will probably need a fat transfer. Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Aaron Stone, MD · Answer

This is likely due to superficial liposuction in a normally convex area. Typically these appear about 3 months after surgery as the swelling resolves and/or any damaged fat cells are absorbed. The best treatment is fat grafting with possible feathering liposuction of the area around the dip. The best surgeon to perform this is usually your original surgeon.

David L. Cangello, MD, FACS · Answer

As the coauthor of a Chapter in Dr. Sydney Coleman’s (the pioneer of correction of liposuction deformities with fat grafting) latest book on correction of liposuction deformities I can advise you that the indentation you have can be fixed. Fat grafting to that area would be the only treatment. This is where fat is suctioned from a different part of the body, processed, and then grafted to the area where the deformity is located.  I recommend you find someone experienced with this type of procedure. Hope this helps.

How to correct the dipping after thighs liposuction? (Photo)

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