Can I get a combined abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, blepharoplasty with a BMI of 32?

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I would like to have an abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, arm lift, butt lift and blepharoplasty. I have lost 42 lbs and plateaued for several years now. I have a BMI of 32. I had a hysterectomy 14 years ago with a much higher BMI and had a panneculectomy at that time. It went well.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding whether you can undergo a combined abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, arm lift, and blepharoplasty with a BMI of 32. You can undergo multiple combined procedures at the same time. Combined procedures extend the surgical time and therefore, increase your chances of potential complications. However, it is important that multiple medical studies are done before your proposed surgeries to assess your medical health. If you are indeed healthy, you can undergo combined surgical procedures, even with a BMI of 32.  Ideally it would best if your BMI is under 30.  However, surgeries can still be performed with a BMI above 30. I would suggest you undergo staged procedures because I do not suggest you undergo the thigh lift and arm lift at the same time. The problem with undergoing arm lift and thigh lift at the same time is that all of your extremities are incapacitated.  That means getting to your bed and taking care of yourself in the bathroom is not ideal since both your arms and thighs have had surgery. In your case, I suggest a 360 circumferential lower body lift to be combined with thigh liposuction and a vertical medial thigh lift. That would include the abdominoplasty, buttock lift, buttock reduction, hip lift, thigh reduction, and thigh lift. In the second stage, I would combine the breast lift (mastopexy), arm lift (brachioplasty), and blepharoplasty. Either way, seek an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon. Thank you for your question whether you can undergo a combined abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, arm lift, and blepharoplasty with a BMI of 32. I specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss.  If you have any more questions regarding the lower body lift, 360 circumferential lower body lift, belt lipectomy, belt abdominoplasty, or belt dermolipectomy please contact my office. Since the body lift is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing the lower body lift. Do your research.  Make sure they have performed at least 100 circumferential lower body lift surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it.  Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.   If you cannot find an experienced, lower body lift surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on your indicated BMI, you are not an ideal candidate for liposuction. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.

Nick Slenkovich, MD · Answer

Our #1 priority is your safety. I will not perform surgery unless a patient has a BMI of 30 or below to ensure a successful and healthy plastic surgery journey. I would consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to come up with a plan for additional weight loss to lower BMI or to discuss your other goals and options. Good luck!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

These procedures can be combined in healthy patients who are at a safe BMI by a board certified plastic surgeon who is an expert at all of these procedures and can keep total surgical time under 6 hours.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

You must understand that safety is the most important in Surgery, specially in our field because you want to go back to your love ones safe and sound and we as doctors want the same.So because of safety your BMI must be below 30, your surgery should NOT be longer than 5-6 hours and that means to split surgeries in several stages: first the lower body lift (Tummy Tuck with butt lift), then probably breast and arms and finally thighs. Just have in mind 14 years  ago you was 14 years younger. 14 years after is not the same and the risk of serious complications is much higher after 40’sDr  Cardenas

Can I get a combined abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, blepharoplasty with a BMI of 32?

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Answer: Can I get a combined abdominoplasty, thigh lift, breast lift, blepharoplasty with a BMI of 32?

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