Can thigh Liposuction and breast augmentation be done together?

I had Liposuction done on my calves and ankles 2 years ago. I am now going back to have my upper inner and outer thighs done, as well as a breast augmentation. I also have lumps from my previous surgery on my lower legs and wonder how I should approach my PS with this. Can I have all this done at once safely?

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A: Breast augmentation and liposuction

Ricardo A. Meade, MD

These two procedures are often combined, so we know it's safe.  The more important question I think is how to approach your PS about a lumpy result in your lower leg area liposuction. It's simple-- just bring it up openly. We all know that those areas are fraught with complications. Most board... more

A: Multiple procedures

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

It sounds reasonable to have liposuction of the thighs and breast augmentation simultaneously. But you and your surgeon should be clear on what your priorities are and that it might be possible to curtail the procedure and when that might occur. As far as imperfection of previous surgery goes, just be honest... more

A: Combined procedures are safe

Steven H. Schuster, MD

Dear JPB It is certainly safe to combine procedures when performed within reasonable guidelines.  In the state of Florida we are not permitted to remove more than 1000 cc of fat and combine it with other procedures.  Depending upon how much fat has to be removed it certainly seems reasonable to... more

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