I had tummy tuck and liposuction two years ago on 2011. Everything looked great in the beginning, but I noticed hard knots in the bottom of my back. After time, I gained some weight and I now notice skin "rippling" all over my stomach, back, and sides. I'm so sad about this!! I have never been overweight and didnt have much fat to begin with, but I now feel my appearance is worse than before! Is there anything that can be done to erase these marks??
Answer: Rippling after liposuction It is very difficult to determine the answer to your question without an exam. But in general, grooving or rippling seen after liposuction can be caused by poor technique or when liposuction is performed on very heavy patients. If multiple cannula sites are not used, then the cannulas can cause grooves in the tissues that can be unsightly. If too much fatty tissue is removed from an area, then the irregularities can be difficult to fix. If not enough tissue was removed, the solution is sometimes a bit easier. Your options might include repeat liposuction, repeat liposuction without the removal of fat (just a smoothing out process), or possibly even fat grafting to replace fat if there are areas that have been overtreated.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Rippling after liposuction It is very difficult to determine the answer to your question without an exam. But in general, grooving or rippling seen after liposuction can be caused by poor technique or when liposuction is performed on very heavy patients. If multiple cannula sites are not used, then the cannulas can cause grooves in the tissues that can be unsightly. If too much fatty tissue is removed from an area, then the irregularities can be difficult to fix. If not enough tissue was removed, the solution is sometimes a bit easier. Your options might include repeat liposuction, repeat liposuction without the removal of fat (just a smoothing out process), or possibly even fat grafting to replace fat if there are areas that have been overtreated.
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Answer: Will need a picture to give an opinion Patients are occasionally dissatisfied with the results of body contouring surgery. Without photographs it's impossible for me to give you an opinion. Try posting with some photos.
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Answer: Will need a picture to give an opinion Patients are occasionally dissatisfied with the results of body contouring surgery. Without photographs it's impossible for me to give you an opinion. Try posting with some photos.
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February 12, 2014
Answer: Uneven Contour or Appearance of Cellulite After Liposuction I'm sorry you are unhappy with your results. My thought is that it is necessary for you to be seen in person by your surgeon before recommendation can be made. If you are not happy to return to him/her you can contact a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In general, there are several options for revising liposuction. Fat grafting in the area of contour depression or additional liposuction of surrounding areas can give a smoother transition. In some cases excising extra skin may also be helpful. Best of luck to you.
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Answer: Uneven Contour or Appearance of Cellulite After Liposuction I'm sorry you are unhappy with your results. My thought is that it is necessary for you to be seen in person by your surgeon before recommendation can be made. If you are not happy to return to him/her you can contact a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In general, there are several options for revising liposuction. Fat grafting in the area of contour depression or additional liposuction of surrounding areas can give a smoother transition. In some cases excising extra skin may also be helpful. Best of luck to you.
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February 11, 2014
Answer: I have hard knots and skin ripping/cellulite in areas where I had Liposuction. How can I get rid of them? This would be difficult to give advice without photos or an exam. Additional liposuction or fat grafting or a skin excisional procedure may be options.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: I have hard knots and skin ripping/cellulite in areas where I had Liposuction. How can I get rid of them? This would be difficult to give advice without photos or an exam. Additional liposuction or fat grafting or a skin excisional procedure may be options.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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February 14, 2014
Answer: Liposuction Thank you for the question.These knots are probably just scar tissue caused by the liposuction, this is normal as fat cells left behind gather together and make them. I can suggest an UL massage, the ultrasonic waves can help break up the knots and give you best results.Dr. Campos
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February 14, 2014
Answer: Liposuction Thank you for the question.These knots are probably just scar tissue caused by the liposuction, this is normal as fat cells left behind gather together and make them. I can suggest an UL massage, the ultrasonic waves can help break up the knots and give you best results.Dr. Campos
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