Arm Skin Did Not Tighten After Smart Lipo and Ultrasonic Lipo

July 10, 2009
Asked By:chickenwings in Bay Minette, AL

In 2007, I had External Ultrasonic Liposuction with Smart Laser on my upper arms to reduce the overall size and make them more in proportion to my petite frame. First, the ultrasonic lipo was performed, followed by the Smart Lipo. I don't think the Smart Lipo worked, and I'm not sure the doctor did the procedure in the right order. Also, when he used the Smart Lipo wand, it was only a few seconds on each arm. I would think that part should have lasted longer. My results are not satisfactory at all. While I can tell there is less fat, the skin did not retract or tighten in any way and now my arms look worse than before. They are the same size (circumference), just less full with loose skin. I'd like your opinion as to whether or not the procedure was done correctly, and do you think trying just another Smart Lipo session with a different doctor would tighten the skin now?

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July 12, 2009

Answer: There is no magic way to tighten skin of arms

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July 12, 2009

Answer: There is no magic way to tighten skin of arms

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June 16, 2012

Answer: You may need arm lift

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Answer: You may need arm lift

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July 12, 2009

Answer: Smart lipo doesn't tighten the skin better than mother nature can

July 12, 2009

Answer: Smart lipo doesn't tighten the skin better than mother nature can