Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
As we age, the upper arm can begin to sag with gravity, skin laxity, and thinning skin. Significant weight loss can also contribute to this. Despite rigorous arm exercises and diet, some patients find that they cannot tighten and tone their upper arms because of this laxity. Patients tend to hide their upper arms by wearing clothes with sleeves or not wearing bathing suits because they are embarrassed. This loose skin and excess fat on the arms can be both unattractive and uncomfortable. Fortunately, an arm lift surgery in Palm Harbor, known as brachioplasty, can create a slimmer, more contoured upper arm. Many of Dr. Isidoros J. Moraitis’ arm lift patients from Palm Harbor frequently say their self-image and clothing options have improved.
Arm Lift Procedure
Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Moraitis, performs upper arm lift surgery in Palm Harbor as an outpatient procedure at one of the local hospitals or surgery centers. The procedure can vary based on your individual needs, but typically takes 2.5-4 hours. The length and placement of your incision depend on the amount and location of excess skin to be removed. Dr. Moraitis offers both mini upper srm lift and traditional upper arm lift surgery. A consultation with Dr. Moraitis at his Palm Harbor office will help determine which procedure is suited for your individual needs.
Mini Arm Lift
The mini arm lift may be an option for patients who only require minor revision to the skin on the upper arms. With a mini arm lift, Dr. Moraitis places a small incision in the axilla and removes excess skin and fat distal to the axilla. This procedure can dramatically improve the contour of the upper arm and make it more comfortable for patients to wear clothing that exposes their arms. The mini arm lift procedure helps patients who have developed some excess skin through aging and those who have lost a moderate amount of weight due to diet and exercise. For many bariatric surgery patients, a traditional brachioplasty may be necessary to achieve the desired results, as a mini arm lift does not provide patients with the drastic revision necessary after extreme weight loss.
Traditional Upper Arm Lift
Many patients are bothered by drooping excess skin along the upper arm due to the loss of a great deal of weight through bariatric surgery or due to several pregnancies that have caused them to gain and lose weight over time. A traditional upper arm lift, or traditional brachioplasty, is preferred if you have excess fullness and laxity that extends from the axilla down to the elbow. For this procedure, the incision is placed along the inner arm and may extend from the armpit to the elbow to remove the maximum amount of skin. If you have excess fat on your arms, Dr. Moraitis may recommend combining your brachioplasty surgery with liposuction for the best results.
Arm Lift in Palm Harbor
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