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What Is Brachioplasty?

Arm lift surgery, otherwise known as brachioplasty, is a procedure that reshapes the upper arms by reducing excess skin, and in some cases fat, resulting in smoother skin and better-proportioned contours of the upper arms.

An arm lift is designed to tighten the skin and improve the contour of the upper arms. The procedure tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arm whilst reducing localised pockets of fat.

Is It Right For Me?

Arm lift surgery is an individualised procedure and may not be suitable for everyone. Always talk to your Specialist Surgeon before making a decision. Dr Kevin Dolan will assess your condition and general health, and plan the treatment that is best suited to you.

Arm lift surgery is not suitable for people who are:

Not able to have an anaesthetic

Prone to bleeding tendencies or have poor healing ability

Too high risk of having surgical complications

Arm lifts are not intended strictly for the removal of excess fat. Liposuction alone can remove excess fat deposits where skin has good elasticity and is able to naturally conform to new body contours. In cases where skin elasticity is poor, a combination of liposuction and arm lift techniques may be recommended.

Arm lift surgery may be a good option for you if:

You are physically healthy and you do not or have not had medical conditions that can impair healing or increase risk the of surgery

You have realistic expectations

Your weight is relatively stable

You have excess soft tissue along the upper arm region

You are a non-smoker or have stopped smoking

What Are The Potential Risks and Complications?

Modern surgery is generally safe but does have the potential for risks and complications to occur.

Specific risks and complications associated with arm lift surgery include:

Visible and prominent scars such as keloids and hypertrophic scars. These scars are raised, red and thickened, and may form over healed incisions. They may be itchy, annoying and unsightly but are not a threat to health. These scars may restrict the clothing you can wear

Numbness around operated sites. In most cases this is temporary and will improve over many months

Skin that does not heal and may require a skin graft

Restrictive movement to the tightened skin

Excess fluid accumulation under the skin (known as a seroma) around an operated site that may require one or more drainage procedures with a needle

Fat that has a poor blood supply may result in a discharge from the surgical wounds or palpable lumps

What Do I Need To Do Before Surgery?

Before undergoing surgery, it is important that you:

Be as fit as possible to help the recovery process

Reach your optimal weight

Check with your surgeon about your medications as some may need to be stopped

Stop smoking

You will also be asked to provide a complete medical history for your Specialist Plastic Surgeon including any health problems you have had, any medication you are taking or have taken, and any allergies you may have.

You may be advised to stop taking certain medicines such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, and medicines that contain aspirin. You may also be asked to stop taking naturopathic substances such as garlic, ginko, ginseng and St John’s Wort as they may affect clotting and anaesthesia. Always tell your surgeon EVERYTHING you are taking.

Your surgeon should give detailed preoperative instructions. Follow them carefully

Will I Have Scarring?

Yes, arm lift surgery will result in some visible scars. Your surgeon will limit scar length and try to position each scar in the least conspicuous position. Nonetheless, scars may be more noticeable than you anticipated. It is important that you have realistic expectations of the surgery and that you discuss potential outcomes with your surgeon.

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