Arm Lift Beverly Hills

An arm lift offers several benefits, including:

• Improved appearance: An arm lift can help restore a more youthful and toned appearance to the upper arms, boosting self-confidence and self-esteem.
• Enhanced comfort: Excess skin and fat in the upper arms can cause discomfort and irritation, especially when wearing certain clothing. An arm lift can help alleviate these issues.
• Increased mobility: By removing excess skin and fat, an arm lift can improve mobility and flexibility in the upper arms.
• Long-lasting results: The results of an arm lift can last for many years, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking a more attractive and youthful appearance.

What is an Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) for Upper Arms in Beverly Hills?

Excess skin and fat of the upper arm is frequently stubborn and difficult to lose.

In particular, for patients with a history of massive weight loss, the loose and redundant skin of the upper arm will never be removed with diet and exercise.

An arm lift surgery, also known as brachioplasty, is a body surgery designed to remove this excess skin and fat of the upper arm.

After surgery, the arms will have a smaller, smoother, and sleeker contour.

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• Increased mobility: By removing excess skin and fat, an arm lift can improve mobility and flexibility in the upper arms. This is particularly beneficial for patients who have experienced significant weight loss and are looking to remove excess fat and achieve a tighter, more youthful appearance.

Who is a Candidate for a Beverly Hills Armlift?

Ideal candidates for an arm lift in Beverly Hills are individuals who:

• Have excess skin and fat in the upper arm area
• Have experienced significant weight loss or aging
• Are in good overall health
• Have realistic expectations about the procedure and its results
• Are non-smokers or willing to quit smoking for a period of time before and after the procedure

How is a Brachioplasty Performed?

A brachioplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation.

The procedure involves making an incision in the upper arm area, usually from the armpit to the elbow, to remove excess skin and fat.

The incision is designed to be as discreet as possible, and the surgeon will take care to minimize scarring.

The procedure can take anywhere from 1-3 hours to complete, depending on the extent of the surgery.

Arm Lift Techniques

There are several arm lift techniques that can be used, depending on the individual’s needs and goals. These include:

• Traditional Arm Lift: This is the most common technique, which involves making an incision from the armpit to the elbow to remove excess skin and fat.
• Mini Arm Lift: This technique is used for individuals who only need a small amount of skin removed. The incision is made in the armpit area, and the procedure is less invasive than a traditional arm lift.
• Extended Arm Lift: This technique is used for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss or have a large amount of excess skin and fat in the upper arm area. The incision is made from the armpit to the elbow, and the procedure is more extensive than a traditional arm lift.

Who is a Candidate for a Beverly Hills Armlift?

You may want to consider a brachioplasty if you have:

• Excess and lax skin of the upper arm from massive weight loss, aging, or genetics, often referred to as bat wings
• Excess fat deposits on the underside of the upper arm that are resistant to diet and exercise
• Excess fat and skin of the upper arm that make it difficult to wear appropriately sized clothes

As with all body contouring procedures, the ideal patient has been stable at their goal weight and does not have plans for future weight loss.

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How is a Brachioplasty Performed to Remove Excess Skin?

A brachioplasty can be performed in various manners:

• Liposuction only – In this procedure, liposuction cannulas are inserted into the upper arm and the stubborn fat deposits of the upper arm are removed. This procedure leaves only small liposuction incisions on the arm. The best candidates for this procedure are younger patients without a history of massive weight loss, who have good skin elasticity without skin excess.
• Limited scar brachioplasty – In this procedure, a single incision is placed in the armpit. Excess upper arm skin is removed through this incision. Liposuction can also be used to assist with removal of excess fat in the upper arm. Good candidates for this procedure have only a small to moderate amount of excess skin.
• Traditional brachioplasty – In a traditional brachioplasty, a long incision is placed on the inner surface of the upper arm. The incision continues into the armpit area and sometimes onto the upper chest wall. Excess skin from the entire upper arm and armpit can be excised with this technique. A single drain will be placed in each arm. This technique can also be combined with liposuction if required. Traditional brachioplasty is the procedure of choice for patients with a history of massive weight loss or with extreme redundancy and laxity of the upper arm skin, addressing issues such as hanging skin.

Arm Lift Beverly Hills Risks for Sagging Skin

All surgery is associated with risks.

The risks associated with brachioplasty include the risks associated with liposuction including bleeding, numbness, and contour irregularities.

The degree of skin laxity is a key factor in determining the suitability and effectiveness of various arm lift techniques, such as CoolSculpting and brachioplasty.

Risks associated with brachioplasty itself include bleeding, infection, fluid collections (seromas), injury to sensory nerves, hypertrophic scarring, asymmetry, and need for revisional procedures.

It is important to talk with Dr. Rovelo about the risks of your surgery and how the risks can be minimized to provide the best possible outcome.

Arm Lift Beverly Hills Recovery

Brachioplasty is performed in the outpatient surgical setting, under general anesthesia.

All surgery is associated with risks, including those related to the removal of excess tissue during a brachioplasty.

After the procedure, patients will have drains and ACE bandages around their arms.

Patients will go home the same day and will be seen in clinic in 2-3 days and then again at one week.

When drain output has decreased sufficiently, the drains will be removed.

Patients must continue to wrap their arms continuously, except for when showering.

As the swelling resolves, patients will be fitted for compression sleeves and garments.

Compression garments should be worn for 6 weeks.

Most patients can resume light activity and return to work after 2 weeks.

Patients may resume heavy lifting and strenuous activity after 6 weeks.

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