Lipo of Neck, Unsure of Results - 1 Week

Swelling after neck liposuction is very common and concern regarding the swelling early on is just as common.  We have our patients wear a facial garment that comfortably applies pressure to the neck area that was treated.  This also allows the skin to be apposed to the tissue underneath.  The tissue and skin continue to tighten for several weeks and I frequently remind patients that they will look their best around 4 months.  If 200cc was removed from your neck, then the tightening process will take somewhat longer but be patient, give it more time,  follow up with your surgeon regularly.  Hope this helps.

Patients undergoing chin
liposuction will inevitably develop swelling following this procedure.  During the procedure the liposuction
cannula is passed through the subcutaneous tissue.  This causes disruption of the lymphatic channels and
cellular injury, which causes swelling.

Significant improvement in swelling
can be seen in the first three weeks following surgery with the majority gone
in about three months.  Small
amounts of swelling may persist up to a year following surgery.

We generally recommend the use of
compression support garments day and night for the first week following
surgery.  We also recommend
nighttime compression for an additional two to three weeks after the procedure.

In addition low salt diets and head
elevation are also helpful.  Massage
can be helpful as well.  This
maneuver decreases swelling by mobilizing retained fluid following liposuction.

In your case your swelling is
normal and should resolve with time. 
Your history indicates that a large amount of fat was removed and significant
swelling would be anticipated after a procedure of this type. Compression,
massage, head elevation, and low salt diets will
hopefully speed your recovery.

 At one week, you are having too much swelling to know your long term outcome.  Be patient for 6 months, then see your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and reevaluate your condition.

You can expect to see results a few weeks after liposuction of your chin/neck, but your final results may take up to 3 or 4 months to allow for skin contraction and shrinkage.  Younger patients (<40) will usually have very good results due to the elasticity of their skin.  A garment is helpful to be worn in the first few weeks after surgery to control the swelling and improve the final contour.

Be patient for now, but consult with your plastic surgeon for more details throughout your recovery.

Best wishes,

Dr.Bruno

Hi Sonya70-

At one week swelling is at its' peak. Be sure to sleep elevated. Often a support strap is used to help with the temporary swelling. It will take 6-12 weeks to start to fully appreciate your results. Good luck.

Sincerely,

Tom Kaniff