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The following two types of Arm Lift procedures are available:
Upper Arm Lift
The upper arm lift is a technique used to surgically remove excess skin that droops from the upper arm. In most cases, this skin is a result of rapid weight loss or loss of skin elasticity due to the natural aging process.
If the surplus skin on your upper arms keeps you from wearing your favorite clothes or wanting to raise your arms over your head, consider an arm lift to restore a youthful looking contour to your arms.
The upper arm lift operation begins with an incision along the arm. The location and length of the incision will vary depending on the amount of skin you wish to have removed, as well as the location of the excess skin flap. In the most extreme cases, the incision may extend from the armpit to the elbow to remove the maximum amount of skin. If you have excess fat on your arms, you may choose to combine your brachioplasty with liposuction for the best results.
After your arm lift, you will be bandaged and given a prescription for pain medication to ease your discomfort in the first few days after surgery. Keep in mind that a full arm lift is impossible to do without leaving a scar. In time, however, this scar will fade. Most patients feel that the benefits of brachioplasty far outweigh the scars left behind by the surgery.
Mini Arm Lift
The mini arm lift may be an option for patients who need only minor revision to the skin on their upper arms. The procedure for mini arm lift is similar to that of a full arm lift; excess skin and fat are removed to create a more pleasing appearance. The difference, however, is that in a mini arm lift, the incision is much smaller. In most cases, the surgeon can locate the scar in the armpit, where it is much less noticeable than down the length of the upper arm.
The mini arm lift procedure is usually used for patients who have lost a moderate amount of weight due to diet and exercise, or for those who have developed some excess skin through aging.
For more information, a phone consultation or to setup an appointment, please contact our Patient Care Coordinator, Beverly Brown-Osborn by email or by calling 972-239-6317 x134. |
