Is Lipo Skin Tightening Possible?
Many people think that liposuction will result in loose skin, so is lipo skin tightening possible? The answer to this question depends on the surgeon who carries out your procedure. In experienced, skilled hands, tightening of the skin is possible with liposuction. Dr. Su at Artistic Lipo and Plastic Surgery is an expert in the field. He achieves impressive tightening results with his arm liposuction.
Does Skin Sag after Lipo?
It is possible for skin to sag following liposuction, but in skilled hands, this will not happen. Sagging occurs if a surgeon removes too much fat and if the skin lacks elasticity. An experienced surgeon will not make such a mistake. When you attend your consultation, your surgeon will tell you whether your skin has sufficient elasticity. He or she will also let you know whether you’re a suitable candidate for the procedure.
Does Skin Always Tighten After Lipo?
Liposuction techniques do tighten up the skin. However, if your skin is already sagging, you cannot rectify this with a lipo procedure. In areas with thin skin, such as the neck and chin area, the tightening is significant. There should still be tightening in other areas of the body with heavier skin, although it is less dramatic. If, however, the skin already hangs in folds, the folds will remain post-surgery. Doctors didn’t design liposuction to repair skin that is already very loose.
Although many surgeons can achieve skin tightening with their liposuction techniques, Dr. Su is a specialist in the field. Thanks to his active liposuction and 360 lipo techniques, he can achieve impressive tightening. His Celebrity Arms technique is especially well-known. Even women with a moderate amount of hang can see significant improvement after surgery.
How Much Tightening Can I Expect?
The amount of skin tightening post lipo will vary between individuals. After liposuction, skin that is sagging and loose continues retracting during the recovery period. This means you won’t see the full result immediately. After liposuction performed by Dr. Su, however, you may see some improvements immediately. But you will not see the full effect for a few months. Nevertheless, you can expect a good amount of tightening after your procedure. Dr. Su will be able to give you a good idea of how your final result will look before surgery.
Can I Help My Skin to Tighten More Effectively?
There are a few things you can do to help your body recover following lipo. You should always follow your surgeon’s instructions after your surgery to ensure the best result. This includes wearing your compression garment as instructed to compress the treated area and promote healing for a speedier recovery. This will help to reduce the chances of your skin becoming lax and wrinkled. You should also avoid strenuous activities and exercise until your surgeon gives you the green light to resume them. This, too, will help you to achieve the most attractive result and the best possible lipo skin tightening.
Dr. Thomas Su, is the owner and cosmetic surgeon of Artistic Lipo. He has led our full-time clinic specializing in awake-only liposuction since 2007. Dr. Su began his medical career in internal medicine, practicing that until 2005, when he began to provide a full spectrum of non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
