Arm Lift Basics: What You Need to Know to Get Started
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If you’ve been dieting and exercising without any results to reduce the appearance of your upper arms, then it may be time to consider arm lift surgery. This surgery can work to tighten sagging skin and supportive tissues in the upper arm to create a more sculpted appearance.
What is an Armlift?
Brachioplasty, known informally as an arm lift, is a type of cosmetic procedure that is intended to improve the appearance of the upper arm. This procedure involves tightening supportive tissue and sagging skin. In some cases, it can involve using liposuction to remove adipose tissue from the upper arm. Patients who have the surgery performed end up with tighter and more toned upper arms.
Arm lifts are well known to help solve the problem of bat wings, which develop in older individuals as a result of the natural aging process. This surgery is intended to tone when regular dieting and exercise haven’t worked.
What to Expect Before, During, and After the Procedure
Before you undergo your arm lift surgery, you’ll need to go in and get evaluated by a licensed professional like those at Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery. They will take your medical history and help you to create realistic goals for your surgery.
On the day of your surgery, you’ll be put under local or general anesthesia in order to numb the area throughout the procedure. Incisions will be made on the front or the back of the arms, depending on your surgeon’s preference. They will sew up supportive tissue and remove excess adipose tissue from the underarms. In some cases, liposuction will be used to better contour the arm into a more toned and sleek appearance.
Once the arm has been properly contoured, your surgeon will use sutures to close up the incision sites. Sterile gauze will be placed over the incision sites to help reduce your risk of infection and provide support for the treatment area. You can expect there to be visible bruising and swelling in the first couple of days following your procedure.
There will be slight discomfort for the first two weeks as the healing process takes hold. Patients will be able to notice significant changes in their upper arms immediately after surgery. However, the full effect of their surgery can only be seen after a couple of weeks when the swelling goes down completely. During this time, you should avoid participating in any strenuous activities and not bear any weight on your arms.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate?
An ideal candidate for arm lift surgery is a person who is at a stable and healthy weight. They don’t have any sort of chronic conditions and aren’t pregnant. These individuals have excess pockets of fat on the upper arm and sagging skin. These individuals will also have realistic expectations about the outcome of their procedure.
The Importance of a Professional Consultation
If you’re thinking about undergoing arm lift surgery, then you should consult a licensed professional. They will be able to answer questions like the average arm lift cost and help you create realistic expectations regarding the outcome of your surgery.
If you’ve been looking at arm lifts before and after, then it may be time to consider talking to a professional about undergoing the surgery. Not only will you be able to enhance the appearance of your upper arms, but you’ll also be able to regain self-confidence in your looks.
Schedule a Consultation with Us
We invite you to schedule a consultation with us at Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery Associates. Our team of professionals is ready to guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you make an informed decision. We look forward to assisting you on your journey.