Will a brachioplasty add upper arm muscle definition?
Will a Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Improve Upper Arm Muscle Definition? A Brachioplasty (arm lift) is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and, in some cases, fat from the upper arms. Many people consider this procedure after significant weight loss or age-related changes, when redundant tissue can obscure the natural…
How Long Does Abdominoplasty Surgery Take?
How Long Does Abdominoplasty Surgery Take? Abdominoplasty surgery time varies depending on the type of operation and whether suction-assisted lipectomy (liposuction) is included. As a general guide: A mini abdominoplasty usually takes about 1 hour without suction-assisted lipectomy, or around 2 hours with it. A full abdominoplasty takes between 2…
Upper Arm Anatomy for Brachioplasty Patients
Upper Arm Anatomy for Brachioplasty Patients Brachioplasty surgery can lead to complications if the surgeon damages the underlying structures. Human arm anatomy consists of skin, fat, muscles, bones, nerves, and blood vessels. The soft tissues contribute to skin firmness or laxity, the latter of which is a common issue for…
Brachioplasty for Patients With Significant Arm Asymmetry
Brachioplasty for Patients with Significant Arm Asymmetry Understanding Arm Asymmetry The human body is naturally asymmetrical. If you divide the body in half, the two sides are rarely identical. For most people, these differences are subtle and not noticeable. However, for some individuals, one arm may appear significantly larger or…
What You Need to Know About Abdominoplasty Scarring
What You Need to Know About Abdominoplasty Scarring Every surgical procedure, whether cosmetic or reconstructive, carries certain risks. One of the most predictable outcomes of surgery is the formation of a scar. Abdominoplasty (commonly called a tummy tuck) is no exception. Scarring is a natural part of the healing process…
Brachioplasty After Bariatric Surgery and Extreme Weight Loss
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) After Bariatric Surgery and Extreme Weight Loss Bariatric surgery or significant lifestyle changes can lead to dramatic weight loss. While this achievement improves health and quality of life, it often leaves behind loose, redundant skin that does not retract naturally. The upper arms are one of the…
15 Exercises Every Abdominoplasty Patient Must Know
15 Exercises Every Abdominoplasty Patient Must Know Contrary to popular opinion, an abdominoplasty is not a shortcut to losing weight. I blame these unrealistic expectations on the colloquial use of the term “tummy tuck” to refer to an abdominoplasty. Because of this, far too many people think that an abdominoplasty…
What to Expect When Recovering From a Mini-abdominoplasty
What to Expect When Recovering From a Mini-abdominoplasty Surgery is all about using the right technique at the right time for the right patient. Every patient is unique. That’s why a surgeon may sometimes recommend a patient get a mini-abdominoplasty instead of a standard abdominoplasty. Mini-abdominoplasty is usually much easier…
Lifestyle Changes to Maintain Brachioplasty Results
Lifestyle Changes to Maintain Brachioplasty Results Brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) is a significant investment of time, recovery, and resources. For many patients, it represents the final step in addressing loose upper arm skin after major weight loss, ageing, or other changes in body composition. Once the recovery period has passed…
Everything You Need to Know about Diastasis Recti
Everything You Need to Know About Diastasis Recti (DRAM) Diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscles (DRAM) is a condition in which the two vertical abdominal muscles, commonly called the “six-pack muscles,” separate due to overstretching of the connective tissue between them. This connective tissue is called the linea alba. Clinically,…