I had liposuction done on Jan 2010, for my back abdomen and waist, I want to re do it again for my back only as it still has some fat although I lost around 10 kg after the surgery, having also breast reduction at the same day, so is it safe to re do the liposuction in the same area after 5 months?
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May 29, 2010
Answer: Secondary liposuction
Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Dear Ilove
Generally there is persistent swelling in the area of a prior liposuction. As a result it does take about 6 months to get to something that might be called a final result from a liposuction. Since you are thinking about getting additional liposuction for an area already treatment,...
Liposuction revisions are common and more common with patients who have gained weight postoperatively. A second lipo procedure could enhance the treated area, but not always. Consult a board-certified surgeon to seek your best options.
Hi! I would recommend that you wait for 6-12 months post recovery to consider additional liposuction procedure, it takes time for swelling to go down and complete healing to take place. However, it is very important that you discuss your concerns with your surgeon beforehand.