What type of surgery will help with extra underarm skin? (photo)

Question

I had my breast augmentation in 2016. I have extra skin or something under my arm? No major weight loss just 6lb kids. What is a type of surgery to have this done.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Matthew Peters, BSc, MBBS, FRACS (Plast) · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question and photo.
This is a difficult region as we need enough skin laxity to move our upper limb, yet too much can pose issues with our clothing options.
You do need to be assessed in person by an appropriately-qualified plastic surgeon to determine what option(s) might suit you best.  Non-surgical skin tightening could be beneficial, as could various modalities of liposuction or even surgical excision of the skin excess with placement of a scar in one of your transverse axillary skin lines. Work through your specific concern with the practitioner, and don't be afraid to seek a second opinion if you think it is necessary.
Kind regards,
Dr Matthew Peters

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, it is difficult to make a thorough assessment from a single photo. It is possible you might need some liposuction to remove stubborn fat in this area first, which would create a smoother contour. I offer the Awake lipo technique, which is done using local anesthetic and requires minimal downtime afterward. 
You may also benefit from a skin tightening treatment like ThermiTight. This procedure uses radiofrequency energy to heat and firm the dermal tissue. The RF energy is delivered via small probes that allow for deeper delivery for optimal results. I recommend scheduling an in-person assessment with a board-certified dermatologist who can examine you and create a customized treatment plan that meets your needs best.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You need a formal evaluation by an expert in body shaping and contouring to determine what is best. I use VASER HI-DEF Liposculpture with ThermiRF, Renuvion, InMode BodyTite, and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned, sculpted arms. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Scott Moradian, DO · Answer

Liposuction-  a technique in cosmetic surgery for removing excess fat from under the skin by suction.

What type of surgery will help with extra underarm skin? (photo)

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