I Am Going to Have Skin Removal on my Stomach and Arms. Is It OK to Have Both Procedures Done at the Same Time?

August 8, 2013
Asked By:retiredliz

I am 2 1/2 years out from Bariatric Sleeve surgery. I am down 118 pounds. I am going to have skin removal on my stomach and arms. I would like to have both procedures done a the same time. Is this advisable? What would/could be the disadvantages. Thank you

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August 9, 2013

Answer: I Am Going to Have Skin Removal on my Stomach and Arms. Is It OK to Have Both Procedures Done at the Same Time?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 9, 2013

Answer: I Am Going to Have Skin Removal on my Stomach and Arms. Is It OK to Have Both Procedures Done at the Same Time?

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August 12, 2013

Answer: Bodylift and armlift

Kurtis Martin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 12, 2013

Answer: Bodylift and armlift

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August 18, 2013

Answer: Combined procedures

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Answer: Combined procedures

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