I have a gastric band and have lost 7.5 stone. I have been left with a very saggy belly and arms and I would like both procedures done together. I would like to know if this is possible and am hoping I wouldn't have to have any fluid out of my band beforehand. Will to travel anywhere but surgeon must be registered with proof of doing these surgeries many time. Thank you
July 26, 2022
Answer: Combined Procedure Recovery These procedures can be combined provided you are healthy enough and prepared for the recovery. I encourage you to ask very specific questions regarding post procedure care to make sure you have a good understanding of what your limitations will be during recovery.
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July 26, 2022
Answer: Combined Procedure Recovery These procedures can be combined provided you are healthy enough and prepared for the recovery. I encourage you to ask very specific questions regarding post procedure care to make sure you have a good understanding of what your limitations will be during recovery.
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September 14, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck and arm lift Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss. If you are healthy, it is very common and safe to perform a tummy tuck and arm lift in the same surgery. If you are an appropriate candidate, a tummy tuck be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. An arm lift can have dramatic results if you have loose skin. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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September 14, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck and arm lift Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss. If you are healthy, it is very common and safe to perform a tummy tuck and arm lift in the same surgery. If you are an appropriate candidate, a tummy tuck be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. An arm lift can have dramatic results if you have loose skin. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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