Arm Lift Palm Beach Gardens by Pinsky Plastic Surgery - Mark A. Pinsky, M.D.
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Palm Beach Gardens, FL | Pinsky Plastic Surgery - Mark A. Pinsky, M.D.
Understanding Arm Lift Surgery
Loose upper arm skin may result from weight loss, aging, or genetic factors. While exercise strengthens arm muscles, it cannot eliminate excess skin. An arm lift, medically known as brachioplasty, surgically removes redundant skin and reshapes the upper arm to restore smooth contours and proportions.
Reasons for Choosing an Arm Lift
- Combat Signs of Aging: Restore youthful arm appearance by tightening muscles and reducing excess skin
- Post-Weight Loss Transformation: Remove sagging skin after significant weight reduction
- Address Sun Damage and Smoking Effects: Correct skin elasticity loss from environmental factors
- Complement Liposuction: Tighten skin after fat removal for comprehensive body contouring
- Enhance Self-Confidence: Improve body image and psychological well-being
Surgical Procedure Details
Brachioplasty is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes approximately two hours. The plastic surgeons at Pinsky Plastic Surgery design an incision underneath the arm, extending from armpit to elbow, tailored to individual skin excess and patient goals.
Procedure Steps
- Mark excess skin prior to surgery
- Create strategic incision to minimize visible scarring
- Remove redundant skin
- Resuspend underlying fascia for structural support
- Optional liposuction through same incision
- Close with precision sutures
Recovery and Expectations
Most patients return to work within five to seven days following brachioplasty. Initial bruising resolves within weeks, while some swelling may persist for months. Numbness is common and can last up to a year, with gradual sensation restoration.
Post-Surgical Guidelines
- Shower permitted after two days
- Pain management with prescribed medication
- Suture removal or dissolution within 10-14 days
- Compression garment recommended
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