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Arm Lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in One Surgery?

asked 3 years ago by ms76 in West Palm Beach, FL
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
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Tags: combination, risk

I am 32-year-old woman, and I have recently lost 100 lbs, weighing currently 145lbs. I am in excellent health and a quick healer, or so I have been told. I am interested in getting an arm lift, mini tummy tuck and brazillian butt lift. Would it be even possible to have all 3 procedures done at once? Approximately how much downtime will I need?

20 answers to Arm Lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in One Surgery?

Body Contouring after weight loss

You can definitely do these surgeries in one setting. In my practice of about 50% or more post-bariatric, I often combine multiple procedures into one setting of 5 to 6 hours of surgery. Your chosen surgeries can be performed within this time period. However, a mini-tummy tuck does not usually serve a weight loss patient well? Good luck.

Siamak Agha, MD, PhD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.drsiamakagha.com

Stages

While you can combine procedures together, it is not wise to combine multiple large procedures as the combination may be extreme. Extreme makeovers are rarely a good idea. You would be better served to do the procedures in stages.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

Combining arm lift, tummy tuck and brazilian butt lift

Congratulations on your weight loss. You are facing a problem that many patients who have lost weight wrestle with. Tummy tuck, arm lifts and buttocks lift are common procedures that are sought. In my San Francisco area practice these procedures would not be done at the same time. There are always three things to consider in combining procedures. 1. Is it surgically safe? Combining procedures increases post-operative complications - period. Now the increase may be very small and... more

Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Multiple procedures for massive weight loss patient

Hello, You can have a multiple procedure at the same time. However, you are best served to have a full tummy tuck because you have lost 100 lbs and most likely have enough excess skin and soft tissue as well as laxity of muscle. You are most likely not a good candidate for mini-tummy tuck. Hope this was helpful.

Ali Sajjadian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.DrSajjadian.com

Extreme makeovers are passe

I would not--these procedures are cosmetic and ellective, but not risk free. Too much surgery at one time can signifigantly increase your risks. Not only that, but this combination is not a complementary one with regards to post op recovery. You must ambulate and move after the body procedures and the arm lift will interfere with your ability to get of bed,etc. It is certainly more convenient to do everything at once but in my practice of 20 years I would recommend against this.... more

David Shuter, MD
Jupiter Plastic Surgeon

Performing Brazilian Butt lift and additional surgical procedures simultaneously.

SEE VIDEO BELOW FOR SAMPLE BRAZILIAN BUTT LIFT & TUMMY TUCK: Just because it is possible doesn't necessarily mean that it should be done. Depending on the techniques used and the number of surgeons working simultaneously, the length of time to accomplish these procedures can vary tremendously. IF you can find an experienced team that performs thiese routinely and can complete the procedure within 6-8 hours, it may be an option. Most surgeons would take more time and therefore prefer to... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Generally not advisable to have all these procedures at the same time

Congratulations on your weight loss -- that is quite an achievement! It is generally not advisable to have Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt done at the same time. Combining body contouring procedures such as this, especially when they are somewhat time intensive procedures increases post-operative complications. These type of body contouring procedures are very common after a significant weight loss, but it is best to practice a bit of patience. You should consider factors,... more

Scott W. Mosser, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Combining multiple cosmetic surgeries

As Dr. Aldea stated so well, the likelihood that you would be a "mini" tummy tuck candidate after a 100 pound weight loss is zero. You will certainly need a full tummy tuck to address the entire abdomen and the loose skin. It might be possible to do this with an arm lift, but in my opinion, that's it for one day! You need to realize that lengthy surgery and difficulty ambulating after surgery from having done too much carries a risk of dying from blood clots in your veins that... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Some concern about the procedures you are considering

Congratulations on your 100 lb weight loss! Quite an accomplishment! Many surgeons do combine procedures for body contouring after massive weight loss, so long as the total length of surgery is safe and there are no medical problems that would dictate shorter procedures. I do have some concern about the procedures you are considering, though. In my experience, it would be very unusual for a "mini-tummy tuck" to be the right procedure for someone who has lost 100 pounds. I... more

Carmen Kavali, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

See a board certified plastic surgeon to develope a safe surgical plan.

Congratulations! Your concerns are valid. We always stress safety first and cosmetic outcomes second! It is difficult to answer your question without having the opportunity to perform an examination. The body contouring procedures that you are interested in are common following major weight loss. It is very important to be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in the procedures of arm lift, mini-tummy tuck, and Brazilian butt lift. A safe and reasonable... more

Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
Englewood Plastic Surgeon

You may not be in that good health

MS, This amount of surgery would certainly be pushing the envelope of safety. Of course, it depends on exactly how much surgery you need. If it is a small amount of loose skin and you do not require muscle tightening during your abdominoplasty, then it may be possible. Also, keep in mind that your physiologic health may not be excellent. If your height is dimunitive, then at 245 lbs your BMI or body mass index was very high. Your cardiovascular health is certainly somewhat compromised... more

Kenneth R. Francis, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Combining a Tummy Tuck with Brazilian Butt Lift

Hi there- As I have said many a time on Real Self, there are many things in Plastic Surgery that CAN be done, but that doesn't mean they SHOULD be done, or that they are in the best interests of the patient.... Any tummy tuck (in order to achieve a pleasing outcome) will require a slightly waist flexed position, and of course a Brazilian Butt Lift will require you to stay off of your butt. These two operations and the positioning required to perform them (to say nothing of recovering from them) more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Multiple procedures possible with medical clearance

It is possible to have all these procedures done in the same time. A proper medical clearance is advisable in these cases. I'm a little surprised about the mini tuck. A 100 pound loss would create a lot of laxity that might require more than just a mini tummy tuck. Hope that helps!

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Combining surgeries and safety

Thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss! In my experience, a person who has lost this much weight would normally be a good candidate for a full (or extended) tummy tuck (not mini tummy tuck). Each patient is different but normally, I would probably recommend breaking up these procedures into a couple of surgeries. You need to take safety into consideration as the FIRST PRIORITY. Please make sure that your surgeon is a board certified... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Multiple body procedures

First it depends upon how much work is involved. You may not want to do all at the same time. And, figure about 1-2 weeks for recovery to go back to daily acitivities.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Can be do done safely in a right candidate

All of these procedures can be done safely during one setting in a right , healthy candidate. You should come for a consultation to determine if this is a right plan for you

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Combined surgeries

As long as you are healthy, it is okay to perform multiple procedures as long as the operative time is kept short. One thing I do have to say here is that if you have had a 100 lb weight loss, I would be surprised if all you need is a mini tummy tuck. I would think that more skin would be needed to be removed and a full tummy tuck would be in order to achieve your maximal results.

Farbod Esmailian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Brazilian Butt Lift with other procedures

Brazilian Butt Lift is a time intensive procedure. With brachioplasty and Mini tummy Tuck all in one session, it takes a lot of time and increases your risks for complications such as blood clots and significant recovery. Patient safety is paramount, and doing the surgery appropriately is paramount. You said you lost 100 lbs. I find it difficult to imagine you need only a MINI TUMMY TUCK unless your skin is SUPERB, and no previous pregnancies. Rediscuss with your BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC... more

Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Not wise to do all these procedures in one surgery

Yes, they can be done in one time but it would not be wise to do so. The rate of surgical complications and even death increase directly with the length of surgery. The likelihood of blood clot development (DVT) and potential flow of clots to the lungs (Pulmonary emboli) are ALSO directly proportional to the duration of surgery (or absence of leg movement). Finally, post-operative recovery (including ability to breath deeply, walk etc) is based on planning how many painful areas we as... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

I'd recommend a different combination

Hey Ms76, Congratulations on the weight loss. If these are the correct procedures for you, I would be inclined to suggest a different combination. Doing them all at the same time, although possible, there are definitely increased risk and a significantly more difficult recovery period. What I typically recommend (if you are medically cleared for surgery) is to undergo the Brazilian and the tummy tuck at the same time. Patients who have this combination can lay on either side, however cannot... more

Daniel P. Markmann, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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