Does ab etching leave external scars?

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In my 20s, doing Bbl in fall. 5'7 161lbs 1Are there external scars when it comes to ab etching? I get hypertrophic scars easily. 2How is it different from regular lipo? 3What are the complications? 4 Is longlasting? Will it disappear once I'm pregnant? 5 Will ab etching disappear if I gain weight? Im curious about it and consider to do it along with Bbl.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello trpicbllThe procedure would not usually leave serous scars but always contact your surgeon about your concern. #scar #recovery

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Vaser assisted liposuction utilizes ultrasound to emulsify or melt felt prior to removal. It is also used to etch or define the muscles and normal anatomy to enhance the results. I use a specialized technique to remove the deeper fat areas and sculpt the superficial fat, so that one can achieve the goal of having not only a flatter stomach but also a more defined and curvaceous body if wanted. I can use this technique on the arms as well.

I also use the fat removed to graft into the pecs for men or breasts for women as well as into the arms and other areas to further enhance muscle definition.

The best candidates for the procedure already have a good muscular base.The incisions are hidden

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.  Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery and high definition body contouring.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Hi... thank you for the question... The external incisions are the same done for a liposuctionAbdominal etching is a technique of muscle definition, with is done by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon train for this, because if is not done correctly can easily burn skin.the complications are the same as a liposuction and skin burn if not done properly. It last if the nation do not get large weight

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Yes, usually abdominal etching is done and excess skin is cut to achieve a flat abdomen.
There is also a technique through which it can be performed by laparoscopy without cutting the skin, however not all patients are candidates for this technique.

This patient underwent a tummy tuck with liposuction and bbl with Dr. Tania Medina and is happy with her results three months after her operation

One of the main complications is thromboembolism, however we follow strict protocols to minimize the risk of their occurrence.

if you gain too much, yes weight if you could damage the desired results

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your questions.  Very small incisions are made on the abdominal wall that usually fade or are imperceptible, but yes there are scars.  Ab etching is a very aggressive form of lipo that removes subcutaneous fat that shows off the abdominal muscles.  Using the etching is usually reserved for men, but women can have high definition lipo as well.  The risks of seroma are higher as this is more aggressive than regular lipo.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

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