I've lost over 150lbs since my gastric sleeve almost 8 years ago. I've fluctuated between 155-170lbs the past few years but have been maintaining around 158 the past few months. I need the following procedures to remove all the excess skin: arm lift, breast lift, lower body lift, and under chin lipo. My question is, where would you start? I hate my arms and thighs the most. can't go out in bathing suit.
Answer: Where to Start to Remove Excess Skin After 150+lbs Weight Loss Hello ShelMert in Deerfield Beach. Thank you for your question regarding where to start with excess skin removal after significant weight loss. First off, congratulations on your incredible weight loss! I recommend starting with the areas that bother you most. Given your situation, I understand that the arms and thighs are your biggest concerns. However, please note that recovery from surgery on both the arms and thighs can be very painful and challenging to manage simultaneously. If you have adequate support at home—someone to help with feeding, getting to the restroom, drinking water, taking medications, etc.—then it might be feasible to get both procedures done together, along with neck liposuction since that is a relatively small procedure to add on. For the next step, you could consider a body lift combined with a breast lift and augmentation, if that aligns with your goals. Good luck, and I hope I’ve answered your question regarding where to start with your skin removal journey. Sincerely, J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Where to Start to Remove Excess Skin After 150+lbs Weight Loss Hello ShelMert in Deerfield Beach. Thank you for your question regarding where to start with excess skin removal after significant weight loss. First off, congratulations on your incredible weight loss! I recommend starting with the areas that bother you most. Given your situation, I understand that the arms and thighs are your biggest concerns. However, please note that recovery from surgery on both the arms and thighs can be very painful and challenging to manage simultaneously. If you have adequate support at home—someone to help with feeding, getting to the restroom, drinking water, taking medications, etc.—then it might be feasible to get both procedures done together, along with neck liposuction since that is a relatively small procedure to add on. For the next step, you could consider a body lift combined with a breast lift and augmentation, if that aligns with your goals. Good luck, and I hope I’ve answered your question regarding where to start with your skin removal journey. Sincerely, J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Thank you for your question! The best way to start is precisely with what you feel bothers you the most in this case if it is arms thighs they can be done at the same time and in a separate session you can finish up tummy, tuck breast and arms! Would have to wait around 4 to 6 months in between the procedures once everything is healed to be able to submit to the second session. By the way, congratulations on the weight loss that is an amazing accomplishment!
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Answer: Thank you for your question! The best way to start is precisely with what you feel bothers you the most in this case if it is arms thighs they can be done at the same time and in a separate session you can finish up tummy, tuck breast and arms! Would have to wait around 4 to 6 months in between the procedures once everything is healed to be able to submit to the second session. By the way, congratulations on the weight loss that is an amazing accomplishment!
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July 24, 2024
Answer: Surgery after weight loss Congratulations on your successful weight loss! I would recommend prioritizing your wants. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Your surgeries will be staged for safety. Wish you the best of luck!
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July 24, 2024
Answer: Surgery after weight loss Congratulations on your successful weight loss! I would recommend prioritizing your wants. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Your surgeries will be staged for safety. Wish you the best of luck!
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July 21, 2024
Answer: Where to start Great question and certainly a personal one. I tell all my patients to start with what bothers them the most. There are combinations however that make sense in recovery. For upper body:Breast lift with arm lift. Can do lipo under chin as well For lower body:Abdominoplasty with thigh lift. Separate the procedures by 6 months.Hope this helps.
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July 21, 2024
Answer: Where to start Great question and certainly a personal one. I tell all my patients to start with what bothers them the most. There are combinations however that make sense in recovery. For upper body:Breast lift with arm lift. Can do lipo under chin as well For lower body:Abdominoplasty with thigh lift. Separate the procedures by 6 months.Hope this helps.
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June 15, 2024
Answer: Plastic surgery after major weight loss Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! It's great that you understand that the procedures that interest you should be broken into stages for your safety as well as to achieve optimal results. There is no right or wrong place to begin, so you can start where you have the greatest concerns. Some procedures go more naturally together such as breasts and the tummy tuck. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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June 15, 2024
Answer: Plastic surgery after major weight loss Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! It's great that you understand that the procedures that interest you should be broken into stages for your safety as well as to achieve optimal results. There is no right or wrong place to begin, so you can start where you have the greatest concerns. Some procedures go more naturally together such as breasts and the tummy tuck. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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June 14, 2024
Answer: Excess skin Thank you for the question! If the excess skin on your arms and legs bother you the most then that is what I would recommend that you start with. A brachioplasty and thigh lift can safely be done in one procedure. There are multiple different procedures that can safely be done in one procedure. I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so you can make a surgical plan that meets your goals.
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June 14, 2024
Answer: Excess skin Thank you for the question! If the excess skin on your arms and legs bother you the most then that is what I would recommend that you start with. A brachioplasty and thigh lift can safely be done in one procedure. There are multiple different procedures that can safely be done in one procedure. I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so you can make a surgical plan that meets your goals.
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