What procedure will get rid of extra armpit fat/skin? (Photos)

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I've had extra fat/creases in my armpit area since birth. No matter my weight I have a "fat" armpit area. How do I get rid of it? What's the procedure called and price range? Could I combine the surgery with arm liposuction all in one session?

Ashley B. Robey, MD · Answer

I hear concerns about the armpit area frequently. For patients who have excess fat only, liposuction does a great job. For patients with excess fat and a moderate amount of excess skin, employing a modality to tighten the skin is beneficial. I use the BodyTite technology in these cases. For a more significant amount of skin and fat, direct excision may be the best choice.

Your photos suggest that the intermediate option may be optimal for you. Whereas I tend to treat this area in addition to multiple other areas at the same time, you could consider treating this area alone in the office setting. Multiple area of treatment are better suited for the operating room venue.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Option 1: An axillary (or armpit) incision can be used to remove a small ellipse of tissue. This arm lift is best utilized for patients who have loose skin confined to the arm pit area or uppermost aspect of the arm. The procedure can be combined with upper arm liposuction in the right patient to produce a dramatic improvement in upper arm contour. The scar remains hidden within the armpit.Options 2: You might be a good candidate for BodyTite with liposuction of the arms. BodyTite does not remove any fat, but it is capable of producing a 45% contraction in tissues.
Consult with a board certified PS via email or Skype to discuss which option would be best for you.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Getting liposuction of the arms and axillae(arm pits-front and back) under local would be so easy and dramatic results.  Add Bodytite RF at the same time. Cost is roughly $8000 for quality work and so worth it..

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this needs skin removal for the best results but if you want "improvement" you can do in office kybella (many treatments) or in procedure/surgery liposuction with internal heating like body tite or renuvion.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

This is very frequent condition seen in young females. Combination of fat tissue deposits and axillary breast tissue is most frequently the underlying condition. Aggressive liposuction and, in some cases, direct skin excision, are methods of treatment. Good luck.

What procedure will get rid of extra armpit fat/skin? (Photos)

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Answer: Armpit Bra Roll Fat and Skin -- bodytite/renuvion, VASER lipo, kybella

Answer: Armpit Bra Roll Fat and Skin -- bodytite/renuvion, VASER lipo, kybella

Answer: Axillary fold fullness

Answer: Axillary fold fullness

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What procedure will get rid of extra armpit fat/skin? (Photos)

Answers (9)

Answer: Armpit Bra Roll Fat and Skin -- bodytite/renuvion, VASER lipo, kybella

Answer: Armpit Bra Roll Fat and Skin -- bodytite/renuvion, VASER lipo, kybella

Answer: Axillary fold fullness

Answer: Axillary fold fullness

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