Can this be corrected with weight training? I have researched arm lift & the scars I have seen PostOp are devestating. Are there other options? I plan to have a Tummy Tuck this Winter, could the procedures be combined?
June 15, 2017
Answer: Brachioplasty Dear BBrooks85, Congratulations on your weight loss and thank you for your question! While some tightening of the skin can be accomplished with arm exercises that firm the underlying muscle and subsequently tighten the overlying skin, after a weight loss of 100 or more pounds, the skin looses some of its elasticity and ability to bounce back. From your photo, it looks like you would be a good candidate for a brachioplasty procedure. While the scars from this procedure can be long and undesirable, a practiced surgeon and a good scar treatment regimen including some spot laser treatments can greatly reduce the appearance of the scars. Doing the arm lift and tummy tuck procedures together should not pose any problem. Good luck!With kind regards
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June 15, 2017
Answer: Brachioplasty Dear BBrooks85, Congratulations on your weight loss and thank you for your question! While some tightening of the skin can be accomplished with arm exercises that firm the underlying muscle and subsequently tighten the overlying skin, after a weight loss of 100 or more pounds, the skin looses some of its elasticity and ability to bounce back. From your photo, it looks like you would be a good candidate for a brachioplasty procedure. While the scars from this procedure can be long and undesirable, a practiced surgeon and a good scar treatment regimen including some spot laser treatments can greatly reduce the appearance of the scars. Doing the arm lift and tummy tuck procedures together should not pose any problem. Good luck!With kind regards
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June 15, 2017
Answer: Flabby arms after an 100 pound weight loss. What are my options? Congratulations on the weight loss! I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon to explore all your options to correct the loose skin as a result of the weight loss. Exercise and weight training is usually not enough to correct the hanging skin shown in your photo. A brachioplasty will remove the excess skin, but the trade-off is a scar. The scars can be quite acceptable on many patients, but they are permanent and not invisible. In my opinion, an arm lift is not a good procedure to have at the same time as a tummy tuck because you will need to use your arms to get up and down after the tummy tuck if your tummy tuck includes muscle tightening. There are many considerations and details that can only be addressed after an exam in person. Get a few opinions so you can make an educated decision. Take the time to do this before so you are happy after the surgery. Best wishes.
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June 15, 2017
Answer: Flabby arms after an 100 pound weight loss. What are my options? Congratulations on the weight loss! I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon to explore all your options to correct the loose skin as a result of the weight loss. Exercise and weight training is usually not enough to correct the hanging skin shown in your photo. A brachioplasty will remove the excess skin, but the trade-off is a scar. The scars can be quite acceptable on many patients, but they are permanent and not invisible. In my opinion, an arm lift is not a good procedure to have at the same time as a tummy tuck because you will need to use your arms to get up and down after the tummy tuck if your tummy tuck includes muscle tightening. There are many considerations and details that can only be addressed after an exam in person. Get a few opinions so you can make an educated decision. Take the time to do this before so you are happy after the surgery. Best wishes.
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