Understanding the Limitations of Brachioplasty
Understanding the Limitations of Brachioplasty Surgery It is important to approach brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) with realistic expectations. This procedure removes excess skin and some fat from the upper arms. While it can reshape the arms, it does not address every concern. Below, we explain what brachioplasty can and cannot…
Preparing for Brachioplasty Surgery
Preparing for Brachioplasty Surgery If you are considering surgery to address loose skin on the upper arms, brachioplasty (arm lift) may be an option. Thinking about life after surgery is very different from the preparation required before the procedure. To move forward, there are important steps to take so that…
Brachioplasty Scars: What to Expect and Tips for Scar Healing
Brachioplasty Scars: What to Expect and Tips for Scar Healing Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift surgery, is a procedure designed to remove excess skin from the upper arms. Like any surgery, it always leaves a scar. While the scars are permanent, there are many strategies that can help them…
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Are You a Candidate for Arm Lift Surgery? [Brachioplasty]
Are You a Candidate for Brachioplasty? Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift surgery, is a procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms. Many patients consider this operation after significant weight loss, but it may also be appropriate for individuals with loose skin and stubborn fat due…
Combining Brachioplasty and Other Procedures
Combining Brachioplasty and Other Procedures You’ve decided to go ahead with brachioplasty, a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms. Since you will already be in the operating theatre, you may wonder whether other body contouring procedures can be performed at the same time. This…
Revision Brachioplasty Surgery
Revision Brachioplasty Surgery If you are reading this article, you may fall into one of two groups. Either you have already undergone brachioplasty (arm reduction surgery) and are unhappy with the results, or you are preparing for your first operation and want to know what options exist if revision surgery…
Brachioplasty vs Suction-Assisted Lipectomy (Liposuction) for Arm Contouring
Brachioplasty vs Suction-Assisted Lipectomy for Arms Suction-assisted lipectomy and brachioplasty are two very different surgical procedures. They are sometimes performed together, but they address different concerns. Choosing between them depends on whether your primary concern is loose skin, excess fat, or both. In this article, Dr Bernard Beldholm, FRACS, explains…
Brachioplasty Techniques: Which One is Right for You?
Brachioplasty Techniques: Which One is Right for You? Brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms. This operation can help improve the appearance of the arms in people who have loose skin due to ageing, weight loss, or genetics….
Thighplasty Surgery Guide
Male Upper Torsoplasty Surgery Guide After significant weight loss, particularly following bariatric surgery, some men are left with excess skin across the chest, back, and sides. An upper torsoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to remove this redundant skin and improve the upper torso shape. When the surgery is extended…
Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty Guide
Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty Guide After massive weight loss, many individuals are left with loose abdominal skin. In some cases, a traditional abdominoplasty may not provide enough tightening. Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty is designed for significant abdominal skin excess, achieving tightening in both vertical and horizontal directions. It is one of several types of…