Would BodyTite help for flabby, crepey skin? (photos)

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64 yrs old. Surgeon told me that brachioplasty wouldn't help because the scarring may be ropey/red. Hernia repair 11/17 and this is how it healed. Surgeon doesn't want to take a chance. Runner-32yrs, lift 27yrs, bootcamp 3x weekworkout 6x wk. Have extremely flabby, creppy skin all over body. I value this Surgeon's opinion. Is there something else, like BodyTite? Don't want to waste my $ on lotions, potions procedures that promise but don't deliver or do even more damage. Any thoughts?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I have tried a lot of machines over the years, but I do think that there is merit to this device, which appears to have better skin tightening and much less possibility for burns.  BodyTite does not remove any fat, but it is capable of producing a 45% contraction in tissues.  It can be combined with liposuction to improve contours dramatically. Consult with a board certified PS who is an expert in using BodyTite.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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David Hansen, MD · Answer

Morpheus8 and BodyTite are the 2 procedures done together that really improves crepy skin and cellulite everywhere and looks natural. It is easy to undergo and makes a worthwhile improvement. Sincerely, Dr Hansen

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Nonsurgical options give only mild improvement compared to surgical lifting. Skin tightening can be done with a combination of Vanquish, truSculpt iD, Venus Legacy, Exilis, and Cellutone/Zwave. However for best results, an arm lifting procedure can be combined with a high definition procedure at the same time. I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

David P. Rapaport, MD, FACS · Answer

To address loose and crepey skin I often recommend a combination of BodyTite and Morpheus8 Radiofrequency Microneedling. A brachioplasty is considered the gold standard for taking care of loose skin in the arm area, however many patients do not desire the scarring or downtime that it entails. In the arm area, even on fit patients there can be a small amount of fat beneath the skin that drags it down as well to contribute to the sagging look or skin texture, so liposuction combined with the skin tightening procedures may be the most effective option, but this would need to be determined in person. If there is little to no fat in the area, pursuing BodyTite to the arms along with at least 3 treatments of Morpehus8 could give you a significant improvement. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to be evaluated in person and to discuss these ideas further.

Gilbert Lee, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions and photos. Body Tite is a technology that uses radiofrequency to shrinkwrap the tissues. It works by stimulating your own body to grow collagen. In general, it produces about a 30-40% improvement in skin tightening. Currently, the Body Tite machine is the best option for non-surgical skin tightening. I recommend you schedule a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon who has experience with the Body Tite machine. In our office, we offer 3D imaging to give our patients an accurate idea of what their final result will look like. Good luck!

James Fernau, MD, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question!

I believe would be a great candidate for BodyTite, as this will tighten and tone wrinkly, aging areas that don't go away with diet and exercise alone. Using fat coagulation and volumetric heating technology, BodyTite works in multiple ways to treat the affected area. It is a minimally invasive device that many patients are very satisfied with. Patience is a must though, as it takes about 6 months to one year to see results.

Please see my attached link which has more information on BodyTite, including a video at the bottom of the page. Please be sure to see a board-certified plastic surgeon you feel comfortable with. Best of luck!

James L. Fernau, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
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American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)
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Would BodyTite help for flabby, crepey skin? (photos)

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