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Cost of Laser or TCA Peel for stretchmarks? 2 answers

How much are the costs of Laser or TCA Peel treatment on stretchmarks on calves & inner thighs?

Botox for slim legs? 12 answers

How effective is Botox used to treat big leg calves and how many units are needed?

Can SmartLipo be used on my ankles or calf area? 1 answer

I am in the process of getting the Smartlipo procedure. Can it be performed on the calf area?

what is the best way of fat removal for ankles and calves? 6 answers

Lipo or smartlipo? is there a cheaper price for these areas?

Fat transfer for calf augmentation 2 answers

I am considering a fat transfer to correct a scar caused by a compound fracture to my lower leg, where the injury left an indention on the inside of...

Vaser Lipo or Smart Lipo for calf and thigh fat? 1 answer

I'm a 31 year old female who's undergone Endermologie, excercise, and diet to minimize the appearance of cellulite and fat deposits. To my dismay,...


Does Cool Lipo work on ankles and calves?

Can coollipo fat reduction be done on the calves and/or ankles?

Plastic surgery procedure to make calves thinner? 1 answer

What kind of plastic surgery can be done on calves to make them slimmer, without risking any long term health issues (such as not able to walk or...

Possible to have fat transfer in thigh and calf areas? 2 answers

I have a flat and droopy butt, skinny hips, and stick thighs and calves. All my fat seems to settle on my abs and waistline area. Is it possible for...

Refingel injections for buttocks and calf? 1 answer

Are these procedures safe? I was onto a doctor in London, and apparently he is the only one who does these fillers. Has anyone had these fillers? Or...

Fat transfer and Liposuction on 4 body parts safe? 2 answers

Is it safe to have Liposuction at the same time? If so, please give an approximate range of cost, although I do know that this varies among patients.

Bumpy calves after Liposuction 2 answers

I have bumpy skin in the area where liposuction was done on my calves. I had this done over six years ago. It almost seems like the skin is too...

Calf Reduction doctor recommendations 1 answer

Any surgeon in US that performs calf reduction surgery (partial resection of gastroc)?

How does fat transfer to calves last? 1 answer

How does Fat transfer to calves last since exercising usually burns fat? Is it worth it?

Can fat be transferred from calf areas to the buttock or breast areas? 1 answer

I am currently having some fat transferred from my stomach to one of my breasts following unsatisfactory results. I would like to have a buttock...

Do I qualify a Liposuction in the calves? 10 answers

I'm not sure if I can benefit from this procedure. I have somewhat thin ankles but right after about an inch up there is a bulge that feels like...

Spots on calves after VelaShape

I have been receiving VelaShape on my stomach, thighs, and calves. On my calves, there are small dots (they look like freckles). I never had these...

Smart Lipo with an MD only option for calves?

I've been to 2 board certified plastic surgeons and 2 MDs doing Smart Lipo. It's concerning that plastic surgeons don't do Smart Lipo, saying it's no...

Calf Liposuction alternatives for someone with metal clips in leg? 6 answers

Several years ago, I had veins my lower right leg stripped and the placement of the traditional metal clips. As a result, I am unable to have an MRI...

New York Calf and Ankle Liposuction Doctor Recommendation 3 answers

I am considering going for a calf and ankle Liposuction in NY. Would you recommend to me 3 surgeons who specialize in this field?

How much pressure will burst a calf implant? 1 answer

I am involved in a variety of contact sports and I am wondering what is the likelihood that a calf implant will burst from a heavy impact, or if...

Swelling after calf implants

I had calf implants done in 2001. The left leg has always been more swollen but now it's become very visible. There is slight pain and it feels very...

Central Florida Calf Implants Doctor Recommendations

Does anybody know a doctor in Central Florida who specializes in calf implants for women please?

Options for calf reduction? 1 answer

I inherited large muscular calves from my mother that are disproportionate from the rest of my normal/thin sized body.

Plastic surgery for excess saggy skin on calves? 2 answers

Is there any plastic surgery procedure that can be done to remove the excess skin and de-bulk my calves? I lost almost 160 lbs (diet and exercise)...

How safe is Aquamid for calf augmentation?

I'm considering using Aquamid for calf augmentation. There is only one surgeon in the UK who performs this procedure.I would like to know is it a safe...

Aquamid or Refingel for calf implants?

I contacted a doctor in London for calf implants with Aquamid or Refingel. I would really like to get it done, but not sure of the long-term effects....

Liposuction or Vaser Liposuction to reduce calves? 2 answers

I have really flabby calves and they are very large and wide and out of proportion to the rest of me and wondering what is available to reduce the...

Possible to reduce muscular calves? 1 answer

I have large muscular calves that get very stiff at time especially when I am wearing high heels or climbing stairs. It's very embarrassing to even...

Is it possible to reduce calf size without surgery? 1 answer

Whats' the quickest non-surgical way to reduce calf size? If there isn't really one, what do you suggest is the safest procedure to get results?

Is nerve block procedure in calves safe?

In Korea, there is a new procedure where they block certain nerves in your calf muscle to make your claves smaller. Is this safe?

Body lift or thigh lift for stretch marks on calves, hips, and thighs? 1 answer

I gained 33 lbs with one pregnancy and 28 lbs with the other. I'm 30 years old, and feel as though my lower body looks 60! I know there is nothing...