I still have sagging arm skin. I was really surprised that more had not been taken off. It also left me with a round "poof" at the edge of both of my elbows. It swells up and becomes painful during exercise. At my post op appointments I asked my surgeon about it and they said it would go down with time. It never did. Is this the best result or can either of these issues be fixed? Will I need to redo the entire arm lift or are there alternatives?
October 8, 2018
Answer: Problems with arm lift Hello and thank you for your question. As stated previously, it looks like liposuction would help get rid of that accumulated fat. You look like you are doing a great job losing weight, but that arm fat is hard to deal with. Please consult with your surgeon so they can advise you on your options.
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October 8, 2018
Answer: Problems with arm lift Hello and thank you for your question. As stated previously, it looks like liposuction would help get rid of that accumulated fat. You look like you are doing a great job losing weight, but that arm fat is hard to deal with. Please consult with your surgeon so they can advise you on your options.
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Answer: Revision Arm Lift Surgery Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) Based on your photos, you appear to have residual skin excess and a dog ear near the elbow. This is not uncommon after arm lifts in patients who have had massive weight loss. Revision surgery is appropriate but will likely result in a longer scar. If you decide to pursue surgery it’s very important that you find a surgeon whom you are comfortable with and trust and who evaluates you in-person and tailors an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck!
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Answer: Revision Arm Lift Surgery Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) Based on your photos, you appear to have residual skin excess and a dog ear near the elbow. This is not uncommon after arm lifts in patients who have had massive weight loss. Revision surgery is appropriate but will likely result in a longer scar. If you decide to pursue surgery it’s very important that you find a surgeon whom you are comfortable with and trust and who evaluates you in-person and tailors an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck!
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