Can I have a back lift and arm lift together? (Photos)

You are an excellent candidate for both procedures. I believe you will have an excellent result. You could definitely combine these procedures; you can definitely do it together with the lower body lift as well. It’s a common combination of surgeries and I believe you will have a great outcome if you do it together or separately, but you’re definitely good candidate.

Absolutely, a back lift and an arm lift can be performed together. These procedures, under the care of an experienced surgeon, typically take around 6-8 hours. The back lift (or Torsoplasty) involves an incision across the back and removal of excess skin, while the arm lift (or Brachioplasty) involves liposuction and an incision from armpit to elbow. Drains are used in the back lift, usually removed after about a week. Recovery generally requires a period of 3-4 weeks, especially if your job involves physical activity.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Hello, you are an excellent candidate for arm and back lift, and yes, you can do both procedures at the same time, you are welcome to contact us and we would love to help you with this

Yes, you can consider having a back lift and arm lift together, but the question is really what is best for you. I encourage you to discuss your goals with a board certified plastic surgeon. Together you can select the appropriate procedures and order that best matches your goals.

Thank you for your question. I would first and foremost consult with a board certified plastic surgeon when you are considering so many large procedures on your body. And I would say NO, it is not safe to have a back lift and an arm lift at the same time. The amount of time under general anesthesia would be one factor, but your recovery is the next. So many invasive procedures would cause a high demand on your body during the post operative period and it would be likely you will have wound healing problems or blood clots. Stage your procedures, do the most important thing to you first so you can heal and actually enjoy the result. Be safe!

Thank you for your question. Based on your physical examination and the comfort of your surgeon it may be possible to combine back lift and arm lift procedures together. Please find an experienced Board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Hello! Thank you for your question. The decision to perform multiple elective body contouring procedures at the same time comes down to three things: (1) the health of the patient; (2) the duration/length of the overall surgery; and (3) the plastic surgeon. In other words, the answer would be "no" if the patient is unhealthy, the resulting surgery would be prolonged (which could place even a healthy patient at elevated risk for complications), or the plastic surgeon is not comfortable with performing the proposed procedures in one stage. For these reasons, it is essential that you schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in-person, address your concerns, and tailor an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck! 

Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.