I have been dieting for 10 months now and I've lost 45 lbs. I am otherwise healthy. No bp or cholesterol issues. I've had 2 children, one delivered via c-section. I'm never going to be "skinny", that is not my goal. I just truly hate my bat wings and my belly. They are an unsightly nuisance.
August 17, 2015
Answer: Arm lift arm reduction arm liposuction abdominoplasty multiple procedures recovery time tummy tuck Congratulations on your massive weight loss. You should be very proud of yourself!Based on your history, pictures and not a thorough physical examination, I think you would be a very good candidate for combined arm lift ( brachioplasty ) and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedures.During an arm lift or brachioplasty, excess arm fat is removed with liposuction. In addition, at the same time, excess arm skin and redundant fat is also surgically removed. Your resulting arm scar would extend from the armpit to the elbow. Your arm circumference should be reduced by 30 to 40%.During your abdominoplasty, an incision is made on your lower abdomen. Your abdominal muscles are tightened. The excess skin and fat for the pubic region to at least the top of the belly button is removed. The end result is a nice flat stomach.The arm lift or brachioplasty takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. The abdominoplasty or tummy tuck takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. If the procedures are combined, the procedure could take between six and eight hours. This depends on the amount of excess skin and fat that needs to be removed and the speed of your surgical team. Both procedures are performed under general anesthesia. If you plan to do both procedures at the same time, I would consider taking 2 to 3 weeks off from work.After your armlift surgery is important that you wear your arm compression garments for at least 6 to 8 weeks. After your abdominoplasty, it is important that you wear your abdominal compression garment for at least six weeks.I hope this answers your question regarding combined arm lift (brachioplasty) and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedures. Dr. Katzen
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August 17, 2015
Answer: Arm lift arm reduction arm liposuction abdominoplasty multiple procedures recovery time tummy tuck Congratulations on your massive weight loss. You should be very proud of yourself!Based on your history, pictures and not a thorough physical examination, I think you would be a very good candidate for combined arm lift ( brachioplasty ) and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedures.During an arm lift or brachioplasty, excess arm fat is removed with liposuction. In addition, at the same time, excess arm skin and redundant fat is also surgically removed. Your resulting arm scar would extend from the armpit to the elbow. Your arm circumference should be reduced by 30 to 40%.During your abdominoplasty, an incision is made on your lower abdomen. Your abdominal muscles are tightened. The excess skin and fat for the pubic region to at least the top of the belly button is removed. The end result is a nice flat stomach.The arm lift or brachioplasty takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. The abdominoplasty or tummy tuck takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. If the procedures are combined, the procedure could take between six and eight hours. This depends on the amount of excess skin and fat that needs to be removed and the speed of your surgical team. Both procedures are performed under general anesthesia. If you plan to do both procedures at the same time, I would consider taking 2 to 3 weeks off from work.After your armlift surgery is important that you wear your arm compression garments for at least 6 to 8 weeks. After your abdominoplasty, it is important that you wear your abdominal compression garment for at least six weeks.I hope this answers your question regarding combined arm lift (brachioplasty) and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedures. Dr. Katzen
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August 12, 2015
Answer: Surgery candidate Congratulations on your weight loss! Based on your photos you would be a good candidate for the procedures in question. It is best to wait until you are at or near your goal weight before proceeding with surgery in order to optimize the results. At that time I recommend visiting a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who can discuss the procedures with you in more detail. Best wishes!
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August 12, 2015
Answer: Surgery candidate Congratulations on your weight loss! Based on your photos you would be a good candidate for the procedures in question. It is best to wait until you are at or near your goal weight before proceeding with surgery in order to optimize the results. At that time I recommend visiting a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who can discuss the procedures with you in more detail. Best wishes!
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