I Can't Stand This Compression Garment Any Longer?

     The early results depend a great deal upon amount liposuctioned and degree of swelling.  If an amount of 5 liters is suctioned, an immediate result is apparent and looks better with time.  If only 1 liter is liposuctioned, then you may...

    I would advise against this following the surgery as this can lead to electrolyte abnormalities among other things.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of liposuction procedures each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website...

   An infection after liposuction is extremely rare, and the redness may be the result of trauma from the liposuction itself if the belly button was used as a portal of entry.  However, it is impossible to say whether or not you have an infection due to symptoms and signs you have...

Yes, foam rolling is an excellent method to reduce lymphatic congestion and swelling after Smartlipo.  In our practice, the personal trainers have great success using foam rollers on the thighs starting 2-3 weeks after Smartlipo; this can also help on the abdomen.  Good luck!

There are several techniques available for fat transfer. Harvesting is one of the steps involved and is critical to the overall success of the fat transfer procedure. Since your surgeon is using Smartlipo technology with the contouring, you need to discuss about the details of harvesting the fat...

   I think most plastic surgeons would recommend additional weight loss even though this is not the answer that most patients want to hear.  In addition, the type of liposuction is not as important as the amount that is liposuctioned and the manner in which this is done. ...