Liposuction Scars: Causes, Prevention, and What to Expect

Liposuction scars can result from:

• Infection at the surgical site.
• Poor healing due to smoking, diabetes, obesity.
• Excessive bleeding during the procedure.
• Poor surgical technique (large incisions, inadequate tissue handling).

Minimizing Scars

• Choose a board-certified, experienced surgeon.
• Follow all pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Practice diligent wound care after surgery.