Best treatment for arm fat and skin tightening? (Photo)

Thank you for your question on what to do with your “man arms” or a large upper arm that are disproportionate with the rest of your body. Based on your history and your pictures. I would suggest VASER HI-DEF arm liposuction for your arm reduction procedure.  VASER HI-DEF not only melts the arm fat, but also heats the arm skin and maximizes arm skin contractility. In my opinion, VASER HI-DEF arm liposuction is the best form of arm liposuction. If you want to get even better results, I would suggest a mini-arm reduction or a crescent arm reduction. During a crescent arm reduction, a crescent area upper arm skin is removed, and the upper arm again is pulled tightly. Another form of arm reduction would be modified T or mini-brachioplasty. This would be a combination of the crescent arm lift with the short incision down the upper, inner arm. Whether it's VASER arm liposuction or the crescent arm lift or modified T arm lift, I would suggest you find an experienced plastic surgeon.    I perform all these arm reduction or arm lift procedures under general anesthesia. All these arm reduction procedures take approximately three to four hours to complete. If you undergo arm liposuction, plan on a 7 to 10 day recovery. If you plan on the crescent or modified T arm reduction, plan on 10 to 4 day recovery. I specialize in arm lifts.  I hope that I have answered your questions regarding your arm reduction.  If you have any more questions regarding arm liposuction, arm lift, arm reduction, or brachioplasty, please contact my office.   Please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing these types of arm lifts. Do your research.  Make sure your chosen plastic surgeon has performed at least 100 arm lifts.  Make sure they have the before and after pictures to prove it.  Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.  Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, International College of Surgery, and American Board of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

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Thank you for your questions and pictures. there are a few things I would suggest. First is less invasive which is Coolsculpting. This is a device that eliminates stubborn fat about 25% in one area but it docent tighten the skin. Some people need more than one treatment , and results take about three months to appear,  The other thing I would recommend which is more precise is liposuction paired with J plasma. Liposcuction is done through a very small incision and allows the removal of stubborn fat to contour the arm. The J plasma is a skin tightening device that uses heat to internally tighten the skin. I have seen great and immediate results from this combination procedure. I would consult in person with a board certified plastic surgeon to see which option is best for you. 

Thank you for your question.Based on your photos, I would recommend non-invasive skin tightening. This would help to tighten the skin without putting scars on the arms. You have good tone to the arms, so I do not think surgery is an option for you.

I recommend that you schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon who can determine if BodyTite would provide the results you are seeking.   With its ability to safely and precisely heat the soft tissue that is being contoured, BodyTite™ is gentle, safe, and effective and could provide superior skin tightening effects with no down time.

From the submitted photos your arms appear to be nicely contoured. If you want to address skin laxity you could consider Morpheus8. This treatment is performed in the office and can improve overall skin tone and texture. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.

Hi brookelook,
I know that your arms may bother you, but based on your pictures, I think your arms look gorgeous. I would not recommend getting anything done at this time. Blessings!

Thank you for your question and photos. Based on these photos, you might be a good candidate for Body Tite by InMode. It uses a radiofrequency loop to shrink wrap the tissues. Liposuction can be done with it to enhance results. I recommend you schedule a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon who has experience with the Body Tite system. In our office we offer our patients 3D imaging to give them an accurate idea of what their final result will look like. Good luck!