I am considering laser lipo for my arms. Is it the right procedure for me? (Photo)

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My weight does fluctuate by about 8-10lbs & I am at my heaviest right now but even when I am a small size US4 (UK 8) wearing 25/26 inch waist I still have upper arm fat despite having low fat elsewhere (my abs are visible). I often cannot get shirts to fit me well as they are too tight on the arms. I workout and lift weights but nothing too heavy. After reading posts here I am concerned about being left with loose skin and do not want to end up needing full arm lift over a small amount of fat.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

This is the only and best option for you. Make sure very small cannulas are used and significant time is spent with the laser in order to melt the fat and tighten the skin. Awake and relaxed is the best approach so to allow you to be completely numb and in all different arm positions in order to sculpt in all different angles.

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for the question, I have been very happy and so have patients with arm lip. The scar from an arm lift is very dramatic and I typically do it only in the setting of massive weight loss when there is almost no fat to remove and even the patient knows that lip would not work

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would have to examine you to determine if liposuction would be of benefit.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Daniel Levy, MD · Answer

Katiemac,Based on your photo, I see a small pocket of upper arm fat which should be easily contoured with a Smartlipo treatment.  You would need an exam to assess your skin tone and to estimate how much, if any, loose skin will be visible after the procedure.Good luck!

Jeffrey Umansky, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and photo. Without an exam it is difficult to give you an answer. The risk of needing an arm lift depends on the laxity of your skin. Laser lipo helps keep the tone tight, but will not turn loose skin into tight skin. I recommend you visit with a reputable board certified Plastic Surgeon who offers Smartlipo and can give you a better answer after examining you. Good luck!

I am considering laser lipo for my arms. Is it the right procedure for me? (Photo)

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Answer: Smartlipo works well for small pockets of upper arm fat

Answer: Smartlipo works well for small pockets of upper arm fat

Answer: Arm contouring

Answer: Arm contouring

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I am considering laser lipo for my arms. Is it the right procedure for me? (Photo)

Answers (9)

Answer: Smartlipo works well for small pockets of upper arm fat

Answer: Smartlipo works well for small pockets of upper arm fat

Answer: Arm contouring

Answer: Arm contouring

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