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?
Answer: Liposuction with arm lift procedures Thank you for your question regarding liposuction associated with an arm lift. Every plastic surgeon is different. Early in my career, I did not use liposuction. Fifteen years ago when I started using arm liposuction for my brachioplasties, I found much better arm lift results. Presently, for all my brachioplasty procedures, I always perform arm liposuction. I believe arm liposuction at the beginning of the arm lift procedure is essential to better eliminate arm fat. Arm liposuction also aids in the dissection. Good luck with your quest for skinnier arms. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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Answer: Liposuction with arm lift procedures Thank you for your question regarding liposuction associated with an arm lift. Every plastic surgeon is different. Early in my career, I did not use liposuction. Fifteen years ago when I started using arm liposuction for my brachioplasties, I found much better arm lift results. Presently, for all my brachioplasty procedures, I always perform arm liposuction. I believe arm liposuction at the beginning of the arm lift procedure is essential to better eliminate arm fat. Arm liposuction also aids in the dissection. Good luck with your quest for skinnier arms. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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January 22, 2015
Answer: The Majority of Arm Lift Procedures are Performed Without Liposuction The vast majority of arm lift procedures are performed without liposuction. Occasionally, liposuction is used to supplement arm lift procedures, but this isn’t necessary in most cases. When patients have significant amounts of upper arm fat and relatively tight skin, liposuction alone is an excellent treatment option. Before proceeding with cosmetic surgery it’s important to be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon. This surgeon can formulate an appropriate treatment plan based on the anatomic deformity and the patient’s aesthetic goals.
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January 22, 2015
Answer: The Majority of Arm Lift Procedures are Performed Without Liposuction The vast majority of arm lift procedures are performed without liposuction. Occasionally, liposuction is used to supplement arm lift procedures, but this isn’t necessary in most cases. When patients have significant amounts of upper arm fat and relatively tight skin, liposuction alone is an excellent treatment option. Before proceeding with cosmetic surgery it’s important to be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon. This surgeon can formulate an appropriate treatment plan based on the anatomic deformity and the patient’s aesthetic goals.
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April 28, 2012
Answer: Liposuction Not Needed for all Arm lifts
Although Liposuction is used in most traditional arm lifts it is not required if there is not much fat redundancy. Your plastic surgeon will quickly let you know if this is required.
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April 28, 2012
Answer: Liposuction Not Needed for all Arm lifts
Although Liposuction is used in most traditional arm lifts it is not required if there is not much fat redundancy. Your plastic surgeon will quickly let you know if this is required.
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April 24, 2012
Answer: Liposuction with arm lift
Arm lift procedures frequently involve liposuction as part of the surgical treatment. Only in situations of massive weight loss is liposuction not necessary. Otherwise, even a small amount of liposuction can aid in the overall result. Of course, care must be taken to avoid excess fluid infiltration and excess skin excision that would result in a tight skin closure and eventually a wide scar.
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April 24, 2012
Answer: Liposuction with arm lift
Arm lift procedures frequently involve liposuction as part of the surgical treatment. Only in situations of massive weight loss is liposuction not necessary. Otherwise, even a small amount of liposuction can aid in the overall result. Of course, care must be taken to avoid excess fluid infiltration and excess skin excision that would result in a tight skin closure and eventually a wide scar.
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October 23, 2011
Answer: Liposuction Necessary for Arm Lift?
Thank you for the question.
Liposuction is a tool that may be useful during arm lifting surgery. It is certainly not “required”. Whether or not it is used will depend mostly on your surgeon's preference. Please make sure you're working with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
I hope this helps.
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October 23, 2011
Answer: Liposuction Necessary for Arm Lift?
Thank you for the question.
Liposuction is a tool that may be useful during arm lifting surgery. It is certainly not “required”. Whether or not it is used will depend mostly on your surgeon's preference. Please make sure you're working with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
I hope this helps.
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