Q: “Is it safe to get Liposuction if you’re anemic?” Tgiwa, San Diego, CA​ Dr. Yovino’s Answer: In experienced surgical hands, blood loss with liposuction is minimal so anemic patients usually are still good candidates. Justin Yovino, MD FACS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Beverly Hills, CA Filed Under: Uncategorized
Q: “Although many of you drs out there have magical surgical skills I’m not keen on have a TT scar across my abdomen (also due to possible slow healing with pre existing condition of RA meds). I’m 48 years old and overweight with a BMI of 35. I hope to lose 45lbs prior to surgery …
Q: “I can’t find any clear information on how AccuSculpt and other laser liposuction devices actually remove fat. Is the fat removed in different ways if the laser lipolysis is performed in different areas of the body or face? Thanks.” QuestionPersonEl Segundo, CA​ Dr. Yovino’s Answer: This device delivers energy to the fat and surrounding tissue …
Q: “Hello, I did a chin fat pad removal and under cheek liposuction through the same incision under my chin. Today, I have an asymetric smile, my chin is uneven and does not look smaller at all. Under my chin there is lumpiness and swelling which i understand is normal. Will this go away and will my …
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Q: “My surgeon has told me he can do vaser lipo on my arms back and legs to harvest fat for my breasts. I would be happy with one size up. Is it worth doing it? I have been at the same weight for over 3 years now. I work out every day, would I …
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