Are there any alternative to back lift because I do not want that scar across my back. Ive heard of lateral lift where they lift your sides or a partial back lift where the scar isn't across your back. Can someone explain my options
October 20, 2017
Answer: Back lift Thank you for your question and based on your picture, I believe surgery is your best option at this time you seem to have a lot of excess skin to be removed for a much better result, consult carefully with a board certified PS best of luck!
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October 20, 2017
Answer: Back lift Thank you for your question and based on your picture, I believe surgery is your best option at this time you seem to have a lot of excess skin to be removed for a much better result, consult carefully with a board certified PS best of luck!
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May 23, 2021
Answer: Torsoplasty back lift vertical torsoplasty stealth vertical torsoplasty horizontal back lift bra strap lift hour glassing HI Ybanks89, Thank you for you your question regarding a back lift. Thank yo for the pictures of your back. basically, there are two types of back lifts: vertical and horizontal. The vertical back lift is also called the vertical stealth back lift. In your case, the incision goes from the arm pit down the sides and extends to the top of your hip bone (superior iliac crest). An elliptical area of skin and fat is removed. Usually, the vertical stealth torsoplasty scar is hidden when your arms are by your sides. The horizontal torsoplasty is also called a bra strap torsoplasty or upper body lift. This scar goes across the upper back. In most cases, the horizontal torsoplasty gives a better back lift, but the scar is much more visible. Usually, it's a trade off between the better lift and a more visible scar vs. not as good a lift and a more hidden scar. In your case, you would get the best result with a scar that goes across your back like a bra strap torsoplasty or upper body lift. However, if you cannot live with the back scar from a bra torsoplasty, I get it. many patients cannot tolerate that scar. if that is the case, please proceed with the vertical stealth torsoplasty. Thank you for your question regarding the back lift. I hope I have answered your questions regarding the difference between the vertical and the horizontal torsoplasty. If you have any more questions regarding the backlifts or torsoplasties, please contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen.
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May 23, 2021
Answer: Torsoplasty back lift vertical torsoplasty stealth vertical torsoplasty horizontal back lift bra strap lift hour glassing HI Ybanks89, Thank you for you your question regarding a back lift. Thank yo for the pictures of your back. basically, there are two types of back lifts: vertical and horizontal. The vertical back lift is also called the vertical stealth back lift. In your case, the incision goes from the arm pit down the sides and extends to the top of your hip bone (superior iliac crest). An elliptical area of skin and fat is removed. Usually, the vertical stealth torsoplasty scar is hidden when your arms are by your sides. The horizontal torsoplasty is also called a bra strap torsoplasty or upper body lift. This scar goes across the upper back. In most cases, the horizontal torsoplasty gives a better back lift, but the scar is much more visible. Usually, it's a trade off between the better lift and a more visible scar vs. not as good a lift and a more hidden scar. In your case, you would get the best result with a scar that goes across your back like a bra strap torsoplasty or upper body lift. However, if you cannot live with the back scar from a bra torsoplasty, I get it. many patients cannot tolerate that scar. if that is the case, please proceed with the vertical stealth torsoplasty. Thank you for your question regarding the back lift. I hope I have answered your questions regarding the difference between the vertical and the horizontal torsoplasty. If you have any more questions regarding the backlifts or torsoplasties, please contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen.
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