As a male my arms are muscular but there's some fat. Some Drs say they'll lipo for more definition. Others say no. Why? (Photo)

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There is fat around my arms that is absolutely pinchable, with an inch between fingers. Each Dr. I've seen so far say's they think I'll get a great result from getting my full back, abdomen, and sides done. However most, but NOT all of them think that it's not worth getting my arms done. If a woman can get the fat removed, why can't a man? Yes, I agree, some of it is skin, but before I gained weight, my arms looked much better when I was in the same shape I am now.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I did 2 of these procedures this week.  If the physician doesn't have experience in doing arm contouring of course they will say its not worth it.  You need an examination to see if you are even a candidate.  It apperars from this picture that you have separation between the deltoids, triceps and biceps insertions so its hard to tell if more definition is possible.  An energy based device would be most beneficial and the use of micro, multi-hole cannulas superficially to create shadows and etches where you are looking to obtain more definition.  Adding fat to the shoulders will help make this look more pronounced.  Best, Dr. Emer.

George Marosan, MD · Answer

Your arms can be better defined with VASER liposuction. It is not a fat reduction, as in most women's arms, but muscle definition. I prefer to define the deltoid, triceps and sometimes the lower biceps area. The surgeons who say that you "fail" the pinch test, certainly are not familiar with VASER Hi Def liposuction to define the static and dynamic muscle anatomy. When I do VASER hi Def liposculpting on males for the abdomen, back, chest, I always include the arms. See a board certified plastic surgeon trained in this highly advanced body sculpting technique for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thanks for the question. It's difficult to tell if you are a good liposuction candidate through picture, but other factors contribute to your surgeons decision such as skin quality, the amount of fat beneath the skin, and the elasticity of the skin. You may not meet some of the criteria for some surgeons which may be why you have received mixed answers.All the best,Dr. Results

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

From the photographs I can't tell you anything but if you pinch the skin of the arm and there is an inch or greater between your two fingers liposuction might be of benefit. If not any contour issue is not a problem surplus fat.

Joseph Franklin, MD · Answer

Congratulations of your weight loss.  Agree, the pinch test is the traditional method to determine if you are a liposuction candidate.   The presence of loose skin does play an important factor.   Regardless, on properly selected candidates, liposuction can be successfully performed on the arms of both men and women.   In all honesty, trust the medical opinions that have been provided... "most... of them think that it's not worth getting... arms done."   These physicians are providing their expert medical advice.

As a male my arms are muscular but there's some fat. Some Drs say they'll lipo for more definition. Others say no. Why? (Photo)

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As a male my arms are muscular but there's some fat. Some Drs say they'll lipo for more definition. Others say no. Why? (Photo)

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Answer: Pinch test to decide if liposuction might be of benefit.

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