Do I need lipo on my bra rolls or is it just loose skin?

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I have a BBL scheduled in a few months and I'm worried about my back. My concern is that if I get lipo on my bra rolls , will my skin hang even more? I am 5'6 , 155 pounds. A couple years ago when I weighed 125 pounds I really didn't have those rolls. So I am hoping most of it is fat.

Robert Heck, MD, FACS · Answer

I would say you appear to have a combination of both. Liposuction will help decrease the amount of fat in this area and might be able to have the skin appear better. Your skin may or may not look better however. Cool Sculpting is also a great option for the bra line area if you want to try something non surgical first. Good luck!

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

It appears as though liposuction will be nice for you.  However, some patients need an upper back lift to remove excess skin.

Michael Brucker, MD · Answer

I get asked this question frequently and unfortunately, liposuction alone (regardless of technique--Coolsculpting, Vaser, tumescent, etc) will not tighten your skin to eliminate skin folds. Some skin retraction will occur but your back will not be smooth with liposuction only. For patients who can accept the scar, I perform liposuction with a midback lift which works very well to smooth the back and reduce the troublesome fat in that area. Liposuction alone, especially if performed aggressively, will only make the skin look looser and worse. Consult with board certified Plastic Surgeons who have extensive training in these procedures.  Best of luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You really need a hi definition procedure I suggest you see a VASER 4D sculpting physician. In this procedure we removel all the torso (including the bra and full back fat), arms, inner thighs fat ... define the stomach and use the fat to contour the buttock and/or breasts.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,You would need to be examined if liposuction would be effective in the bra strap area for you.Best of luck!

Jeffrey Umansky, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  It appears you have a combination of some localized fat and some loose skin on your back.  My approach to this problem is to perform liposuction in targeted areas, followed by SmartLipo to the skin to give the best chance of skin retraction.  Furthermore, I dissect the attachments of the rolls in an effort to create an hourglass curve.  This is often successful in providing a more aesthetic outcome. Despite these efforts, some patients are left with some loose skin.  I suggest you meet with a reputable Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to evaluate you in person and discuss your options.  Good luck!

Steven M. Camp, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and pictures.  You look like a great candidate for liposuction surgery.  Without a physical examination it is hard to tell how you skin will react to surgery and thus what type of recoil it possesses. Work with a board certified plastic surgeon for best results and communication. Cheers,Steven Camp MD#HappyCamperMD

Payam Jarrah-Nejad, MD, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for the question and the photos.Best would be in-office consultation to evaluate the amount of fat and skin in that area.  There are many technique to make improvement and options will be discussed to you by an experienced plastic surgeon.Please make sure you meet with a surgeon certified by the "American Board of Plastic Surgery" and preferably a is member of "The American Society Plastic Surgery " and The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery".  Would check her/his credentials, reviews, before and afters, expertise, artistic vision, and experience in this procedure.All the best,

Do I need lipo on my bra rolls or is it just loose skin?

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