"I had a breast reduction in January 2001. I went from an overflowing 40DD to a C cup. Prior to surgery I was told that some lipo is generally done given the shape of my breasts and where/how the reduction would be done. The lipo was to be done where the incision would stop beneath my arms and a small amount in the arm pit area itself. My reduction was covered by my insurance company since it was done for health reasons rather than cosmetic so the outcome causes me concern. Although the front of my breasts are noticeably smaller and are round for the most part, there does not appear to have been any lipo
and there are rather squarish protrusions where my breasts previously began. Because of this shape, many bras don't fit properly and I am much more self-concious than I was before when they were too large and in the beginning stages of drooping. I am a bit overweight but was told it wasn't enough to warrant any weight loss pre-surgery so i'm concerned that they will be square even if I do lose weight. Is there anything that can be done now and if so, what procedure and what might it cost me? I am leery of returning to the doctor that did the reduction."
This healthy 46 year old Cosmetic Surgery patient from North Georgia presented requesting improvement in the appearance of her upper arms. She desired a minimally invasive approach without scarring and with a quick recovery. Photos shown are before and about 3 months after Smartlipo laser contouring (laser liposuction) of the upper arms. Recovery for this procedure is about 5 days and there is typically little pain and mild bruising.
Arm Liposuction
30 year old, Female, 160 lbs, 5' 10, Medium skin tone
Performed by
Louis Cole, MD
(Duluth , GA)
Pt is a 30 year old patient operated on by Louis Cole, MD in Duluth, GA for localized upper arm adiposity. Patient underwent Smartlipo & Microcannular Power Assissted Liposuction. Patient is now much more comfortable in sleeveless tops.
This 55 year old female Cosmetic Surgery patient requested removal of excess fat from her upper arms that was resistant to exercise and diet. Photos are taken one month following liposuction of the upper arms.
