Lipoplasty

Q:

I am a 53 year old female, and weigh 132 pounds. I have a classic pear shape, very lean from the waist up and large on the bottom with saddlebags and heavy thighs. I go to the gym four times a week participating in Body Pump classes and cardio workouts. I am considering a body contouring procedure but have some reservations regarding the safety of the procedure as well as the subsequent recovery. How much long term success can I expect from the surgery if I maintain my active gym schedule and are these procedures safe?

A:

Depending on skin elasticity and redundancy, you will benefit from a range of procedures starting with a thigh lift with liposuction to a lower body lift.

You appear to be healthy and lean; therefore you should have a very low complication rate, especially if you are a non-smoker. A visit with a board certified plastic surgeon will determine your best course for therapy. The results are usually well maintained.

Answered by: Edmond B. Cabbabe, M.D.
Saint Louis, MO

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