Brachioplasty for Toned and Shapely Arms

Brachioplasty for Toned and Shapely Arms

Severe weight loss, aging or genetic factors can cause sagging on the underside of the upper arms that

cannot

be

corrected

even

with

rigorous

exercise. Arm lift surgery helps reduce this excess skin and fat between the underarm and the elbow.

Also known as brachioplasty, this procedure helps to lift, reshape and tighten up loose skin in the upper arms.

According to statistics published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the demand for arm lifts performed has increased dramatically by as much as 4,378 percent during the past decade. While in 2000, more than 300 women had surgery to reshape the upper arms, in 2012, more than 15,000 women did.

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Women are being influenced by celebrities, with many admiring first lady Michelle Obama’s toned arms as well as those of actresses like Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Biel and Demi Moore.

Loose skin in the upper arms following weight loss may persist even with rigorous strength training. Arm lift surgery removes the excess sagging skin and localized fat deposits in the upper arms. It tightens and smoothes the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arms to provide a toned look.

Arm lift surgery involves making incisions either on the inner arm or on the back of the arm. The length This cannot be removed by liposuction. Visceral fat can be removed as follows:

and pattern of the incision will be based on the total Merits of VASERshape and BodyFX

amount of excess skin that needs to be removed.

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In certain cases, the excess fat may be directly excised or treated with liposuction. Reliable plastic surgery centers uses advanced techniques such as BodyTite™ RFAL (radiofrequency assisted liposuction) to deliver effective results.

Results are usually noticeable immediately after the surgery or within a few days. There may be some bruising and swelling, which may take about two to three weeks to heal.

The surgery leaves a scar on the inside of the upper arm, running from the armpit to the elbow, but it will fade with time. Choose a surgeon experienced in performing arm lift surgery to enjoy optimal results.

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