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Smart Lipo for Underarm Fat and Jiggle?

9055anonAug 21, 2010
I'm in my late 40's I have some underarm fat and jiggle/sagging which moves when I wave etc. Exercise does not seem to have any effect at all in this area. I'm not overweight. I just want to remove some of the fat and tighten this area. Will smart lipo help me? Will it tighten the skin? Is it safe? How much would it cost to treat this area?

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Dr. Daniel Levy, MD
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Dr. Daniel Levy, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answered on Aug 29, 2010
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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answered on Aug 23, 2010
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Dr. Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
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Dr. Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.6 | 30 Reviews
Answered on Aug 23, 2010
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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 29, 2010
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Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 23, 2010
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