Arm Lift

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What is a Brachioplasty? 33 answers

What is a brachioplasty?  Somebody was talking about it on this site, and I don't know what it means.

Exercise After Arm Lift 28 answers

I will be getting an Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) in around 6 months. I want my arms to have a nice toned look like they used to have. Should I start...

Is It Common to Use Local Anesthesia for Brachioplasty Revision? 27 answers

I had a Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) done in early 2009. The surgeon and I agreed a revision would be a good idea to remove the remaining excess hanging...

Is It Possible to Get a Second Arm Lift? 27 answers

I had arm lift done 4 years ago due to weight loss, i have lost more weight, i was considering another arm lift. can i get another arm lift? i have...

Will Tightening Arm Skin Leave Severe Scars? 25 answers

I have lost about 100 lbs and I have super loose arms and arm-pit skin to the point that I look like an 80 year old woman and I am only 23. I...

How Long Do Arm Lift Results Last? 24 answers

If I get an arm lift, how long would the results of the surgery last?  Would there be anything that could happen that would make the saggy skin...

Not Sure if I Am Supposed to Get Arm Lipo or an Arm Lift? Pictures Included. 22 answers

I am 30 yrs old,124 pds/size 2-4 but my arms seem super flabby and out of proportion with my body. I was obese when I was a child and ever since it...

Remove Fat and Loose Skin Under Arms 20 answers

I've had a Liposuction on my both armpit 6 years ago due to fatty/loose skin. I'm not sure if it's a breast tissue. My problem is it's...

Is Liposuction Required for an Arm Lift? 20 answers

I hate my underarm flapping skin. Was considering arm lift surgery.  However, it's not clear to me if I'd also need to get liposuction to get...

Bilateral Brachioplasty 19 answers

Could a doctor please help me understand what it means to have a bilateral brachioplasty?

Arm Lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in One Surgery? 19 answers

I am 32-year-old woman, and I have recently lost 100 lbs, weighing currently 145lbs. I am in excellent health and a quick healer, or so I have been...

After Upper Arm Lipo 3 Yrs Ago the Fat Now Feels Soft and Jiggly. Is Brachioplasty Right? 19 answers

I had liposuction done 3 years ago. My upper arms were big but firm. Now they are softer and jiggly. I regret doing it. Especially since they are...

Non Surgical Skin Tightening for Arms? 18 answers

I had Gastric bypass surgery about 8 years ago and lost 100lbs. Since then, I’ve experienced “loose skin”…EVERYWHERE!! I hate...

Arm Lift Recovery 18 answers

I'm thinking about an arm lift and just wondering what to expect. What's the recovery like after the arm lift? What can I expect in terms of...

Arm Lift Scar 17 answers

I gather that the incision for a brachioplasty can be on the inner arm or the back of the arm. If the latter, is the scar dead centre down the back of...

Minimal Incision Brachioplasty 16 answers

I just recently lost about 45 pounds and I noticed that I have minimal sagging and stretch marks on my arms. I inquired to a plastic surgeon about...

What is the Cost of Arm Lift? 16 answers

I can't stand my lunch lady arms and i'd like to have them gone! what kind of money are we talkin about here for arm lifting?

Bat Wings Arms 16 answers

Arm Tuck or Arm Lift for loose skin and bat wings?

Arm Lift Incision Location? 16 answers

I gather that the incision for a brachioplasty can be along the inner arm, or on the back of the arm. If the latter, is the incision dead centre down...

Arm Lift for Wrinkly Arm Skin After Weight Loss? 15 answers

I am 54 and recently lost about 45 pounds and my arms have developed very wrinkly skin. Will an arm lift help?

Do I Need to Lose Weight Before Getting an Armlift? 15 answers

I am 234lbs with very big flabby arms do i need to lose weight before i get a armlift?

What Would be Best - An Arm Lift or Tuck? 14 answers

I'm 28 years old. I've suffered with bat wings my whole life. I can never wear anything sleeveless and am extremely paranoid about my arms....

Does Brachioplasty Help with Skin Overhang/Wrinkling of Elbows? 14 answers

When my arm is fully extended my upper arm sags into my elbow, making it look very old and wrinkly. I'm 38, but I feel like when my arm hangs down...

Arm Lift, Breast Lift and Hernia Repair All at Once? 13 answers

I had gastric bypass 4 years ago and lost 200 pounds. I have extra skin on my arms I would like removed and I also would like a Breast lift or Breast...

Would Photos Be Enough Before Surgery or Should I See the Doctor? 13 answers

I live in Ireland and wish to get my Arm Lift procedure done in New York. Would I have to attend visits before the procedure or would photos be...

Arm Lift Scar Position Favored by Most Women? 12 answers

I know it depends greatly on the individual, but could you give me an idea of which Arm Lift scar position is favoured by most women, inner arm...

Postero-medial Incision Placement in Brachioplasty 12 answers

I have read about the postero-medial incision placement (Brachioplasty).One time it said this incision was at the junction of the posterior and medial...

Sagging Upper Arms After Weight Loss - Non-Invasive Options? 12 answers

I Have Developed Sagging Upper Arms Due to Rapid Weight Loss,please Tell Me How to Fix It. i want non invasive method please advice.

How to Correct Poor Mini Arm Lift Results? 12 answers

I had a mini arm lift and now have a web between the chest and upper arm! Not only was the procedure ineffective, the skin pulls between the side of...

Should I Be Disappointed with my Brachioplasty? 12 answers

6 weeks ago, I had bilat. brachioplasty w/lipo. I "pinched" my upper arms during my consult, so that my PS could see the aesthetic I desired. But...


Revision for Bad Brachioplasty? 11 answers

Hello, I am a 45 yr old woman. I have never been very heavy. I have/had large arms since I was a little girl. I have/had excess fat & slightly...

Swelling After Bilateral Brachioplasty 11 answers

Hello, I have swelling in my elbow joint which has started 6 days post brachioplasty, only in my left arm. Is this normal? Thanks

General or Local Anesthesia for Axillary Breast Tissue Removal? 10 answers

I have axillary breast tissue in both armpits that I want to have removed. If surgery would be the only option, would it have to be done under general...


What Questions Should I Ask when Considering a Modified Brachioplasty? 10 answers

I am considering a modified brachioplasty. I have attempted to research the technique without success. I was able to inquire on how many layers of...

Why Would a Surgeon Not Want to Perform Liposuction with an Arm Lift? 10 answers

I am considering having brachioplasty and have seen two surgeons about the procedure. One surgeon recommended liposuction with the brachioplasty; the...

Recovery After Arm Lift and Full Tummy Tuck 9 answers

I am due to have an arm lift and full tummy tuck (both horizontal scar and vertical) with a little lypo, after loosing 148lb. what will my recovery be...

Arm Lift for Stretchmarks?? 9 answers

A tummy tuck removes stretchmarks from the stomach..does an arm lift remove stretchmarks from arms?? Thankyou

Recent Brachioplasty - 2 Wks Post Op. Small 1' Opening Still Not Healing Quickly... 9 answers

I am doing saline packing on the small wound but is there anything else to speed the healing? Also why are the compression garments worn for 6 wks...

How can I eliminate excess skin in my arms? 9 answers

I had lipo Sept. 09, and this was performed to remove slight wings under my arms. I am 5'6" and weigh 118 lb., but the result was less than...

I Don't Need an Arm Lift, I Simply Need It Pulled and Tucked Up, Possible? 9 answers

I don't need an arm lift. My skin is simply going south due to gravity. If I could have a tuckup in my armpit it would solve my problem. Is this...


Arm Lift for Sagging Skin on Forearms? 8 answers

Will an arm lift help the sagging skin on the forearms or is that another procedure? Also, what is the average cost in metro Phoenix?

What to Do About Oozing After Arm Lift? 8 answers

Two weeks ago, I had Tummy Tuck, Arm Lift, Back Rolls Lift, with over 72 inches of stitches. Everything looks great. Swelling was unnoticeable, no...

San Francisco Arm Lift Revision Specialist? 8 answers

I'm afraid to go to my plastic surgeon who originally did this surgery in Palm Desert. I had 3 revision surgeries within about two months starting...

Who Are Considered the Top Experts in Brachioplasty? 8 answers

I know there might not be any consensus, but are there persons whom the industry generally regard as top ranking in this procedure or innovating new...

Limited Incision Brachioplasty Doctor 8 answers

If it were you or your significant other, who would you have do the limited incision brachioplasty? I would like to have this done now, but I'll...

FL Arm Lift Doctor Recommendations 7 answers

Does anybody know a doctor who does axillary under arm lift, possibly in FL? Thank you.

Stretchmarks Under Arms 6 answers

Iam 19 yrs old & I went through a growth spurt a couple of yrs ago. I have stretchmarks under my arms, or the "bat wing" area & on...

Thigh Lift, Butt Lift, Arm Lift, and Lipo in One Procedure? 6 answers

I need an arm lift, thigh lift, and butt lift with Liposuction. I come from Texas and was wondering, what is the average cost of these procedures in...


Inland Empire or San Diego Multiple Plastic Surgeries Doctor Recommendation 5 answers

Do you have any recommendations of good doctors who perform Arm lift, Breast lift or Breast implants, and hernia repair in the Inland Empire or San...

Why This Ugly Scar After 9 Months After a Brachioplasty, Can This Be Less Visible? (photo) 5 answers

I use to be 250lbs lost a total of 100lbs in past 10yrs by exercising & dieting. I didn’t like to wear short sleeves dress because of my...

What Am I Allowed to Do Directly After Arm Lift E.g. Cooking, Etc? 5 answers

What exactly can one do on second day of OP with arm lift,eg cooking, cutting of vegetables etc? or may I not use the arms for a period of time? and...

New, Non-surgical Arm Lift Option for Loose Skin? 4 answers

I heard last week on a talk show about a non surgical procedure to remove the loose skin under the arm. It includes ultrasound and red ultra rays...

Would a Mini Arm Tuck Help Me? 4 answers

I really wanted lipo on my arms but I have stretch marks even though I was never overweight. The doc said my skin is too soft and won't do it but...

Looking for a Brachioplasty Expert in Fairfield County? 4 answers

I'm considering having a Brachioplasty. I'm looking for a plastic surgeon in the Fairfield county area that focus on the minimal incision type...

Unable to Lift my Arms over my Head 5 Wks After Brachioplasty, Normal? 4 answers

My left arm has good movement but my right arm is very sore and movement is limited when raising my arm over my head. How can I improve this? I have...

What Are the Options for Treatment of Bat Wings if You've Had a Mastectomy? 4 answers

What Are the Options for Treatment of Bat Wings if You've Had a Mastectomy?

Swelling and Unable to Extend Arm 5 Weeks Post-op Arm Lift / Thigh Lift / Tummy Tuck - is This Normal? 3 answers

I am recovering from an arm lift, tummy tuck, & thigh lift near 5 weeks post-op. I am unable to fully extend my right arm up (short scar)without...

Length of Time to Wear Spandex Garment on Arms After Brachioplasty? 3 answers

I had brachioplasty June 25th The Dr did a small amnt of lipo on my upper buttocks to put into my arms to replace fat that a previous Dr had taken out...

I'm a Woman and I Want to Be Feminine, Please Help! 3 answers

Please, if anyone out there can help me or give me advice on how to get rid of my muscular arm. I never go to the beach and I'm embarassed to...

Brachioplasty About 2 Months Ago and It Still Hurts. Why? 3 answers

I had a brachioplasty done a little over 2 months ago and it still hurts. Some days are worse than others. My arms still feel sore, I have shooting...

How Long Should I Wait to Consult My Surgeon About the Loose Skin Post-Op Arm Lift? 3 answers

I had an armlift nearly 3 weeks ago and have been wearing a compression garment. I know its early days but my arms are really loose still and still...

Why Can't I Striaghten my Arm After my Arm Lift? 2 answers

I had an arm lift 4 wks ago. Last Sat when I woke up I was unable to straighten my right arm. When I try to you can feel a band that seems to run...

Now 7 Days Post Op of Arm Lift. What Could the Reason Be That I Cannot Raise my Right Arm? 2 answers

Just had my arm lift with liposuction 7 days ago. I am worried about my right arm that I can`t raise for any activity, not even bringing a cup to my...
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