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

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?

4 answers to “Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and...”

A: Some concern about the procedures you are considering

Carmen Kavali, MD
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.

Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
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

Kenneth R. Francis, MD
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

Steven H. Williams, MD
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

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