If you’ve had double chin liposuction, you’re sure to want your face to look its best. So, if you’re experiencing lumps after your surgery, it’s only natural to be concerned. However, for many people, some lumpiness post-procedure is common. The good news is, though, that those lumps aren’t a permanent feature.
Why Are Bumps And Lumps Common Following Lipo?
If your skin lacks sufficient elasticity, you may find that you have more lumpiness following your surgery. Liposuction sometimes results in tunnels under your skin by the cannula, which is the instrument used during a liposuction procedure. These tunnels fill up with your bodily fluids, which may cause swelling. The fluid accumulation and swelling can make the area of skin treated look bumpy. Also, if there is a localized hematoma under your skin, this may result in lumps. You may even have some residual fat remaining on your chin after surgery. There’s no need to worry unduly, though. Usually, the lumps will eventually settle down.
Can Lumps After Lipo Be Eliminated?
If you already have lumps and bumps around your chin post-surgery, don’t worry yet. Usually, any lumpiness will diminish with time when your body has finished healing. It is entirely normal to have some lumpiness after any liposuction procedure. You should be patient and wait until your recovery period is over to see if the lumps disappear.
If the bumps are still there after several months, there are a few things you can try to minimize them. Massage may help to improve their appearance, or you may need to return to your surgeon.
How Can I Prevent Lumps?
The best cure for a lumpy face is prevention. Therefore, it’s best to take action to ensure that no lumpiness arises after your procedure.
You need to follow your surgeon’s instructions to reduce your risks of developing bumps around your chin after liposuction. Your nurse will give you clear aftercare advice before and after you undergo your procedure. It’s important to be familiar with these instructions and follow them carefully.
Your surgeon will prescribe a compression garment that you will need to wear following your surgery. It’s important to wear it precisely as you have been instructed. If you fail to do this, lumpiness can be the unwanted result. Compression garments help to reduce the build-up of fluid, swelling, and bruising. If you wear it as advised, lumps are less likely to form during your recovery period.
It’s most important, though, to make sure you’ve chosen a skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon. A surgeon who is an expert in the field will ensure a smooth and flawless result. You should take the time to choose a surgeon with a proven record of accomplishment. Here at ArtLipo, we are lucky to have Dr. Su on our team. As a liposuction specialist, he is extremely talented and can produce impressive outcomes. Check out the images in our gallery to see the quality of his work.
To find out more about double chin liposuction, contact the ArtLipo team today and get the information you need.
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.
