Liposuction: Info, Prices, Photos, Reviews, Q&A

Bruising from liposuction can last a couple of weeks. Arnica and Bromelain can significantly reduce the swelling and bruising. (Gary Lawton, MD, FACS, San Antonio Plastic Surgeon)

Bruising can last anywhere up to 6 weeks , though it has alot to do with each particular patient’s body and how much liposuction was performed. The time lapse for brusing varies from person to person. Certain creams may help reduce brusing such as Arnica.(Thomas Trevisani, Sr., MD, Orlando Plastic Surgeon)

To begin with one can lessen some of the bruising prior to surgery by abstaining from aspirin and NSAIDs at least a week prior to surgery. This also applies to Vitamin E and Omega 3 fish oils.

During surgery there is not much you can do because the cannula and surgeon does that part. After surgery you just have to rely on your personal body mechanisms. That is, some people bruise and stay that way for several weeks and some stay that way for a few days.

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Only 1 week of bruising usually with Lipo under local anesthesia only

At 1 week you see only a little improvement in the areas treated with liposuction but it is still an improvement over what you were prior to the procedure so get it done now and start looking better in only 1 week.

At 1 month you see a major difference and at 4-5 months you see the end results as a rough gauge. Bruising is usually gone in 7-10 days and taking arnica helps a lot. (David Hansen, MD, Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon)

Six months until final result is reached

The swelling gradually subsides and bruising is variable from patient to patient, but it should be emphasized that it will take a full six months to reach your final result.
Compression garments are recommended for the first six weeks and this is the most limiting factor oin the post-operative period, so whether you should wait until fall/winter probably depends on the garments as much as the swelling. (W. Tracy Hankins, MD, Henderson Plastic Surgeon)

Bruising from liposuction usually dissipates in 1-2 weeks. his really depends upon what medications if any you were on before the procedure that promoted bruising and how quickly your body heals. Now, swelling is different.

The majority will go away in about 4-6 weeks but some residual swelling especially exercise induced, may last 6 months or longer. (Steven Wallach, MD, New York Plastic Surgeon)

Bruising is normal and to be expected after liposuction

Bruising is caused by all types of liposuction. It does not matter if your liposuction was performed using smart lipo, old style liposuction under general anesthesia with large cannulas, or pure tumescent liposuction using tiny cannulas and just dilute local anesthetic.
All forms of liposuction cause bruising. The bruise does seem to vary from patient to patient with some having only a little bruising and others having significant bruising. ypically, by three or four weeks out, the bruising has resolved.

It does take much more time for the swelling associated with the procedure to resolve but by 4 months one has a very good idea of the final result. There is a definite seasonal trend for the demand for liposuction.

I find in my practice that the peak demand for liposuction is in the winter months as people begin to think about bikini and speedo season. (Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD, Beverly Hills Oculoplastic Surgeon)

it is best to prevent the bruising in the first place. Bruising is the result of blood trapped in the tissues after the procedure. To prevent bruising, it is helpful to refrain from ingesting drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen for two weeks before the procedure.
There are many different herbs and supplements that can also increase bleeding after any surgical procedure. It is very important to follow the directions of your surgeon in preparing for this procedure. Normally, your surgeon will first infuse a solution into your fat before beginning liposuction.

This solution normally contains epinephrine which will constrict blood vessels and decrease postoperative bleeding and subsequent bruising. After liposuction, you will be placed in a compression garment which should further help reduce bruising and swelling.

All of these steps help to minimize the bruising after this procedure. Once bruising has been established however, your body will need to break down the trapped blood and naturally excrete it. Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do to hasten this process.(John J. Edney, MD, Omaha Plastic Surgeon)
Bruising after liposuction is usually gone after 3 weeks. That means you can put on a bathing suit then. As far as “swelling” is concerned, you look less bulky right after liposuction. But you don’t see the final, final result for 4 months.

That’s how long it takes for all the remaining injured fat to atrophy and shrink. But you will look entirely presentable in one month. (George J. Beraka, MD (retired), Manhattan Plastic Surgeon)

Typically, bruising lasts between one and two weeks however each individual heals at a different rate. If you are taking any blood thinners or anti inflammatory medications you should discuss with your doctor about stopping them prior to the surgery to reduce the amount of bleeding and post operative bruising. (Jennifer S. Landy MD, Tampa Ophthalmologist)

Bruising not usually the main issue after lipo

Despite all the claims about certain techniques being advantageous in terms of bruising after lipo, it just isn’t completely predictable in every patient. The practical issue for most patients is the compression garment that most surgeons recommend for 3-4 weeks after surgery.

Not a lot of fun in the summer. (Richard Baxter, MD, Seattle Plastic Surgeon)

Most patients bruise very little after liposuction under local anesthesia.

Most patients bruise very little after liposuction under local anesthesia. That is one advantage of this technique. The little smudges of bruise that sometimes result fade within a week or so in most people.

Since we ask our patients to wear a special girdle for two weeks after liposuction, by the time they stop wearing it, bruising, if any, is gone. (William P. Coleman III, MD, Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon)

Fullness in liposuction treated areas may be due to bruisng, swelling, seroma, fibrosis, necrosis

Bruising, swelling, seroma, necrosis and fibrosis are 5 different processes that may effect the appearance of liposuction treated ares and contribute to fullness in an area. Generally bruising, in the worst cases, rarely lasts beyond 4 weeks.

Swelling (from edema) is typically markedly improved by 3 weeks but can lasts 6-9 months to resolve completely. (Otto Joseph Placik, MD, Chicago Plastic Surgeon)