Philadelphia Arm Lift doctors

	Bruce Genter, MD Abington Plastic Surgeon 100 Old York Rd Suite 3 - 120 (Lobby Level), Jenkintown		4 answers
	David A. Bottger, MD Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon 3855 W. Chester Pike Suite 230, Newtown Square
	Eric Chang, MD Baltimore Plastic Surgeon 8860 Columbia 100 Parkway Suite 206, Columbia
	Jonathan Saunders, MD Newark Plastic Surgeon 62 Omega Drive Building E, Newark
	Evan Sorokin, MD Cherry Hill Plastic Surgeon 1734 Route 70 East, Cherry Hill

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What Questions Should I Ask when Considering a Modified Brachioplasty? 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 sutures and type, incision location but not really the technique. I see some surgeons are able to address the "suspension" while others seem unable to-just by image reviews. I wondering if thats the reason for the extended incision that shows (angles upwards to the shoulder). I want to be as informed as possible for the best outcome. Thank you!

A: What kind of arm lift do you need?

The appropriate type of arm lift (brachioplasty) is determined by the amount of excess skin. If there is only a little skin excess, a minimal incision approach is possible. A lot of redundant skin will reqire a full arm lift.

Bruce Genter, MD

Abington Plastic Surgeon

Should I Be Disappointed with my Brachioplasty? 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 during prep on the morning of the surgery, he insisted that it would look "freakish" to create too thin an upper arm, and I needed "that flare", to look natural. I am 6 weeks post-op, and am 3 inches smaller, around my upper arms. But I detest that "flare" I am told is natural. Can I achieve that thinner look by strength training, and/or losing my last 10 lbs?

A: Give your brachioplasty time to heal

It takes several months to see the final results of the type of brachioplasty you describe. Without photos I cannot make specific recommendations. I can say, however, that it is always easy to take a little more skin and fat, but extremely difficult to correct the situation if too much tissue was removed. For now you should be patient. Discuss with your plastic surgeon that you are willing to wait, but you will want to discuss your results in a few months.

Bruce Genter, MD

Abington Plastic Surgeon

Recovery After Arm Lift and Full Tummy Tuck 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 and mobility after the procedure is done?

A: Recovery after abdominoplasty and arm lift (brachioplasty)

You are having a fair amount of surgery, but this is not uncommon after such a large weight loss. It is not possible to predict your exact recovery because each person heals differently.

You should not lay around in bed, but instead get up and move around as much as possible. Within reason, it is good to get back to your everyday activities as soon as possible. You will have limitations due to multiple factors- pain in the arms, abdomen, and torso; getting comfortable in bed; and the multiple drains you are likely to have. Do not pressure your surgeon to remove the drains too soon! You will feel tired for several weeks and your surgeon may impose various restrictions on your activities.

Also, it is important that you have some sort of treatment to prevent blood clots in your legs, which could be dangerous.

Bruce Genter, MD

Abington Plastic Surgeon