I am considering a breast, back and arm lift after weight loss, In which order should I. have these procedures done? (photos)

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I am 31years old, Female, 5ft 7 inches, currently 212lb and working towards being 165lbs. I had gastric sleeve in 2020 and lost 100lbs. In 2022 I had a 360 tummy tuck. I would like a breast lift, upper back lift and an arm lift. I dont want to have 3 procedures at once. Should i get a breastlift and upper back lift first or breastlift and arm lift? What is my best option?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear 19GiGi93,
I understand your concern. It is best however that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine whether you can have several aesthetic surgeries in one session, as this would depend on various factors including but not limited to your general health condition, the type of anesthesia that will be used, and the type of surgeries that will be performed among others.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

I would begin with your breasts using The Bellesoma Method.  This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.  At the same time, you could do your arms using a brachioplasty.  I would not recommend doing the back lift at the same time because you have to change positions after surgery and laying on your back would put pressure on the closer on the back.  After you have healed from the breast lift and arm lift, you can consider the back lift.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

In my experience, after massive weight loss, breasts and arms are commonly combined. This limits recovery to the upper body as a unit. Some of the axilla can be included with breast and arm lift, and may reduce the back area somewhat.

In my cases, the arm lift scar continues through the axilla and around the S curve into the breast lift.

If further back lift desired after healing, back lift can be performed at a later time.

An exam and consultation with your/a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Do the lift that you want to first. Most ladies chose the arm or breast lift first because that is what they see the most and it bothers them. Congratulations on your weight loss!

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