How long does it take to see a difference after chin lipo and abdominal lipo? (photos)

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I got chin lipo done about 4 wks ago on April 5. I just had a stubborn area that would not subside. I don't see a difference on my chin. Does it take a while for the skin to get tight? I'm just not very happy at the moment. Also, I had lipo on my upper and lower abs and flanks. I can see a difference in my flanks in my back but no where else. Everywhere else I feel like I had nothing done.

Ajay Mahajan, MD, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

It is hard to tell from your photo, especially when there are no preoperative ones to compare with. However, I would like to reassure you with the fact that it does take some time for the swelling to settle. You should continue to see some gradual reduction in the swelling over the next 3 to 6 months and should hopefully have a better countour than you have now.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your question and provided
information as well.. This is the surgical
procedure that revolutionized cosmetic surgery becoming one of the most
performed cosmetic procedures. Subcutaneous tissue or fat is removed in order
to contour the body in a way that is harmonious and pleasing to the senses. It
can be performed in almost all regions of the body such as the neck, chin,
abdomen, back, buttocks, thighs, arms and ankles. Usually done through a small
incision in the skin through which a cannula connected to a vacuum is applied,
it can be performed alone or in combination with other procedures. After
liposuction your body is going to be really swollen for at least 2 to 4 months
after your surgery. It is important for you to wear your compression garment
for at least 6 months, the first 3 months 24/7 and then the last 3 months at
least 12 hours per day for your body get use to not having the faja for so many
time. When you remove it, your body can get swollen and also you can have pain.
Remember to also compress your body to prevent a seroma which is an
accumulation of liquid that has to be drained, it is hard to touch and also
really painful. Bruises are completely normal for almost 3 months from surgery,
that’s why is better for you to use a bruising cream and apply it all over your
body 3 times a day. To prevent bad circulation and swollen legs, use
compression socks. Brazilian butt lift can be performed with the same procedure
and for a month it will be swollen and it will drop a little bit without losing
it’s shape if you use your garment.. If you’re going to perform liposuction on
your inner, outer, anterior, lateral, postetior thighs, be careful and consult
with your surgeon what’s best for you, sometimes we have more extra skin than
fat, that can cause severe sagginess on our legs, which can be only be reversed
performing a thigh lift. Hugs!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I tell patients that the majority of swelling will diminish by about 6-8 weeks.  There will be residual swelling for up to 4-6 months.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Would like to see your pre operative photos to compare.  Patients that wear compression garments and resume exercise usually have the best results.  Check in with your surgeon so he can monitor your progress.

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