Aging, genetics, and weight fluctuations can lead to sagging skin around the upper arms. While exercise can help remedy flabby arms by increasing muscle tone, an arm lift, also known as a brachioplasty, may be necessary to address the excess, loose skin. An arm lift performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Matthew Steele can tighten upper arms by removing sagging skin and fat pockets.
This body contouring technique can target sagging skin or fat spanning from the armpit down to the elbow, depending on your cosmetic goals. Regardless of the incision type, a brachioplasty could provide slimmer arms that appear more toned following your weight loss or after age has taken its effect. If you are self-conscious about your arm’s appearance and avoid tank tops or short sleeve shirts because of excess arm skin, an arm lift in Fort Worth may be the solution to these concerns.
During And After An Arm Lift Operation
An arm lift aims to remove excess and sagging skin to create a tighter, more toned appearance to your upper arms. The incisions’ location depends on which areas of the upper arm need to be treated but can range from the inner arm, the back of the arm, and the axilla (armpit). Excess fat removed is through liposuction techniques, followed by excision of loose, extra skin.
Since incisions are required for arm lifts, scarring is a potential side effect of this surgery. Because the procedure can be invasive, you should wait a few days to resume light activity and up to four to six weeks for strenuous activity. While there is a recovery period, the result of firmer, smoother, and more toned arms is worth it after a brachioplasty.