Is Liposuction Required for an Arm Lift?

July 2, 2009
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i hate my underarm flapping skin. Was considering arm lift surgery.  However, it's not clear to me if I'd also need to get liposuction to get results. What is the best way to know ahead of a consultation if it will be necessary?

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November 15, 2015

Answer: Liposuction with arm lift procedures

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J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 22, 2015

Answer: The Majority of Arm Lift Procedures are Performed Without Liposuction

Richard J. Bruneteau, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 22, 2015

Answer: The Majority of Arm Lift Procedures are Performed Without Liposuction

Richard J. Bruneteau, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 28, 2012

Answer: Liposuction Not Needed for all Arm lifts

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 28, 2012

Answer: Liposuction Not Needed for all Arm lifts

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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April 24, 2012

Answer: Liposuction with arm lift

John Michael Thomassen, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 24, 2012

Answer: Liposuction with arm lift

John Michael Thomassen, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 23, 2011

Answer: Liposuction Necessary for Arm Lift?

Tom J. Pousti, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 23, 2011

Answer: Liposuction Necessary for Arm Lift?

Tom J. Pousti, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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