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Cosmetic Surgery  (Expert Forum)
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interested in getting lipo
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Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
Questions in the Cosmetic Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Howard Rosenberg. Topics include bariatric surgery reconstruction, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, face lift, nose reconstruction, and tummy tucks.

interested in getting lipo

by MoMmA6, Mar 22, 2007 12:00AM
Hello just in here trying to get a little info about lipo. I am 41 years old with  6 children and had my tubes tied almost a year ago and now I want to look into getting lipo done. But I would like to know if anyone has had it done? And what are the risks and recovery time.

by Howard Rosenberg, MD, Mar 23, 2007 12:00AM
Liposuction is a procedure that I perform almost daily.  Depending on the extent and size of the areas to be treated, disability is usually limited to only three or four days.  I recommend a compression garment that is placed immedaitely after the surgery and is typically worn for three weeks.  I allow patients to shower after only one or two days.  It takes about four weeks to allow swelling to subside for the most dramatic results to appear.

However, you did not specify the areas you are interested in treating.  Presumably this is you tummy.  If so, then after six kids, a tummy tuck may be more appropriate.  You need to see a local plastic surgeon to determine what is best for you.
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by MoMmA6, Mar 25, 2007 12:00AM
Thank you very much, and yes it is only in my tummy that I really need help and I will look into the tummy tuck procedure. Thank you again.
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