Brachioplasty Arm Lift Charlottesville, VA | Raymond Morgan, MD

Understanding Arm Lift Surgery in Charlottesville

Weight loss and exercise may slim and tone the arms, but do little to tighten lax skin. When skin on the upper arms has lost its elasticity due to natural aging or significant weight changes, an arm lift at Raymond Morgan, MD, is likely the best solution for patients from Richmond, Roanoke, and surrounding areas.

Who Qualifies for Arm Lift Surgery?

Adults who are in good health, are at or near a healthy weight, and want to tighten loose skin on the upper arms make good candidates for an arm lift. This procedure may be performed alongside other body contouring procedures as part of a comprehensive surgical plan.

Surgical Technique

Arm lift surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure using local anesthetic with IV sedation or general anesthetic. Key aspects of the procedure include:

• Incisions placed along the inner arms from armpit to elbow
• Minimal scarring in discreet locations
• Precise removal of excess skin
• Meticulous wound closure

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can anticipate initial swelling and tightness in the upper arms following surgery. Typical recovery milestones include:

• Return to non-strenuous work within 1-2 weeks
• Gradual reduction of swelling
• Temporary sensations of tightness and tingling

Comprehensive Body Contouring

An arm lift can be combined with other procedures like thigh lift or extended tummy tuck to achieve comprehensive body reshaping after significant weight loss.

For more information about Arm Lift in Charlottesville, VA, submit an enquiry to Raymond Morgan, MD.