Arm Lift Pensacola, FL | Peter Butler, MD

Understanding Arm Lift Surgery

Excess skin under the arms, often referred to as "bat wings," can be a frustrating concern for many individuals experiencing aging or significant weight loss. Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery offers upper arm lift surgery, or brachioplasty, to address this common aesthetic challenge. An arm lift can effectively enhance upper arm contour when traditional toning methods have not yielded desired results.

Surgical Technique Overview

Brachioplasty is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. The surgical approach involves removing loose skin from the elbow to the underarm, potentially incorporating liposuction to address stubborn fat deposits. Surgeons make discreet incisions, understanding that some scarring is inevitable.

Benefits of Arm Lift Surgery

• Effectively addresses stubborn skin and fat resistant to diet and exercise
• Removes excess skin resulting from weight loss or aging
• Reduces friction and discomfort in arm and chest regions
• Improves confidence when wearing sleeveless clothing
• Offers short scar techniques for less visible scarring

Candidacy and Considerations

Ideal candidates for arm lift surgery are individuals at a stable weight who have excess skin that does not respond to exercise. Patients should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes. During a consultation, Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery will assess individual needs and recommend the most appropriate surgical approach.

Recovery and Results

Recovery from an arm lift requires careful follow-up and adherence to post-operative instructions. Patients can expect some initial swelling and discomfort, which gradually subsides. Maintaining results involves following a healthy lifestyle, including balanced nutrition and consistent exercise.

Nonsurgical Alternatives

While nonsurgical skin tightening treatments exist, they typically provide only minimal improvements. A surgical arm lift remains the most effective solution for patients with moderate to significant skin laxity. Liposuction can be combined with the procedure to further refine arm contours.

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