Is liposuction to the forearms very risky?

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I had liposuction on the upper arms, and am going to have an arm lift soon. These were staged because the arm fat was used for a fat transfer, and I felt it would have been too much to have the arm lift at that time. Now, my forearms look too big in comparison to my upper arms, which are now thinner with loose skin hanging over the elbow. Forearms will look huge after the arm lift if nothing is done to them. Is forearm liposuction dangerous, are there a lot of complications, with an arm lift?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would have to see pictures or examine you to make a determination.  I
would search for the board certified plastic surgeon who you feel is
most likely to give you the best results and who performs hundreds of
these procedures each year. I would look at patient reviews as well as
before and after photos on that surgeon's website.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Germán Newall, MD · Answer

I usually don't get requests for liposuction of the forearms. This can be risky as there isn't much fat in the forearms to liposuction as there is in the upper arms. Be sure to find a board certified plastic surgeon and visit for an in-person consultation. Best Wishes, Dr. Newall

Frank J. Ferraro, MD · Answer

The forearm is an unusual request to have liposuction. I would be extremely careful. In fact I discuss results with patients and would probably recommend to avoid the forearm.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

It is quite rare to liposuction, but I do not see any more risk than other parts of your body.  Choose a board certified plastic surgeon with lots of experience because the chance of contour irregularities exists because there is usually less subcutaneous fat in the forearms and the skin is not as loose as the upper arm./

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

There's no reason  the lower arm cannot be suction safely. However seldom is at a reservoir for surplus fat.

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