What Is Arm Lift Surgery?
Excess arm skin is one of the most common side effects of aging and weight loss. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, we offer upper arm lift surgery, also known as brachioplasty, for individuals who have had little success toning and tightening their arms with natural methods. Arm lift surgery effectively excises excess, hanging skin that develops between the elbow and shoulder. The plastic surgeons at our Birmingham, AL office have extensive experience in fat removal and skin tightening techniques. To hear more about how brachioplasty can improve the physique of the upper arms, please call to schedule a consultation at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery.
How Is an Arm Lift Performed?
Arm lift surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure unless it is being performed in combination with other cosmetic treatments, such as a mommy makeover, tummy tuck, or thigh lift. Arm lift surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia and may require several hours to complete. The incision used to perform arm lift body contouring will depend on the amount and location of skin being excised. Generally, the incision is either made on the inside of the arm or the back of the arm and may extend from the armpit to just above the elbow.
Following the incision, the loose skin will be surgically removed. For those who still have pockets of stubborn fat they'd like removed from their arms, liposuction may also be performed. After the skin is tightened, it will be sutured back into place. The incisions should be kept clean, covered, and wrapped with compression garments to ensure a smoother recovery.
What Are the Benefits of an Arm Lift?
Brachioplasty can be an excellent option for those struggling to achieve the toned look they want. Some of the benefits of arm lift surgery at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery include:
- Reduces sagging skin
- Enhances body image and confidence when considering wardrobe options
- Serves as an effective solution for problem areas that are sometimes resistant to physical activity or diet changes
- Reduces friction, chafing, and pain between the torso and arm areas
Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery Reviews
Dr Halka was amazing for my tummy tuck. he did an awesome job and was so kind and professional. The results far exceeded my exceptions. I was so pleased that I decided to have an arm lift. The arm lift turned out to be outstanding. Thank you Dr. Halka for making me more confident with my older body.
After losing almost a hundred pounds, I was left with extremely loose, sagging skin, and after consulting with three plastic surgeons, I decided to go with Dr. Halka. He is exceptionally kind and patient with all my questions and concerns, and I am so happy I chose him as my surgeon. He did my brachioplasty (arm lift) and breast lift 7 weeks ago, and I am thrilled with my results. My scars look fantastic, and I honestly can’t believe how wonderfully everything is healing. I’ve had zero problems or complications. Dr. Halka will be performing my next two surgeries, a lower body lift and a thigh lift, in the coming months, and I have no worries about my care and comfort in his hands. The nurses and staff at Hedden and Gunn have also all been extremely helpful and friendly. As nervous as I was to start this journey of skin removal and reconstruction, Dr. Halka and the entire H&G team have made it as easy and painless as it could be, and I am so grateful.
Wonderful doctor - cannot adequately express how grateful I am - I cannot adequately express how grateful I am to Dr. Halka. Not only is he a skilled surgeon, he’s also kind and easy to talk to. After having two kids and losing over 80 pounds, I was left with loose, sagging skin. Dr. Halka performed an arm lift and breast lift and a couple of months later, a lower body lift and fat transfer to the breasts. I have experienced zero complications and have healed so well thanks to his care. I am thrilled with my results and plan to have him do my thigh lift in the next few months.
I have been overweight all my life. I was 49 years old, weighed 289 lbs, and extremely depressed. My feet, legs, hips and especially my back hurt. I wore a size 22/24 and my feet swelled so that I could only wear one pair of dress shoes comfortably and without embarassment. I considered gastric bypass surgery for a couple of years and had just witnessed one of my best friends go through it with great success. I made the decision to have the bypass surgery, lost 150 lbs and felt great. I was wearing a size 6-8 and looked pretty good in clothes. I was very happy but the weight loss left my 50 year old body with a lot of excess skin. My breasts, which had previously been a 42 DDD, had become what my fiancé termed as "36 LONGS." I had nothing left but empty skin sacks. My abdomen also hung with loose skin. My legs were extremely horrible with a lot of loose skin and my arms had "bat-wings." I made an appointment with Dr. Hedden to talk about having four procedures. He gave me the prices for tummy tuck, breast lift, leg lift and arm lift. My legs were what bothered me most and I called to schedule that procedure first. I'd had large breasts all my life and having just the breast lift would have left me with a full B/loose C cup. After talking with Dr. Hedden, I decided to go up one cup size. That is a decision I do not regret. I had the tummy tuck and breast lift with augmentation done in his office. The staff was wonderful and very professional. I was given a prescription for pain killers and muscle relaxers. My first night was spent in a hotel room so that I could be close to Dr. Hedden's office in case of an emergency. My fiancé stayed with me, helped me to the restroom and cared for me. I had mild discomfort but it was nothing like what had been described by other people who "knew someone who had had the surgery and couldn't move for 6 weeks." I did just what the doctor ordered and had very little discomfort even having both procedures at once. The staff at Dr. Hedden's office marveled at my recovery time. I am now a happy 36D with a very flat tummy. I love my new body and have been able to shop at Victoria's Secret for more than just the lotions! I will be going back for the other two procedures (legs and arms). Maybe after that I will have a facelift … after all I am 51 years old now! I would highly and happily recommend Dr. William J. Hedden and his staff to anyone who is considering cosmetic surgery.
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Reshape Your Arms
The skilled team at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, AL provides expert care and can help individuals seeking a more toned and contoured appearance with arm lift surgery achieve desired results. For those experiencing discomfort or reduced self-confidence due to sagging skin on the arms, this transformative procedure could be the solution. Contact our Birmingham office today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a more sculpted look.