Went to my First Plastic Surgery Consult Today and Was Told there Weren't Options for My Arms and Thighs, Thoughts? (photo) Doctor Answers, Tips
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Went to my First Plastic Surgery Consult Today and Was Told there Weren't Options for My Arms and Thighs, Thoughts? (photo)

1st PS consult today-the doc told me that there isn't anything that he can do or would recommend to improve the look of my thighs/arms? me-33 yrs, female, Highest wt-250, current weight-160, thigh- 23 in, arm - 12 in. I have sagging skin on the arms, stomach, and thighs. I went in asking about an arm lift and LBL / body contouring. He said the skin on my arms is in excellent condition & the scar would be worse than the sagging. Re:thighs - he said they can't be pulled smooth? Thoughts?

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by AMS_FL in Gainesville, FL
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Options after weight loss

Unfortunately, I can't make any suggestions based on your photos (especially since one photo is not appearing completely). If one PS said the quality of your skin is good in your arms, then perhaps you do not need an arm lift. If the fullness in your arms is of concern, then perhaps you may benefit from just liposuctioning of your arms. But again, no one can give you recommendations without a formal exam. I would visit another PS in your area to learn more about your... more
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Weight loss and surgery

An in office consultation would be essential to get an accurate assessment of your issues. The surgeries often available usually incorporate excison of loose skin. Rippling of the skin is not usually improved by these techniques.

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