Arm Liposuction with Renuvion vs Arm Lift - Best option for me? Not sure of Renuvion candidacy (Photo)

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I’ve had 2 consults to discuss arm lift VS lipo/Renuvion to avoid scars. Neither could definitively tell me if Id be a good or bad candidate for Renuvion. Both said maybe. I have some skin laxity and crepey-ness (Im 39yo, 5’5”, 167lbs, recently lost 28lb, want to lose about 10-15lb more). Always had big arms for my body. I felt good about the 2nd surgeon who said I could expect good results from an arm lift. But before I accept the scar, Id love a really experienced Renuvion surgeon’s thoughts.

Eric Wright, MD · Answer

For the most skin tightening to be obtained, the arm lift would be the best option.  Skin is removed during this surgery.  As you have mentioned, this requires an incision/scar.  The incision is typically placed along the inside part of your arm towards your elbow.    For some patients, they want to avoid having this scar.  In this scenario, liposuction/Renuvion is the best option.  No skin is removed, but below the skin tightening of the arm is performed with Renuvion.  
Younger patients with good skin quality do great with liposuction/Renuvion.  It is difficult to give you an answer based upon the photos alone of what results you could expect from either procedure. Nothing in the photos would rule out Renuvion.
Consider both options and discuss with your surgeon your goals.

Dr. Eric Wright

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

An arm lift will give you the most shrinkage and contouring but it obviously comes with a large scar. The scar is typically a deal breaker. Liposuction with renuvion will result in a smaller version of what you look like now but with the risk of some element of deflation of the skin. Although I expect improvements and satisfaction with radiofrequency-assisted liposuction of your arms, you will likely desire more of a result but knowing that it would require a brachioplasty scar. You can always undergo the lipo and see how you like it. If you desire more of a result then you could proceed with a brachioplasty later.

Jerimiah Mason, MD · Answer

I think arm lipo with renuvion is a reasonable option based on your photos. The arm lift will provide better results with the obvious downside of a long visible scar. At your age I would lean towards lipo and renuvion.

Carey Nease, MD · Answer

Based on the photos and your age, I think you would get a good result with a combination of liposuction and Renuvion for skin tightening. I've been using that device for about 3 years and get very nice results in most patients. The down time is very short and there are no scars. A Brachioplasty (upper arm lift) is also a good procedure but the scar is very visible and some patients don't heal well, especially near the armpit. You can also always do the arm lift down the road if you still have some loose skin that bothers you. Hope that helps!

Michael S. Kluska, DO · Answer

I use Renuvion everyday in my practice and very familiar with the results that are achievable in your situation. That said, if you want to avoid the scar, I would try Renuvion with liposuction first. Worst case scenario, you aren’t happy with the results you can always get the arm lift. Conversely, if you are happy&hellip; you avoided an unpleasant scar. An experienced surgeon who uses Renuvion should be able to help you achieve a good result. Good luck!

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