Should I get arm and chin lipo with my BBL? (photos)

Question

I’m getting a BBL in August... Debating whether or not to add lipo to arms and chin. I am 5’4” and currently 165. Probably going to try to lose a few pounds before surgery, this is the heaviest I have ever been and I’m going for a natural look. I’ve heard mixed reviews about the effectiveness of lipo on arms and chin. Some say they can’t see any difference. And some say arm lipo will just cause saggy skin. Any thoughts?

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Alexa I appreciate your concern and confusion, however liposuction of the neck and arms, in the properly selected patient, can achieve wonderful results. It appears from your photographs that you are a good candidate, however physical examination would be needed to confirm this. There should be an option to add this to your BBL procedure. Discuss my recommendations with your board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

While you would need an in-person assessment to say for sure, it appears you would be a good candidate for liposuction of both the arms and the chin. Skin laxity can be a problem after either of these treatments, but if your skin doesn’t quite bounce back to the new contour, there are also non-surgical skin tightening treatments that can be used to put the finishing touches on your results. Choose a board-certified dermatologist for your procedure that is an expert in both the liposuction and BBL portions of your procedure to ensure you enjoy the best possible results afterward.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your questions and congratulations on your upcoming surgery.  In regards to adding your arms and chin, I do believe you would be a great candidate.  On the arms you will see some skin retraction and help slim the area down and the same for the chin area.  I would speak with your surgeon and see what their recommendations are.  Best of luck to you.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Recommend BodyTite and lipo on the arms and lipo on the chin. Having all three procedures performed at the same time is reasonable, but be sure that your board certified PS is an expert in all procedures and can complete the surgery in less than 6 hours.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. When planning a Brazilian butt lift, patients can look forward to a double benefit: reducing areas of unwanted fat while gaining a perkier, rounded posterior.  Each procedure must be planned according to the individual needs of patients, harvesting fat from target areas  of the torso, thighs and can also include the arms and chin. That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on your photo you appear to be a good candidate for this procedure. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.
Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Based on your pictures, you are a good candidate for standard liposuction, to improve your arms and chin, and I think you'll get very good results. 
In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or less.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Matthew A. DelMauro, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) Based on your photos, liposuction may be a good option for you to improve the shape and contour of your chin and arms and to achieve a more aesthetic silhouette. If you decide to pursue surgery it’s very important that you find a surgeon whom you are comfortable with and trust and who evaluates you in-person and tailors an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck!
Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.

Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for writing,Based on the limited photos it appears you may be good candidate. The person that is most important in this is what you think and what your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon think, I am sure you Surgeon will be honest with you. The advantage you surgeon has over me is that he has examined your skin and pockets of fat. I hope this helpsStephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
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Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,
  
Thank you for sharing the information, it is a pleasure for me to answer your question.
  
, Definitely the most appropriate is to start (liposuction ), you are a candidate perfect, for the procedure, with this you can eliminate all localized fat and flaccidity, you will get the best results and have a defined appearance according to your body.
It is advisable to consult with a certified plastic surgeon, for a good evaluation, to provide you with all the information you need to know about the appropriate recommendations, so that you can achieve the desired goals in your body.
  
I hope this answer will help you
  
My best wishes for you...