Any recommended laser for skin tightening only stomach, flank, buttocks?

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I weigh 114 pounds and have possible 1/2 inch of loose skin from childbirth to include stretchmarks. I would like my skin tightened and lifted but cannot afford to lose much fat. I am told skin tightening does help the appearance of stretchmarks and I would like my skin tightened in all of the areas mentioned.Does exilis decrease fat because I cannot afford to lose any more weight I just want skin tightening, I am being told ultherapy would be very expensive for this area.

David Boudreault, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Kisonkison,Ultherapy is an excellent technology for lifting and tightening the skin in the face, neck and chest.  These are the areas that Ultherapy has indications for use (IFU) from the FDA.  Many practices are using the technology off label to treat loose skin on the abdomen, buttock, arms, legs and seeing good results.  It is important to consider that this does not have the same clinical data.  Also, many of these areas can be large, requiring more treatments and longer times.With regards to your stretch marks, I don't believe Ultherapy has any effect.  Your best bet is to see a plastic surgeon with experience in Ultherapy and body contouring to do a thorough consultation.  Most of my consultations for Ultherapy begin with addressing the specific issue, not the technology.Hope that helps.Best,Dr. B

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest a formal consultation there are options such as thermage, ultherapy, venus legacy/velashape, lasers.  But you may be a candidate for skin removal.  Please see an expert for a formal consultation.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Manjula Jegasothy, MD · Answer

Radiofrequency "laser" devices, such as Exilis® and Viora® do tighten skin without reducing fat. However Fraxel® laser is the current gold standard treatment for smoothing stretch marks. For a full evaluation and treatment plan, please consult a board certified aesthetic dermatologist for a consultation.

Matthew Elias, DO, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Ultherapy and Infini would be the best option for tightening without affecting fat. Ulthera is being off label in all of these areas with exceptional results and if you were to treat that many areas, your board certified Dermatologist should work with you to provide you a reasonable price point.  Regards, Dr. Matt Elias

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.You are correct as Ultherapy would be an expensive option but it would spare the adipose tissue.Read the Ultherapy ebook on the link below.Dr. Karamanoukian

Any recommended laser for skin tightening only stomach, flank, buttocks?

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