When To Expect Results After Liposuction?

Final results after liposuction may be seen within 6-8 months depending on the healing process and care during the recovery period. Usually, 50% of the results are seen initially, post surgery.

However, there is quite a bit of swelling and bruising as well. Swelling subsides within a couple weeks. However, It is important to avoid strenuous activity during recovery to prevent accumulation of fluid within the tissues and to allow your body to heal.

You are instructed to wear a compression garment for atleast 1 month to help in the healing process and minimize swelling. (Tom J. Pousti, MD, FACS, San Diego Plastic Surgeon)

Generally, it takes 6-9 months to see the final results of liposuction.

Vanishing of results a few weeks later could be swelling which can set in.

It is a good idea to wear your girdle continuously for 6 weeks. (Ivan Thomas, MD (retired), Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon)

Liposuction results may take a few months to appear in their final form so to speak. This is because during the early post-op period, the body responds to surgery by retaining fluid and therefore presenting as swelling. (Steven Wallach, MD, New York Plastic Surgeon)

After liposuction one can see a dramatic change the next day. But then the swelling occurs and you won’t see that change for 3-6 months. (Toby Mayer, MD, Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon)

The final result is usually seen within 3-4 months.

It really takes a full three to four months to see the final result from liposuction. Within the first 3 weeks you body is busy moving fluid around, you may see that there is less fat, but you will not have the final smooth result for 3 – 4 months.

You need to be careful and do not gain weight – that too will negatively impact the final result. (William B. Rosenblatt, MD, New York Plastic Surgeon)

Swelling varies from person to person, but generally, it takes 4-6 months to see the final result. There is fluid retention for the first few weeks after any surgical procedure. You can get some bloating with pain pills as well.

Exercise with help immensely at this point. Be patient. (William H. Huffaker, MD, Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon)

Liposuction results can take up to 3 months and residual swelling can take up to an additional 3 months to reslove. (Jeffrey W. Hall, MD, Austin Plastic Surgeon)

Time for Final Liposuction Results

Liposuction Results Liposuction patients can usually notice early results 10–14 days after surgery. Improvement will continue for 4–6 months or even longer as swelling and irregularities are fixed.

Your scars will begin heal after surgery. They may be red or elevated for the first few months, but after 6–12 months they will soften and become less noticeable. (Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS, Orange County Plastic Surgeon)

You will notice immediate results directly after your liposuction procedure. The final result can take up to 6 months to a year. (Robert Heck, MD, FACS, Columbus Plastic Surgeon)

Final Results from Liposuction

Results from liposuction depends on the area of the body. It usually takes 6-8 weeks to see the final results in the hips and lateral thigh areas. It may take longer in the abdomen and inner thigh areas, up to 3 months.

It depends on the type of liposuction that you have. The key is to have patience and to wear your compression garments. Also, therapeutic massages will enhance your recovery and the ultimate result. (Rod J. Rohrich, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)

It takes several months for the final result after liposuction

Swelling does occur after liposuction. Wearing of compression garments may decrease the amount. Discontinuing the garment, or increasing activity usually leads to more swelling.

Most of the swelling is usually gone by one month, but it can take several months for all the swelling to resolve, and the areas to soften.

Of course, liposuction is not a substiture for weight loss, diet , and exercise. Some patients have been disappointed because they have gained weight and negated the results of the liposuction. (Benjamin Van Raalte, MD, Davenport Plastic Surgeon)

Recovery From Liposuction May Take Up To 6 Months and Varies From Patient to Patient

Recovery following liposuction varies from patient to patient. Patients undergoing this procedure can expect swelling, bruising, and pain. Some patients may experience areas of firmness and modularity for a prolonged period of time. Significant improvement in swelling and pain can be seen in the first three weeks following surgery, with the majority of swelling gone in about three months.

Areas of firmness, nodularity, and hardness may persist for up to six months following surgery. Small amounts of residual swelling may persist for up to a year. The vast majority of patients experience total recovery within a year following liposuction.

At this point, they have resumed normal activity and feel that their lives have returned to normal. (Richard J. Bruneteau, MD, Omaha Plastic Surgeon)3