Hydrodynamic liposuction requires several small incisions in the areas to be treated, which are used to inject anesthesia and tumescent solution. After the procedure, these incisions may swell and require some time to heal. So, how long does it take for the swelling to subside and for full recovery to occur under normal circumstances?
Sutures can be removed in 3-7 days.
Hydrodynamic liposuction causes relatively small wounds, usually the size of a needle hole. If the area treated is small and the amount of fat removed is not significant, the sutures can be removed within 2-3 days after surgery. If a larger area is treated or more fat is removed, the sutures can still be removed within a week. After suture removal, patients can resume their normal work and study routines.
Swelling typically subsides within a month.
Within 5-10 days after hydrodynamic liposuction, the acute swelling phase occurs and the swelling rapidly decreases. However, a mild yellowish or bluish swelling may still remain. Afterwards, the chronic swelling phase begins and by around one month, the swelling is mostly gone, although some unevenness in the skin may still be present.
Full recovery to the best outcome takes 3-6 months.
The unevenness of the skin is often caused by uneven hydrodynamic liposuction. Depending on individual recovery, the best body contouring results are typically achieved within 3-6 months. Mild cases may recover smoothness around 3 months after surgery, while severe cases may require a secondary operation for repair.
How long should one rest after hydrodynamic liposuction?
Around one week.
Although hydrodynamic liposuction is relatively less invasive, to avoid wound infection or other complications, patients are generally advised to take it easy for about a week and monitor the healing progress of the incisions. During this period, it is important to avoid getting the incisions wet and to refrain from intense physical activities that could hinder the recovery process.
