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Brachioplasty: The Body Sculpting Benefits of an Arm Lift

Friday, 15 September 2023 12:00

Kim

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Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is an effective surgical procedure aimed at reshaping and sculpting the upper arm.

It targets the region extending from the underarm to the elbow, eliminating any excess, drooping skin. This excess tissue can be the result of factors such as extreme weight loss, sun damage, aging, or even hereditary components. If you’ve been longing for a confident and elegant appearance, an arm lift might be your perfect solution.

How the Procedure Works

An arm lift is more than a simple cosmetic treatment; it’s a carefully crafted procedure designed to rejuvenate and reshape your arms. Performed in a state-licensed, Nationally Accredited Ambulatory Surgical Facility, the arm lift procedure takes approximately two to three hours. The process involves the removal of excess skin and fatty tissue, often complemented with liposuction techniques to reduce arm circumference and create a smooth transition with adjacent areas. Thanks to intravenous sedation and local anesthesia, the procedure is comfortably performed. Post-operative compression garments facilitate optimal skin re-draping, and most individuals return to routine activities within five to seven days.

What Are the Benefits?

Brachioplasty offers a range of unique benefits that lead to a significant enhancement in self-confidence. By restoring a smooth, tapering arm contour, the procedure can make you feel more comfortable wearing sleeveless or short-sleeve garments. No longer do you need to hide your arms or feel conscious about them. An arm lift provides a proportionate appearance that can reignite the joy and self-assurance you feel in your own body.

Comparison With Other Procedures

Excess skin and fat in the upper arms are common problem areas that can be difficult to address through procedures other than arm lifts.

Unlike liposuction, which mainly focuses on fat removal, brachioplasty also tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue. Compared to non-surgical skin-tightening procedures, brachioplasty offers more dramatic and long-lasting results.

While procedures like CoolSculpting can reduce fat, they may not adequately address sagging skin. In other words, brachioplasty offers one of the best solutions for reshaping the upper arms.

Schedule a Consultation Today

If you’re considering an arm lift, contact Keystone Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Kimmel and his team are proud to serve patients in Pennsylvania, providing personalized care that reflects your needs.

Call Robert M. Kimmel, MD, FACS, PC, at their Pottsville office (570) 622-2900, their Hazelton office (570) 455-4252, or contact them online. Beautifully sculpted arms are just a consultation away.

ARE YOU UP IN ARMS OVER YOUR UPPER ARMS?

Wednesday, 30 September 2015 06:01

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Dealing with aging and all that goes with it can be daunting.
Just one more thing to add to the list of things that seem different than they did when you were 30 – your upper arms – they may be suddenly saggy and sadly un-firm.

Significant fluctuations in your weight, heredity and aging all play a role, but unfortunately, this is a condition that cannot be corrected through exercise.

At Keystone Surgery Center, Dr. Kimmel specializes in a surgical procedure designed to reduce saggy underarms. It’s called “arm lift” surgery or brachioplasty. Arm lift surgery can tighten the underlying supportive tissues that define the shape of your upper arms, thereby reducing excess, drooping under arm skin.

If you are of stable weight and are not significantly overweight, have loose upper arm skin, are of good health, a non-smoker and have realistic expectations – you would be a good candidate for arm lift surgery. The procedure takes about two to three hours and is performed at our outpatient surgery center.

If you are considering this procedure, it’s important to understand that there will be a significant scar from your elbow to armpit. However, in most cases, the benefit of removing excess skin outweigh this issue.

• Following arm lift surgery, your arms will feel sore.
• You may feel like you have just completed a major workout.
• You will be given a compression garment to wear to optimize the results of your surgery.
• There will be minor swelling and bruising which will subside within a few weeks.
• For most patients, return to routine activities is possible within a week.

During your consultation with Dr. Kimmel, be prepared to discuss your surgical goals, current medications, alcohol and tobacco use, and any pre-existing medical conditions or drug allergies.
Dr. Kimmel will evaluate your general health, discuss your options and discuss the likely outcome of the procedure, including any risks or potential complications.

It’s natural to feel some anxiety about any surgical procedure. We would be happy to address any concerns you may have. Call us for a consultation, today!