I am having a combo of tumescent and smartlipo on my inner and outer thighs, abdomen, hips and arms. My doctor plans on closing the incisions. I have read several places that this is not a good practice as it promotes swelling and a compression garment is required for a longer period. What is your opinion?
May 12, 2020
Answer: Leaving Lipo incision open or closed shouldn't make significant difference in swelling I think that most board certified plastic surgeons will close the incisions after liposuction. Closing the incision nicely with sutures will approximate the skin better and lead to a better scar. If the incision is left open, the scar may be wider and indented. The swelling that occurs after liposuction is normal and the fluid will be absorbed by your body with time. More of the fluid may leak out of the incisions if they are left open, but not enough to make much of a difference.
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May 12, 2020
Answer: Leaving Lipo incision open or closed shouldn't make significant difference in swelling I think that most board certified plastic surgeons will close the incisions after liposuction. Closing the incision nicely with sutures will approximate the skin better and lead to a better scar. If the incision is left open, the scar may be wider and indented. The swelling that occurs after liposuction is normal and the fluid will be absorbed by your body with time. More of the fluid may leak out of the incisions if they are left open, but not enough to make much of a difference.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Should liposuction incisions be left open?
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Should liposuction incisions be left open?
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