Arm lift surgery is a procedure that makes the upper part of the arms, which are deformed as a result of rapid weight changes, appear thinner and more aesthetic.
What is Arm Lift Aesthetics (Brachioplasty)?
Brachioplasty is a surgery that reshapes the back of your upper arm from your shoulder to your elbow. It is also called arm lift aesthetics. With this surgery, the extra skin and tissue in the upper arm is cleaned and the upper arm looks smoother.
Especially due to weight gain, the skin begins to stretch, and when weight is lost, this stretched skin tries to regain its former state. However, as a result of too frequent and high weight gain and loss, the skin may lose its elasticity, which will make the skin appear loose. Brachioplasty, which is applied to make this appearance aesthetic, is a kind of body shaping surgery. This type of surgery is usually performed after bariatric surgery. Most people who have bariatric surgery are interested in surgeries that reshape the body. Because with the large amount of weight lost after these surgeries, the skin experiences intense sagging and needs re-shaping.
If you've lost a lot of weight recently, arm lift surgery may be right for you. However, situations such as hygiene problems and loss of self-confidence on the sagging skin also necessitate this surgery.
An arm lift procedure includes the following steps:
Step 1 - Planning and Anesthesia: Anesthetic drugs are given for your comfort during arm lift surgery. Depending on the procedure and your general condition after the operation, you can stay in the hospital for 2-3 days or be discharged on the same day.
Step 2 – Incision: The length of the incision to be made during the surgery is taken according to the location of the excess tissue to be removed, and the location of these incisions is usually in the inner part of the arm.
Step 3 - Closing the incisions: Your incision is closed using stitches and invisible from the outside. A clear surgical tape covers the incision lines and stays in place for 3 weeks.
Step 4 - Early recovery after surgery: A few days after the surgery, your drains are removed along with the external compression bandage. You may see some bruising and swelling that is expected in the area. After the procedure, a special arm compression is worn, which you will wear for 6 weeks.
Arm surgery takes between 1 and 3 hours, depending on the condition of the area and the method to be applied, depending on the deformation experienced.
There are some points to be considered before arm aesthetics. First, you should ask your healthcare provider if this surgery is right for you. If you have certain health problems, the risks of surgery may not be worth it. Your surgeon will also want to make sure you have a realistic idea of the results of the surgery. It is also important that you stick to a healthy lifestyle throughout this process. It is also important to set your budget. Most health insurance plans do not cover body contouring surgery. That's why it's a good idea to know how much the surgery will cost you. In addition, it is beneficial to postpone this surgery until you reach a stable and ideal weight. In addition, if you enter a cycle of frequent weight gain and loss after the surgery, the successful result you have achieved with the procedure may be lost.
If you smoke, you should stop smoking at least a few weeks before surgery. Smoking greatly increases the risk of complications and can also delay your recovery. You should also ask your surgeon if you need to stop taking any medications before surgery. You should also stop eating and drinking after midnight the day of your surgery. In addition, your surgeon may require tests before surgery. These tests may include:
- Electrocardiogram to look at heart rhythm
- Pulmonary function tests to check lung function
- Basic blood tests to check for infection, anemia and kidney function
It is important to pay attention to some issues to ensure recovery after arm thinning surgery. These issues can be listed as follows:
- Special corset should be used for at least 3 weeks.
- Forced arm movements should be avoided for a few weeks after the procedure. Otherwise, there may be strain on the sutures.
- Smoking products should not be used during the recovery period.
- You can take a shower 2 days after the operation. After 5-6 days, you can return to routine life. After 1-2 months, sports can be started.
Does arm lift surgery cause pain?
Arm slimming surgery is not painful. However, mild pain may be experienced after the surgery and these pains can be releived with painkillers prescribed by the doctor.
Is the result obtained with arm lift surgery permanent?
The permanence of the results obtained with the surgery applied to the upper arm region is directly proportional to the process the patient went through after the procedure. If the patient continues to gain and lose weight frequently during this period, sagging in the arms may occur again. For this reason, ideal weight should be maintained with great care after the surgery and habits such as healthy eating and active life should be acquired for this.
What are the aesthetic applications that can be combined with arm lift surgery?
The presence of sagging in the upper arm region creates an unaesthetic appearance. For this reason, with thinning surgery, fat and excess skin are removed from the arm area and thinning is achieved. The fat in the arm area is removed using the liposuction method. If there are also sagging skin on the same arm, laser Lipolysis plus method is also included in the process. The application of these methods alone or in combination is directly related to the condition of the arm region of the person.
Can non-surgical arm lift procedure be applied?
Surgical procedure is the only suitable method for removing the deformations in the upper arm area and giving the arms a more aesthetic appearance.
At what age can arm lift surgery be performed?
It can be applied to men and women of all ages, if there is no health problem that will prevent the operation of people with sagging and excess fat tissue in the arm area.
What are the arm lift surgery prices?
Arm lift surgery prices are closely related to deformations in the arm area. The price ranges differ according to the method of application, the duration of the operation and the size of the area to be treated.
