When and at what weight should I get a body lift? Should I go ahead with lipo now? I've scheduled a lift in 9 months.

August 6, 2015
Asked By:dr.gmr.25 in Lenexa, KS

I'm a 220 lbs, 5'9'', 32 y/o lady, down 100 lbs. I've been ~210 for 2+ yrs. My goal weight is 190, but I seem to maintain ~210 despite efforts. I got 2 opinions on a lift. 1 doctor said I had to have a BMI

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