Arm Lift

Brachioplasty, or arm lift surgery, reduces or removes loose, sagging skin from the upper arm to create a more attractive and toned appearance. Arm lifts are best suited for those patients who have lost an extreme amount of weight, but is also an option to help reshape the loose skin that tends to develop with aging. If the major concern is not loose skin, but excess fat, liposuction is usually the better option.

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More Details On Arm Lift

Average Cost Range: $3,400.00 - $4,500.00

Time Required:
It takes1 to 2 hours to perform an arm lift surgery.

In/Out Patient Info:
Outpatient.

Side Effects:
Arm lift side effects are the same as those with any surgery.  Arm lifts can cause temporary swelling and discomfort. There is also the chance of permanent scarring.

Arm Lift Risks:
Potential arm lift risks include bruising and prominent scarring. All surgical procedures do carry the risk of infection, bleeding, or reaction to anesthesia.

Duration of Arm Lift Results:
Arm lift results are long lasting, but it does not stop the aging process.  Armlifts are always subject to the changes associated with natural aging process.

Recovery:
Significant healing should be seen in about 10-14 days.  Sutures are usually removed 2-3 weeks after surgery.  After the arm lift surgery, recovery from swelling can take 3-6 months to fully fade.

Insurance Info:
Because of the cosmetic nature of an arm lift, insurance will not be involved.

Discomfort Level:
After the arm lift, pain and discomfort will occur in moderate levels, and may persist for several days. Over-the-counter medication should alleviate any pain experienced.

Anesthesia:
For an arm lift, the anesthesia used is usually general, or in some cases, local anesthesia with sedation.

Can be Combined With:
Arm lift surgery is often combined with tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction.

Also Known As:
Brachioplasty

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