What are my options for arm fat removal?

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71 yr old senior female. 50 lbs overweight non insulin diabetic

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding what your options are for fat removal. They are 71 years old and approximately 50 lbs overweight with non-insulin-dependent diabetes. First, a physical examination and consultation would need to be established. In general, there are several ways to make the arm smaller. If you are only concerned about removing fat, I suggest arm liposuction. This can be done with either traditional or micro air power-assisted liposuction or VASER liposuction. However, your skin is probably elastic due to your age and will not bounce back. Therefore you will probably do best with an arm lift or brachioplasty. There are three types of upper arm lifts. There is a crescent, modified T, and longitudinal upper brachioplasty. During a crescent, a crescent area of skin and fat is removed high up in the upper inner arm. The advantage of a crescent arm lift is that the arm is hidden. The main disadvantage of a crescent arm lift is that not much skin is removed from the arm. A. modified T incision combines the crescent arm lift mentioned above with an incision slightly down the inner arm. The resulting pattern is in the shape of a letter T. Much like the crescent arm lift; a modified T incision results are hampered by the inability to remove significant skin. The ultimate arm treatment would be a longitudinal brachioplasty. During this procedure, typically, arm liposuction is performed, and an incision is made from the armpit to the elbow. A large elliptical of skin and fat is then removed. Depending on the selected method, these procedures take approximately 2-4 hours. These procedures are done under general anesthesia and are performed on an outpatient basis. Thank you for your question regarding your options for arm fat removal.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding arm fat removal. Liposuction is an option for fat removal; however an arm lift (or brachioplasty) will be a procedure that removes both fat and excess skin. To be sure, see two or more experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have an arm lift. I hope this helps

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

An in person examination is always best to discuss your goals for surgery, medical history and concerns.  In general, candidates can consider liposuction or an arm lift to address excess fatty tissue.  Based on the information given you will need to have your diabetes well controlled, be in general good health, and otherwise a candidate for the procedures that interest you.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Imaginative940653,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Liposuction, with or without radiofrequency skin tightening like Renuvion, would probably do very well for you. Please visit with a plastic surgeon.

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