How can I make sure that I do not lose my hourglass shape after liposuction of my flanks?

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I'm getting liposuction on my abdomen and flanks. I have really nice hour glass shape naturally but have excess fat in my lower abdomen from being about 30 lbs overweight. How can I make sure that I do not lose my hourglass shape since the doctor wants to do my flanks? Also how can I prevent my skin from being loose after. Even though i'm overweight I don't have much cellulite or loose skin on my body.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello Patricia3782  Liposuction can also be done to improve your body contours. Liposuction is not used for those looking for dramatic weight loss; it is done when you are close to your desired weight. Healthy elastic skin is a major requirement for liposuction to enable quick recovery. #flanks #hourglass

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Liposuction results are highly surgeon dependent.  It is important to have realistic expectations and come to a mutual understanding with your plastic surgeon of what your goals are.  In most patients loose skin is not a concern, but only a physical exam could help determine whether this may be more likely in your case. Skin does retract some after liposuction based upon how thin or thick it was prior to your surgery, your recent 30 pound weight gain, and how much fat is removed from your abdomen and flanks. Your plastic surgeon is the best one to answer these questions as he has examined you.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Rigo J. Mendoza, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Liposuction to your lower abdomen and flanks actually will accentuate your hourglass figure.As far as loose skin goes, we can't make any comments without seeing any pictures.  Make sure you discuss your concerns about loose skin with your Plastic Surgeon.

Leonard Lu, MD · Answer

Patricia, Liposuction to the flanks should enhance your hourglass figure.  It is important to always communicate your concerns with your BCPS.   
As for the skin lasticity, it is difficult to recommend specific treatments without seeing photos. Please make sure to discuss treatment options  with your surgeon as well.

Ricardo Ventura, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question and provided information as well... You need to have realistic expectations from surgery, besides that, following your surgeons instructions and using your garment with compression for 6 months, eating healthy, you will be great!

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