Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
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What Is An Arm Lift
Arm lift candidates present to our office with excess skin and fat after massive weight loss, pregnancy, or aging-related changes. Patients complain of floppy, loose skin and arms that don’t quite fit right in their sleeves. An arm lift, or brachioplasty, removes the excess fat and skin for a thinner, more toned-looking arm.
What to Expect During Your Surgery
Before surgery, you may take medications to relax. Depending on your health and risk profile, sedation or general anesthesia will be used for the duration of the surgery. Incisions will be made along the inside or back of the arm. These incisions will provide sufficient access for the removal of excess fat using liposuction techniques. Depending on how much skin will be removed, there may be minimal or extensive incisions. Sutures are typically taken out after one or two weeks.
Cost & Recovery Time
With this type of body lift surgery, it usually takes between two to three hours to complete both arms. It is recommended that you take two to three days of bed rest immediately following the procedure. Patients should not over-extend their arms until sutures are removed, so help is necessary for the first couple of weeks.
Because every surgical plan is different, costs vary from patient to patient. Financing plans are available should you choose to finance your surgery.
Why it’s Important to Select an Experienced Plastic Surgeon for Your Arm Lift
Albany, NY patients should understand the importance of working with a trained professional known for an artistic eye and precision. As aesthetic surgeons, Dr. Tauber has worked with thousands of patients, helping men and women achieve the look they want. Our office works to help patients work toward the most natural appearance, and strives to minimize scarring. Some reasons you should choose DeLuca Plastic Surgery:
- Technical mastery of body lift surgery and customized planning helps provide patients with excellent results.
- A conservative, non-aggressive approach to help avoid complications and expedite the recovery process.
- Our office is available to patients 24/7, before and after surgery.
The Importance of Post-Operative Care
At DeLuca Plastic Surgery, post-procedure patient care is an important part of how we ensure the best possible results. When you choose to work with our office, your relationship with DeLuca Plastic Surgery extends beyond the surgery. You will owe no patient fees for this extended service. When it comes to accommodating care after an arm lift, Albany, NY patients can count on DeLuca Palstic Surgery. We are available to recovering patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone or e-mail. Contact us today to learn more.
Get more details on the management of swelling and scars in blog post: Post-Operative Care After Plastic Surgery.
Before and After Photos
You will see various photos of arm lift procedures. Feel free to browse through the images so that you may have a photographic idea of what to expect from your arm lift surgery.
Check out our full Arm Lift Gallery.