What Is Arm Lift Surgery?
Dealing with excess skin can be a challenge, whether it's due to weight loss or aging. At Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa, we offer upper arm lift surgery (brachioplasty) for those who struggle to tone and tighten their arms through natural methods. Excess skin from the elbow to the upper arm is common, particularly in individuals who have lost weight or are getting older. An upper arm lift can effectively remove this sagging skin, often referred to as "bat wings." Dr. Ross Bunch, an experienced plastic surgeon in Tuscaloosa, AL performs countless skin tightening and fat removal surgeries and is here to help you. To find out more about how brachioplasty can enhance the appearance of your upper arms, please call and schedule an appointment at Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa.
How Is Arm Lift Surgery Performed?
In most cases, arm lift surgery will take place in an outpatient setting, except in cases where several plastic surgeries are scheduled to be performed at one time. An arm lift can be done with other procedures (often performed in an inpatient setting for monitoring), such as a tummy tuck, thigh lift, or mommy makeover — as long as Dr. Bunch decides it is safe. An upper arm lift is usually performed with the patient under general anesthesia and can require a few hours to complete. The sagging skin will be excised from the elbow up to the armpit. The incision will be made as inconspicuously as possible, but it will become a visible scar. In cases where liposuction is needed to eliminate stubborn fat, this can be performed also. Once the skin is pulled taut, it will be sutured back into place. You will have to keep the incisions cleaned, covered, and in compression garments for a period of time.
What Are the Benefits of an Arm Lift
At Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa, an arm lift offers numerous benefits for individuals looking to improve the appearance of their upper arms, including.
- Removes excess, sagging skin
- Reduces localized pockets of fat
- Improves arm contours for a more toned appearance
- Enhances overall body symmetry
- Boosts self-confidence and comfort in clothing
- Lessened friction, sensitivity, and inflammation around the upper body and arms
- Increased self-image and satisfaction when picking out clothes
- Improves the look of sagging skin due to substantial weight loss or getting older
Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa Reviews
Always attentive, like many, this team never ignores your questions, and that’s a PLUS for me, i had my brachioplasty about 6 weeks ago, and I don’t regret it..and I still have virtual visits
I had a tummy tuck in 2022 with Dr. Bunch! THE BEST! I'm still as flat as a board and going for an arm lift next! Can't wait! 1000000/10
I’m still in recovery. But I’m 4 months post opp… I love everything about Dr. Bunch and team… Ben, Mallory, everyone!!! I love my results… I had some bumps in the road with my incisions healing… Dr. Bunch has been by my side every step of the way!!! I’ve heard horror stories from other surgeons who basically leave you to figure things out for yourself. Not my surgeon and team… I’d lost 100 lbs before surgery… I had an Extended Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair & Bilateral Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) I’ll be going in for round 2 in January!
The Absolute Best Doctor & TEAM - I’m still in recovery. But I’m 4 months post opp… I love everything about Dr. Bunch and team… Ben, Mallory, everyone!!! I love my results… I had some bumps in the road with my incisions healing… Dr. Bunch has been by my side every step of the way!!! I’ve heard horror stories from other surgeons who basically leave you to figure things out for yourself. Not my surgeon and team… I’d lost 100 lbs before surgery… I had an Extended Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair & Bilateral Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
The absolute best - I love my results - I’m still in recovery. But I’m 4 months post opp… I love everything about Dr. Bunch and team… Ben, Mallory, everyone!!! I love my results… I had some bumps in the road with my incisions healing… Dr. Bunch has been by my side every step of the way!!! I’ve heard horror stories from other surgeons who basically leave you to figure things out for yourself. Not my surgeon and team… I’d lost 100 lbs before surgery… I had an Extended Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair & Bilateral Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)
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Whether you call the sagging skin on your arms "bat wings" or something else, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bunch sees it as an opportunity to boost your confidence through plastic surgery. This transformative procedure offers both physical and emotional benefits. If you're at a healthy weight but can't get rid of the excess skin on your arms, schedule a private consultation with Dr. Ross Bunch at Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa. Contact our Tuscaloosa, AL office to learn how you can achieve a fitter, more youthful look with arm lift surgery.