What treatments are recommended for this level of fibrosis? (photo)

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It has been a little over a year since I had liposuction and developed fibrosis from this original surgery. I have since then gone to a doctor and asked what would be the best way to go about getting rid of the fibrosis. They recommended doing a Vaser lipo. I would just like second opinions on this matter, as I don't want other irregularities to occur from doing lipo again. Thank you all for your time.

George Marosan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo. Based on this photo, you do not have fibrosis, you have poorly done liposuction. You have over suctioned areas and unnatural grooves. Since you have internal scarring from your liposuction, the VASER is a reasonable approach. If you would be my patient, that is what I would use. I do have extensive experience with the VASER (over 15 years) and in my body sculpting practice over 50% of my patients are redos from other surgeons' poor outcome. Not everyone who use the VASER can use it appropriately, as you can read on this forum and other sites. I wonder, why didn't your surgeon use the VASER initially? Maybe they don't fully understand what it is capable for?See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach would give the most improvement. I recommend first trying body treatments such as RF like Venus Legacy/Exilis Ultra, Inmode Forma/Contoura with shock therapy Z-Wave/Cellutone/Evive to break apart scar tissue. A VASER HI DEF procedure can be done for more contouring and smoothing, if you're a candidate. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF/J Plasma/Renuvion/InMode BodyTite and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Vaser liposuction is not the best alternative, and adds unpredictable heat into the equation, which is unnecessary. SAFElipo will break up fibrosisand smooth your previous results.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Chloenom,
I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction.  This happens often when areas the undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately. The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. 
While there is always a chance for contour irregularities with liposuction, someone who takes their time and uses the appropriate sized cannulas should give you a superb result.I have all my patients wear compression garments and I use multiple sized cannulas to feather out the result.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

This can be corrected using high definition VASER liposuction. The definitive correction for liposuction deformities requires the advanced technology of ultrasound assisted VASER liposuction. As an official trainer of VASER liposuction, I encounter suboptimal liposuction outcome referrals weekly. VASER liposuction has been the only modality that has consistently corrected liposuction caused deformities. VASER liposuction ensures a smooth contour regardless of severity of contour irregularities by virtue of being able to remove any and all remaining fat comprehensively and uniformly. Finally, when skin redundancy irregularities are observed, Renuvion technology can be simultaneously applied to tighten your skin to optimize your overall contour outcome. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a VASER specialist will help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing. 
Respectfully, 
Arian Mowlavi MD, FACS
Realself 100 Hall of Fame Inductee

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