Arm lift surgery
An arm lift cosmetic surgery, or brachioplasty, may be an excellent option for people with loose skin on their upper arms. In this body contouring surgery, the plastic surgeon will trim away excess, hanging skin, and eliminate stubborn fatty pockets.
They will pull the arm skin taut to enable it to conform to the new arm contours. The patient will emerge from the procedure looking more youthful and fitter, with arms that complement the rest of their figure.
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bram Kaufman provides upper arm lift to patients in Beachwood, Pepper Pike, Cleveland, OH, and surrounding locations.
Who should choose Brachioplasty?
Brachioplasty may be a suitable treatment option for people who have recently lost a significant amount of weight after bariatric surgery or due to diet and exercise. It is also an effective treatment for signs of aging in the upper arms.
There are various surgical techniques that can be used to undertake the procedure, including a traditional upper arm lift and a mini-arm lift.
The surgeon will assist the patient in identifying the most appropriate solution for their unique arm anatomy and cosmetic needs.
Regardless of the type of arm lift technique chosen, the treatment can have a dramatic effect on the patient’s overall appearance. Many people discover that even a slight change in the appearance of the arms can make the entire body look visibly sleeker and younger.
Similar to many other cosmetic surgery procedures, the patient may choose to undergo brachioplasty on its own or along with other procedures as a part of a more comprehensive treatment plan. Many patients choose arm lift surgery in combination with procedures such as breast lift, thigh lift, abdominoplasty, breast augmentation, brow lift, and neck lift.
Good Candidates
While there is no such thing as a “perfect” candidate for any cosmetic surgery procedure, there are some attributes that distinguish typical brachioplasty candidates.
Weight
If a person has recently lost a substantial amount of weight through bariatric surgery or if pregnancy has caused them to put on and lose weight over a period, they may be unhappy about sagging, excess skin along their upper arms. Such people may be ideal candidates for a brachioplasty.
But an individual should be at a stable weight prior to receiving this procedure. Further weight loss could leave them with more loose skin, compromising the outcomes of the arm lift surgery.
Age
While adults of all ages may be eligible for brachioplasty, good skin elasticity will be necessary for optimal results. In addition, the patient should be able to cope with anesthesia.
For patients over the age of 65 years, the surgeon may order some extra tests prior to approving them for brachioplasty. This procedure usually presents very few risks for healthy, approved patients.
Additional Considerations
To qualify for brachioplasty, the patient should:
- Be in good overall health
- Be a non-smoker
- Have reasonable expectations about the outcomes of their surgery
The only way to establish an individual as a candidate for arm lift surgery is to schedule a consultation with an experienced and reliable plastic surgeon. Plastic surgeon Dr. Bram Kaufman receives patients from Beachwood, Pepper Pike, Cleveland, OH, and nearby areas for upper arm lift surgery.
To learn more about cosmetic treatment and procedures or to schedule a consultation by Cleveland Ohio area plastic surgeon, Dr. Bram Kaufman, please contact us at 1-216-778-2245 or click here.