How long until I see results from abdominal etching? I'm 4 days post op and don't see much difference

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I'm 5 10" 170 lean and work out regularly

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is my primary speciality.  My patients see results immediatly but most of the swelling takes 6 weeks to 3 months to subside.  All my patients get Velashape III treatments post procedure to increase the tightening and speed up the healing process.  Wish you the best!  Dr. Emer.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello sxxxe323Its still early in recovery to start seeing permanent results but always contact your surgeon about your concerns. #results #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 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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Hayley Brown, MD, FACS · Answer

It takes about 6 weeks to start to notice results after abdominal liposuction. Be patient, wear your compression binder or any other garment as recommended by your plastic surgeon. Also, don't gain any weight or that will negatively affect your results.

Erik Hoy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  Much of the swelling is gone in 3-4 weeks, but your results continue to improve as swelling resolves over the next 6-8 weeks.  Too early to judge at 4 days!  Do your best to adhere to a healthy diet in the meantime, as your exercise activities are limited.  Best wishes,--Erik Hoy, M.D.

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

Abdominal etching when done correctly should demonstrate high degree of definition over the first week after which swelling will onset and then be resolved by the 1st month following surgery. After that it will continue to improve over the first 3 months especially if you continue to work out.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for your question but you are very early post op and undoubtedly have swelling that is hiding your final result so try to be patient and follow your surgeon's instructions.

Dr. Corbin

How long until I see results from abdominal etching? I'm 4 days post op and don't see much difference

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