I had smartlipo with local anesthesia about a week ago. I was taking phentermine but stopped a week or so before surgery. I would like to refill my prescription because I do not want to gain weight during the recovery period. I only had my upper abs done but cannot workout due to soreness. Is it safe to start taking phentermine again if I was not under anesthia?
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January 5, 2014
Answer: Is it ok to start taking phentermine after smartlipo?
Fat grafting can be an effective way to enlarge and lift the buttock, but it isn't always required.With good liposculpting, the buttock can be given a lifted and fuller appearance without injecting large quantities of fat. Specifically, the hips, flanks and gluteal folds can be aggressively...
An exam would be necessary to determine what would be most appropriate. Liposuction can improve the submental contours and the jawline as well as the neck.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
