Is it possible or safe to lipo the lower portion of the leg that’s under the calf towards the ankle? (Photo)

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W-F-37: looking to reduce the lower portion of my leg in the back. Mainly the part under my calf (posterior to my shin) and above the ankle. I previously had inner thigh lipo and got edema quite bad due to neglectful doctors orders. I had lipo burn on my torso and the lied saying my circulation was compromised due to faja and not get massage or wear garments. Obvs I could have massages my legs. I didn’t know then.

Stanley Okoro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and the photos you provided. I am sorry to read your first procedure went a little rough. To address your lower leg, I would consider liposuction to provide more definition to the calves. Make sure you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss the risks and benefits. Good luck!

Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your photos! Although it is difficult to say without an in person examination, liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the bulge that some people have in their calves and ankles and restore a more shapely leg. Unlike other areas of the body the ankles and calves require a certain delicacy which is why I use several innovative forms of liposuction, including SmartLipo, to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. SmartLipo, used in combination with other forms of liposuction or alone, is a procedure that uses laser light to liquefy fat and tighten the surrounding skin. It’s thought to involve less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction and is particularly good for small areas of fat deposits like the ankles. New technology that's gentler and faster than ever before not only allows the removal of fat, but also resculpts the legs. When looking for a surgeon for something very specific, such as liposuction of the calves and ankles, it is important to find a doctor who routinely performs the procedure and who can show you before and after pictures of patients that they have operated on. These images will not only give you a sense of the surgeon’s skill, but will help you to better visualize the procedure for yourself. I suggest making an appointment with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can explain in detail to you what your options are.

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