Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in one surgery?

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

By Scott W. Mosser, MD - San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Combining multiple cosmetic surgeries

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Can an Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift be done in one surgery?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: I'd recommend a different combination

By Daniel P. Markmann, MD - Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Some concern about the procedures you are considering

By Carmen Kavali, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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... more

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

By Stephen A. Goldstein, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: You may not be in that good health

By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Combining arm lift, tummy tuck and brazilian butt lift

By Steven H. Williams, MD - Bay Area Plastic Surgeon

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... more