Dents after inner thigh lipo - What options do I have to correct this? (photos)

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Last March I had liposuction of the inner thighs. I know my doctor over corrected because I’m left with huge dents. I can’t wear fitted jeans, leggings, shorts, or mid-thigh length dresses. I feel depressed and full of regret. My doctor said I may need a touch up to address the volume below the dents, but I think it will make it worse. What are my options to correct these horrible dents?

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I see the area's of concern in the pictures you have provided.  I would suggest seeing either your surgeon or see another Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to see what they recommend.  Typically I would recommend going back in and doing a bit more liposuction to see if we could improve it.  Best of luck to you.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Your dent's don't necessarily represent over-resection as much as under resection both above and below them. You still have objectively excess adiposity of the lower thigh/inner knee, and the upper inner thigh regions, and addressing those areas will give your inner thigh a more normal appearance.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Awesome576435,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

A fat transfer would help to add volume back into the dents. You could also get benefit with Sculptra injections.

Lawrence S. Reed, MD · Answer

To correct this result, you will need a combination of selective liposuction for the raised areas and fat autographs for the depressed areas. Over-liposuction of the inner thighs unfortunately leads to this issue.

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