This accumulation of tissues may have developed as part of an individual’s genetics, lifestyle or a significant amount of weight loss. Typically, when the arms are elevated, the excess fat and skin appear to hang beneath the arms.
Dr Chaithan Reddy uses multiple surgical techniques to remove excess tissue from the arms to improve overall arm contour. In some cases, it primarily entails removal of excess skin and in other cases, stubborn fat is eliminated along with the excess skin. The surgical technique is typically tailored to the individual’s specific concerns. The surgical technique is routinely very effective in reducing arm circumference and addressing unwanted hanging skin and fat in this region.
The arm lift procedure
Arm lift surgery is also known as Brachioplasty. During the arm lift surgery (which is performed either under general anaesthesia), the excess skin and fat are removed from your arms. Often, the surgical technique involves the use of liposuction to help break up the fat while minimising potential injury to nerves or lymphatic channels. Following surgery, Dr Reddy will meet with you to see how you’re feeling, and to make sure that you are at ease and prepared for the recovery process. You can choose to leave the hospital on the day of the procedure or stay overnight. For more extensive arm lift procedures (often known as ‘extended brachioplasty’) overnight stay is arranged.
Arm Lift Incisions
Brachioplasty is a very effective way of removing the extra fat and skin from the arm region. The incisions range from ‘short scar’ to ‘traditional’ incisions, depending upon what needs to be achieved. If applicable, Dr Reddy may be able to limit the incisions to within the armpit region. Conversely, where skin excess is more notable, the length of the incisions are typically along the inner arm and the length of which is dictated by the amount of excess skin that needs to be removed. Choosing the wrong technique and utilising a small scar technique in more advanced cases will lead to puckering and ‘dog ears’. Dr Reddy has extensive experience in arm lift surgery, as a large part of his practice includes body contouring surgery. After examination during the consultation process, you will be advised on the most appropriate method to tackle your conerns. In advanced cases, particularly where significant amounts of skin removal after weight loss is needed, an extended brachioplasty can be undertaken to address the excess skin under the armpit and also along the side of the chest. This technique is very effective reducing and eliminating the fold of skin that typicaly bunches or hangs over the bra line. In select cases where the skin tone is preserved, and the problem is primarily stubborn fat, then liposuction alone may address your concerns. Dr Reddy will discuss the most appropriate method of brachioplasty at the time of the consultation, so you will have a clear idea of what is planned well prior to surgery.
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Arm lift surgery recovery
We recommend that you refrain from engaging in vigorous physical activities for a month after your surgery in order to minimise the risk of bruising, bleeding or swelling. We also advise you to take at least two weeks off work after your operation, but if your work is sedentary you may be able to return after one week if you prefer. A thin compression garment is routinely worn for six weeks to reduce swelling and promote healing.
Throughout the time that you are recovering from your arm lift surgery, you will come in for regular check-ups in order for us to monitor your progress. During your first visit, 5-7 days after the operation, we will remove your dressings and teach you how to tape the incision lines and care for your wounds.
Dr Reddy will also provide you with additional recovery tips that will help make the process much smoother.
Arm lift surgery results
The results of the arm lift surgery surgery will be immediately evident, with a noticeable difference in the contour of your arms once the surgical garment and dressings have been removed. Healing is complete once all bruising and the majority of swelling have subsided. Whilst good improvement in contour is often visible even in the first week, it can take up to 2-3 months for all of the swelling to resolve.
Combining Surgical Procedures
An arm lift is usually performed to eliminate loose, hanging skin from the upper arms. In some instances, the loose skin extends beyond the arm pit and down the side of the chest. In these cases, Dr Reddy can perform an extended brachiopasty and lateral chest lift to comprehensively address all of the affected areas. This can be very effective in addressing the loose skin that tends to bulge over the top of one’s side bra line.
If you’re a candidate for arm lift surgery (brachioplasty) surgery, it is possible to combine the surgery with other body contouring surgeries if desired. In patients who are undertaking skin removal surgery after weight loss, other surgeries that address adjacent areas of excess skin and stubborn fat, such as a breast lift, tummy tuck, or thigh lift may be undertaken providing your general health permits. Keep in mind that combining procedures will affect the duration of the surgery and the recovery time required.
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