Unveiling the untold truths of liposuction

From setbacks to success stories!

Irregular contours

This is the most noticeable signs of poorly performed liposuction, The treated area may appear lumpy, bumpy, or wavy rather than smooth.

Cause: Liposuction that’s performed either unevenly or too aggressively, or with LASER-Assisted liposuction too much energy is used in a focused area. This usually happens because liposuction was not the appropriate treatment choice, due to preoperative laxity (looseness). Performing liposuction on an area of skin laxity makes the laxity worse resulting in contour irregularities.

Solution: Correction is often difficult. It typically requires a creative plan that includes fat grafting over multiple sessions. This complication is most commonly seen with liposuction of the abdomen (stomach).

Overcorrection

There’s a fine line between removing just enough and removing too much fat. The treated area will have a crater (caved-in) appearance flanked protruding fat around the crater.

Cause: Over-suctioning occurs during liposuction. This often happens because less experienced surgeons do not appreciate that these areas shift position while the patient is lying down for surgery versus when a patient is standing.

Solution: Correction is often difficult as well. Scar tissue makes treatment much more difficult. It typically and requires a creative plan that includes fat grafting over multiple sessions. This often happens on the inner thighs the followed by the lateral thighs. 

Discoloration

It is hard to consider this a complication because it can occur with expertly executed liposuction; It can not necessarily be prevented. The result is darkened areas of skin especially in people of color.

Cause: This can be due to inadvertent injury to the blood vessels resulting in the deposition of hemosiderin (a pigment from broken-down red blood cells) that is released beneath the skin.

Solution: There is no tried and true solution. These areas may resolve on their own. Protecting the areas with sunscreen and UV protective clothing.


Why Dr. Stephenson is uniquely qualified for your transformation

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Issued 2007 and Current
Approximately only 105 certifications per year have been issued since 1937

Member, The Aesthetic Society
Established 1967
Membership is by invitation only and the requirements are designed to limit membership only to formally trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in aesthetic plastic surgery.

Depending on the specific issue, the revision tummy tuck may involve addressing misshapen or discolored belly buttons, removing excess skin that was not adequately addressed in the initial procedure, or addressing more complex problems within the surgical technique itself.

If you have undergone a tummy tuck and are dissatisfied with the results, I encourage you to schedule a consultation to discuss your concerns and problems. As a qualified plastic surgeon, I am here to address your needs and provide you with the best solution to correct the issues caused by a botched abdominoplasty. Your satisfaction and achieving the desired results are my top priorities.”


Why Dr. Stephenson is uniquely qualified for your transformation

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Issued 2007 and Current
Approximately only 105 certifications per year have been issued since 1937

Member, The Aesthetic Society
Established 1967
Membership is by invitation only and the requirements are designed to limit membership only to formally trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in aesthetic plastic surgery.

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Dr. Earl Stephenson, Jr., a board-certified plastic surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia, utilizes his artistic talent and surgical expertise to deliver exceptional results for his clients. Known for his compassionate approach and open communication, Dr. Stephenson prioritizes education and experience in all non-surgical and aesthetic procedures. He has completed medical school, specialty training in plastic surgery, dental school, and specialty training in oral & maxillofacial surgery, setting him apart from his peers. This diverse training equips Dr. Stephenson with a comprehensive understanding of facial and overall anatomy, enabling him to achieve natural-looking outcomes.