The risk of complications increases if the surgeon works on larger body surfaces or if he performs several procedures during the same operation. Talk to your surgeon about how these risks apply to your case. Removing too much fat in a single surgery can cause sagging skin, bumps and dents, and correcting it may require additional procedures. There are some risks, such as infection, numbness and scarring.
If too much fat is removed, there may be bumps or dents on the skin. Surgical risks appear to be related to the amount of fat removed. This procedure does not require significant downtime or recovery. Most people only need about 1 week of absence from work and other activities to return to normal.
Some swelling is normal after surgery. It may take 3 to 6 months for the swelling to go away and reveal the final results. Learn more about your rights and protections in connection with the No Surprises Act (HR13).
