Arm
Lift
Brachioplasty
An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, reshapes the under portion of the upper arm from the underarm region to the elbow
INTRODUCTION
What is an arm lift?
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure that:
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Reduces excess sagging skin that droops downward
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Tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arm
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Reduces localized pockets of fat in the upper arm region
Fluctuations in weight, growing older and heredity can cause your upper arms to have a drooping, sagging appearance. This is a condition that cannot be corrected through exercise.
Arm lift surgery may be right for you if the underside of your upper arms are sagging or appear loose and full due to excess skin and fat.
Who is a good candidate for
arm lift surgery?
In general, arm lift candidates include:
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Adults with significant upper arm skin laxity
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Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight
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Healthy individuals without medical conditions that impair healing or increase risk of surgery
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Nonsmokers
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Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations
Your Health & Safety
Before undergoing surgery requiring sedation or general anesthesia, a full medical history including diagnostic tests is recommended. Part of this medical history requires that you provide candid answers to questions about your general state of health, including:
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A full disclosure of health history including any illness, prior surgery of any kind and complications from prior surgery
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All types of allergies and any reaction to prior anesthesia
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Current medications, the use of vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco and drugs
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The use of oral contraceptives by women
Before surgery, you must follow all of your plastic surgeon's instructions. This may include:
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Cessation of smoking
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Stop taking certain types of medications that may increase your risk of abnormal bleeding
On the day of surgery, you may be asked to:
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Avoid eating or drinking anything within a defined time period prior to surgery
Follow all postoperative instructions carefully, including cleansing and at-home treatment regimens, and avoid sun exposure. Your cooperation will influence the outcome of your surgery.
