Bumpy Skin — Visible Contour Irregularities
FOS 20-50★★☆☆☆Revision DifficultyVisible bumps, waves, or unevenness on the skin surface after filler or fat grafting. Especially noticeable in side profile or under certain lighting conditions.
Why It Happens
Uneven filler distribution, too-shallow injection, or patchy fat survival rates creating hills and valleys. Gravity further distorts the pattern over time.
Severity
Mild to moderate. FOS 20-50.
Treatment Solutions
Targeted extraction of excess in protruding areas. Micro-fat grafting in depressed areas after stabilization if needed.
Why Traditional Treatment Fails
Adding more filler to "fill the valleys" increases total volume without solving the core unevenness. The new filler often creates its own irregularities.
The Liusmed Approach
Ultrasound maps the 3D distribution of filler — showing exactly where excess exists and where there's deficiency. Precise extraction only from the "hills" while preserving the "valleys." Avoidance of over-correction.
Dr. Liu's Perspective
"Patients often ask me to 'just smooth it out.' But smoothing means removing the bumps, not filling the dips. We subtract where there's too much — that's how you get a smooth surface."
Recovery Timeline
5-7 days. Minimal intervention, rapid recovery. Surface smoothing visible immediately.
Related Conditions
Related Symptoms
FAQ
Can I smooth out bumps by adding more filler?
Adding filler to "fill the valleys" increases total volume without truly solving the core unevenness. The new filler often creates its own irregularities. The correct approach is to remove the "hills" rather than fill the "valleys."
References
- Coleman SR. Clin Plast Surg. 2001;28(1):111-119
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical diagnosis. Please consult a qualified physician for proper evaluation.
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