Most patient that had gastric bypass need to have arm lift. laserlipo is a not a good option for the thin and sagging skin. please have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. Make sure your surgeon offers both laserlipo and arm lift.
Smart Lipo good for saggy arms?
I've been thinking of getting Smart Lipo on my arms. I had gastric bypass two years ago and was told this would get rid of my "wings". Is this true?
3 answers to “Smart Lipo good for saggy arms?”
A: Sorry, but Smart Lipo won't do it!
Post-bariatric surgery arms that are loose need a removal of skin to look ideal. That involves a substantial scar, but it can create an amazing result. No form of liposuction, even the so-called "Smart" Lipo procedure, can create the amount of tightening that you're likely to need. In fact,... more
A: Smart Lipo will not replace skin excision after massive weight loss
It is hard to give you a specific answer without reviewing pictures. In general, the excess skin following gastric bypass is better treated with arm lift. Smart Lipo or any other types of liposuction will not give a similar result to skin excision.
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