Will Calf Reduction Surgery Improve My Ankles Too?

Calf reduction surgery is an effective way to improve the appearance of the lower legs. However, it may or may not improve the appearance of the ankles. There are several kinds of calf reduction surgery. Some only address the calf muscle itself. That will not improve the ankles. Patients may benefit from more attractive ankles if they opt for liposuction surgery. In the hands of a skilled surgeon, liposuction patients can see slimmer calves and ankles in a single surgery.

What Types of Calf Reduction Surgery Are Available?

There are multiple types of surgery available to reduce the size of the calves. Not all are equally effective, and not all address the same issues. Most will not improve the appearance of the ankles. The options include:

1) Botox

While not a surgery, Botox is one procedure that some patients choose to reduce calf size. The procedure involves injecting Botox into the calf muscle. The idea is to weaken the gastrocnemius muscle, causing it to shrink. It is non-invasive and speedy but only addresses the muscle. If patients have excess fat, this remains following the procedure. Therefore, the result may not be too impressive. Also, any benefits from Botox only last around four months, so patients require ongoing treatments.

2) Radiofrequency Nerve Ablation

This treatment uses radiofrequency to damage the nerves in the calf area, which eventually causes the calf muscle to shrink over time. Again, this treatment works only for those with large calves due to hypertrophied calf muscles. Also, patients need several treatments to see results.

3) Selective Neurectomy

Selective neurectomy produces similar results to radiofrequency nerve ablation. The difference is that the surgeon cuts the nerves to the calf. The result is permanent. Unfortunately, though, it’s impossible to guarantee an outcome. If patients have large calves due to fat, selective neurectomy cannot help. Also, some patients find they experience muscle hypertrophy as a response, worsening their problem.

4) Calf Muscle Resection

Calf muscle resection is an invasive surgery to cut away part of the calf muscle. Few surgeons offer it in the USA. It is a painful surgery that can produce unwanted side effects such as impaired mobility. Again, it doesn’t help if patients’ calves are large due to excess fat.

5)      Calf Liposuction

Calf liposuction is the only treatment for those with large calves due to excess fat. It permanently removes fat from the lower legs. Liposuction also involves sculpting the calf to produce an attractive shape.

Which Is the Most Effective Calf Reduction Surgery?

Liposuction is the most effective way to improve the appearance of the calves. It doesn’t involve cutting any nerves or removing any muscle. It is also the only option for those with large calves due to excess fat. The surgery permanently removes the fat. Therefore, as long as patients continue to live a healthy lifestyle, they can maintain the outcome in the long term.

Furthermore, a skilled surgeon will not only remove fat from the calves but also sculpt them to achieve attractive results. Unlike other forms of calf reduction procedure, it’s possible to predict the outcome quite accurately. Even if patients have large calves due to hypertrophied muscle, they often have excess fat, too. Removing this fat improves the appearance of their legs significantly.

Will Liposuction Improve My Ankles?

It’s possible to improve the appearance of the whole lower leg using liposuction. A skilled surgeon can remove excess fat from both the calf and ankle in one surgery. They can also sculpt the whole area to achieve a seamless and streamlined look with an attractive curve.

Can All Cosmetic Surgeons Treat the Calves and Ankles?

It is important to note that many cosmetic surgeons today offer liposuction for the lower legs. Unfortunately, though, not all produce equally good results. It is often difficult to treat the calves, and it’s especially tricky to treat the ankles. The reason for this is the delicate nature of the tissues as well as the curve of the leg. For this reason, you should always seek out treatment from a specialist. They have the expertise necessary to produce the desired outcome without any lumps, bumps, or unevenness.

A lot of cosmetic surgeons have experience in treating common areas like the stomach and thighs. Far fewer have experience in treating the lower legs. Those who do may not achieve flawless outcomes. Dr. Su at ArtLipo is the exception. He is a leading liposuction specialist with proven expertise in the field. He produces excellent outcomes for his patients, which you can see in our before and after gallery. If you’re considering having surgery to improve the shape and appearance of your calves, contact ArtLipo today. We can give you the advice and information that you need to make a well-informed decision. We can also arrange a consultation for you with our specialist, Dr. Su. Call or email us now to find out more.