BODY PROCEDURES
Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure that reduces excess sagging skin that droops downward, tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arm. Arm lifts reduce localized pockets of fat in the upper arm region. Arm lift surgery may be right for you if the underside of your upper arms is sagging or appear loose and full due to excess skin and fat.
At a Glance
CANDIDATE
• Adults with significant upper arm skin laxity
• Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight
• Healthy individuals without medical conditions that impair healing or increase risk of surgery
• Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations
PROCEDURE
Arm lifts reduce localized pockets of fat in the upper arm region
LENGTH OF PROCEDURE
3 Hours
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
RECOVERY
You will have several follow-up appointments. Most patients will have a follow-up appointment in approximately 1 week after surgery where your health, recovery, and wounds will be assessed. A second appointment is usually scheduled for one or two weeks later as needed.
DOWNTIME
Avoid any vigorous physical activity, exercise, running, etc. for the first three weeks after surgery.
Procedure Planning
A pre-surgical visit with Dr. Wages will be scheduled 2 weeks before your arm lift surgery to finalize your measurements, review the procedure, complete all paperwork, and get you ready for your surgery which will be performed on an outpatient basis. You will come in the day before your surgery for final markings. If you smoke it is important to quit as smoking affects the healing process.
Experience
You will be guided from initial contact by our team with specific information about your procedure. When we schedule an arm lift consultation, you will be sent information to read before you meet Dr. Wages. Your consultation includes a comprehensive, thorough examination with bio-dimensional measurements, and a review of the procedure and recovery. We work with you in a team approach to help you achieve your desired outcome.
Recovery
Take it easy the first 24 hours after your arm lift surgery. You will be given specific post-operative instructions by Dr. Wages to follow to ensure a safe and speedy recovery. Immediately after surgery your healing begins, and in the days and weeks to follow your will see your results emerge. You can expect continuous improvement with your full healing in 3-6 months.