I had liposuction done 3 years ago. My upper arms were big but firm. Now they are softer and jiggly. I regret doing it. Especially since they are still big and when my arms are down they look soft and dimply like cellulite thighs but upper arms. And now the skin droops and almost looks fatter over my elbow. I'm not sure if a Brachioplasty is right because it's not just the skin that is loose, there is a lot of soft fat in there too. What would you recommend?
March 11, 2016
Answer: Arm lifting and liposuction
You may be a candidate for arm lifting and liposuction surgery.
However, you should be well informed regarding the scars associated with this procedure- they do tend to spread or experience pigment change. Scar revision surgery is often necessary/helpful. Planning of the excision is critical- the resulting scar should be as hidden as possible. Personally, I think this scar is least visible when it ends up on the inferior (bottom) of the arm as opposed to the bicipital groove (between the biceps and triceps muscles).
Only you can determine if the improvement of the contour of the arms is worth the trade-off of the scar In your case. This is best done with the advice of a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon.
Best wishes.
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March 11, 2016
Answer: Arm lifting and liposuction
You may be a candidate for arm lifting and liposuction surgery.
However, you should be well informed regarding the scars associated with this procedure- they do tend to spread or experience pigment change. Scar revision surgery is often necessary/helpful. Planning of the excision is critical- the resulting scar should be as hidden as possible. Personally, I think this scar is least visible when it ends up on the inferior (bottom) of the arm as opposed to the bicipital groove (between the biceps and triceps muscles).
Only you can determine if the improvement of the contour of the arms is worth the trade-off of the scar In your case. This is best done with the advice of a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon.
Best wishes.
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February 28, 2011
Answer: Arm Lift and Liposuction in Atlanta
Based on your description, it sound like you will benefit from redo liposuction and removal of the excess skin. This is a common procedure in my practice. I routinely combine liposuction with Brachioplasty (arm lift). The best advise for you is to see a board certified Plastic surgeon. Do your research well. Anyone can claim to be a cosmetic surgeon without surgical training.
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February 28, 2011
Answer: Arm Lift and Liposuction in Atlanta
Based on your description, it sound like you will benefit from redo liposuction and removal of the excess skin. This is a common procedure in my practice. I routinely combine liposuction with Brachioplasty (arm lift). The best advise for you is to see a board certified Plastic surgeon. Do your research well. Anyone can claim to be a cosmetic surgeon without surgical training.
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