I am a healthy 50 year old. The women in my family carry excessive weight in their calves. They have always been disproportionate to my thighs. I'm looking for options (both invasive and non) for reducing (they are about 50/50 fat and muscle). What is the best procedure for the money? I haven'"t worn dresses for 10-15 years.
Answer: Calf treatments Thanks for your question and the photo you provided. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to make sure you have a safe surgery plan. You can consider liposuction to remove fat and botox to the calf muscle to reduce its size. Good luck!
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Answer: Calf treatments Thanks for your question and the photo you provided. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to make sure you have a safe surgery plan. You can consider liposuction to remove fat and botox to the calf muscle to reduce its size. Good luck!
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December 27, 2021
Answer: Calf liposuction Calves don't respond well do liposuction due to the paucity of fat and depending position and prolonged swelling in the lower extremity. If you do consider liposuction I'd suggest VASER and a small cannula. I've also had some good results with Kybella but it does require multiple vials/session.
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December 27, 2021
Answer: Calf liposuction Calves don't respond well do liposuction due to the paucity of fat and depending position and prolonged swelling in the lower extremity. If you do consider liposuction I'd suggest VASER and a small cannula. I've also had some good results with Kybella but it does require multiple vials/session.
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Answer: Calf contouring Thank you for your question and for sharing your photo. It is difficult to say without examining you. Many women are bothered by the appearance of their calf/ankle area and have what is sometimes referred to as “cankles.” Fortunately, it is possible to reduce the size of your calves/ankles with liposuction. I use a combination of liposuction techniques, including SmartLipo or laser liposuction, power-assisted liposuction, and regular liposuction using very fine cannulas inserted through small incisions to sculpt and shape the lower leg. I perform this surgery in our fully-accredited operating room under IV sedation as an outpatient procedure. There is some discomfort with any surgery, but patients are able to walk right away. You will need to wear a compression garment after surgery to help with bruising and swelling and I also include a special light touch lymphatic massage after surgery to help with healing and recovery. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who is familiar with performing lower leg liposuction/liposculpture to discuss your options.
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Answer: Calf contouring Thank you for your question and for sharing your photo. It is difficult to say without examining you. Many women are bothered by the appearance of their calf/ankle area and have what is sometimes referred to as “cankles.” Fortunately, it is possible to reduce the size of your calves/ankles with liposuction. I use a combination of liposuction techniques, including SmartLipo or laser liposuction, power-assisted liposuction, and regular liposuction using very fine cannulas inserted through small incisions to sculpt and shape the lower leg. I perform this surgery in our fully-accredited operating room under IV sedation as an outpatient procedure. There is some discomfort with any surgery, but patients are able to walk right away. You will need to wear a compression garment after surgery to help with bruising and swelling and I also include a special light touch lymphatic massage after surgery to help with healing and recovery. I recommend you meet with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who is familiar with performing lower leg liposuction/liposculpture to discuss your options.
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February 6, 2023
Answer: Liposuction for Large Calves Liposuction is the gold standard for treatment of large calves and ankles and generally provides excellent results.
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February 6, 2023
Answer: Liposuction for Large Calves Liposuction is the gold standard for treatment of large calves and ankles and generally provides excellent results.
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October 28, 2022
Answer: Calf reduction Thank you for sharing your photos! Although it is difficult to say without an in person examination, liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the bulge that some people have in their calves and ankles and restore a more shapely leg. Unlike other areas of the body the ankles and calves require a certain delicacy which is why I use several innovative forms of liposuction, including SmartLipo, to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. SmartLipo, used in combination with other forms of liposuction or alone, is a procedure that uses laser light to liquefy fat and tighten the surrounding skin. It’s thought to involve less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction and is particularly good for small areas of fat deposits like the ankles. New technology that's gentler and faster than ever before not only allows the removal of fat, but also resculpts the legs. When looking for a surgeon for something very specific, such as liposuction of the calves and ankles, it is important to find a doctor who routinely performs the procedure and who can show you before and after pictures of patients that they have operated on. These images will not only give you a sense of the surgeon’s skill, but will help you to better visualize the procedure for yourself. I suggest making an appointment with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can explain in detail to you what your options are.
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October 28, 2022
Answer: Calf reduction Thank you for sharing your photos! Although it is difficult to say without an in person examination, liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the bulge that some people have in their calves and ankles and restore a more shapely leg. Unlike other areas of the body the ankles and calves require a certain delicacy which is why I use several innovative forms of liposuction, including SmartLipo, to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. SmartLipo, used in combination with other forms of liposuction or alone, is a procedure that uses laser light to liquefy fat and tighten the surrounding skin. It’s thought to involve less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction and is particularly good for small areas of fat deposits like the ankles. New technology that's gentler and faster than ever before not only allows the removal of fat, but also resculpts the legs. When looking for a surgeon for something very specific, such as liposuction of the calves and ankles, it is important to find a doctor who routinely performs the procedure and who can show you before and after pictures of patients that they have operated on. These images will not only give you a sense of the surgeon’s skill, but will help you to better visualize the procedure for yourself. I suggest making an appointment with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can explain in detail to you what your options are.
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