Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

Who chooses an arm lift (brachioplasty)?

Many women see Dr. at Plastic Surgery Associates of Naples/Fort Myers, Florida because of their concern with either the fullness to their upper arm and/or the sagging skin of the upper arm. They are unhappy with the appearance of the arm and often do not expose it in clothing. The condition often occurs as a result of significant weight loss. In addition to weight gain, additional fat deposit in the upper arm accounts for the fullness in the upper arm. Although exercise improves the underlining musculature, it down not have a significant effect on the loose excess skin that has lost elasticity. Often Dr. Gulin address both the amount of excess skin as well as the excessive fat in the rest of the upper arm.

About the procedure

Surgery is performed under twilight sleep sedation or epidural anesthesia with sedation in the state of the art fully accredited on-site plastic surgical facility located in Naples, Florida. Depending upon the degree of loose sagging skin the incision may vary from a T incision in the axilla to a longer incision going from the axilla to just above the elbow. The usual incision is located in the back of the arm on its inner aspect so that the incision is not seem from the front and is only visible when the arm is raised. Simultaneously liposuction is carried out using ultrasonic liposuction (Lipo-Selection/VASER – Lipo). This removes adjacent portions of fatty tissue.

In a number of patients only liposuction is needed to reduce the overall fullness to the upper arm. This may be associated with a small T incision located in the arm pit going just a few inches down the inner aspect of the arm pit.

After the procedure

Most patients following their arm lift (brachioplasty) return to their usual work activity in about 7 – 10 days. A compression dressing is worn for several weeks following the surgery. Full exercise and activity is resumed in about three weeks.

Arm lift (brachioplasty) patients find that the upper arm now has a smoother and better proportion contour. The handing, embarrassing skin is no longer present and patients are comfortable wearing clothes that reveal their upper arm. In most cases the incision goes on to heal very well. The upper arm has a smooth defined contour and the inicision usually goes on to heal very well. Results of exercise are more obvious now that the underlining musculature is not hidden by the excess fat or sagging loose skin.

Dr. Gulin and his staff would be happy to schedule a consultation or speak to you through e-mail (sgulinmd@drgulin.com) or by phone (239-596-8000) regarding any questions you may have.

“Even after going to the gym several times a week, it wasn’t until I had my tummy tuck that people stopped asking me whether I was pregnant. For the first time since I had my children, I am able to wear a two-piece swimsuit. I just love it!"
- 37 year-old Abdominal Surgery Client

"Thanks to liposuction, I am able to wear clothing I never even considered before. When I look in the mirror, I like what I see. And, I feel good about myself again.”
- 33-year old Liposuction Client

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Stanley P. Gulin, M.D., F.A.C.S., 6610 Willow Park Drive, Suite 104, Naples, FL 34109 - 239-596-8000. copyright 2009 Stanley P. Gulin M.D., F.A.C.S. All Rights Reserved. The photos in this Web Site feature models for illustrative purposes unless otherwise noted. Photos of actual patients can be found in the Before and After Photo Gallery. Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Gulin is a Plastic Surgeon in the Naples / Ft Myers Florida region performing Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of the Face, Breast and Body and Liposuction.

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