Brachioplasty
Brachioplasty Overview
Brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is a surgical body contouring procedure designed to reshape the upper arm by removing excess skin, tightening supportive tissue, and reducing stubborn pockets of fat when needed. The procedure focuses on the underside of the upper arm, typically from the underarm area toward the elbow.
Brachioplasty is often chosen by patients who have loose or sagging upper arm skin due to weight loss, aging, genetics, or changes in skin elasticity. While exercise can strengthen and tone the arm muscles, it cannot remove excess loose skin.
Types of brachioplasty procedures offered
Brachioplasty can be customized depending on the amount of excess skin, the location of the loose tissue, the amount of fat present, and each patient’s goals. Incision length and pattern depend on the amount and location of skin being removed.
Traditional Brachioplasty
A traditional arm lift removes excess skin from the upper arm and tightens the remaining tissue to create a smoother contour. This is commonly used for patients with moderate to significant loose skin.
Extended Brachioplasty
An extended arm lift may be recommended for patients with more significant excess skin, especially after major weight loss. In some cases, the incision may extend beyond the upper arm toward the underarm or side of the chest, depending on the amount of tissue that needs to be removed.
Limited-Incision Brachioplasty
A limited-incision arm lift may be an option for patients with a smaller amount of loose skin near the underarm. This technique may use a shorter incision when appropriate.
Liposuction-Assisted Brachioplasty
Some patients benefit from liposuction in combination with brachioplasty to remove excess fat and improve arm contour. Liposuction may be performed during brachioplasty when fat reduction is needed along with skin tightening.
Each brachioplasty procedure has its advantages and disadvantages. Schedule your appointment today with a surgeon to discuss your goals and determine which arm lift option may be right for you.
Common benefits our brachioplasty patients report
Here are some common things patients may report after having arm lift surgery:
- More confidence wearing sleeveless shirts
- More comfortable wearing fitted tops
- Improved upper arm shape
- Less hanging or loose skin under the arms
- A smoother arm contour
Better fit in shirts, jackets, and dresses - Less self-consciousness when raising the arms
Improved comfort in warm-weather clothing - Feeling more confident after weight loss
- Improved ability to show weight loss results
- Less rubbing or irritation from excess arm skin
- More proportionate arm appearance
- More confidence in photos
- Feeling more comfortable at the gym or pool
- Improved motivation to maintain weight loss
- A more toned-looking upper arm contour
Many patients seek brachioplasty because excess skin can make them feel self-conscious even after successful weight loss. Arm lift results can create a trimmer upper arm appearance, and many people feel more comfortable in sleeveless shirts, form-fitting tops, and swimsuits after surgery.
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