I had arm Lipo with Renuvion in November 2023. I am very happy with the results except for this small area of loose skin where my upper arm meets my armpit. Would I be a candidate for a mini arm lift or is there another procedure to remove this small portion of loose skin? It is there when I raise my arms above my head, and the attached pictures are of me flexing and not flexing.
June 24, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift Thank you for your question - this is a very common concern for a lot of patients. A mini arm lift or "short scar brachioplasty" will help remove that small area of loose skin by the armpit. The incision is hidden within the armpit, so it is very inconspicuous. It is a very powerful procedure in the right patient, however it is important to know that it only addresses the extra skin by the armpit and does very little to address the extra skin by the elbow. Hope this helps!
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June 24, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift Thank you for your question - this is a very common concern for a lot of patients. A mini arm lift or "short scar brachioplasty" will help remove that small area of loose skin by the armpit. The incision is hidden within the armpit, so it is very inconspicuous. It is a very powerful procedure in the right patient, however it is important to know that it only addresses the extra skin by the armpit and does very little to address the extra skin by the elbow. Hope this helps!
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June 19, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift A mini arm lift is the best option for removing loose skin that doesn't extend all the way down your arm. I would recommend a limited brachioplasty that extends from your armpit approximately 1/3 of the way down your upper arm. The scar goes on the inside of the arm so that it is less conspicuous. A crescent or armpit brachioplasty seems tempting but in my experience this type of lift doesn't work particularly well because it increases the tension when you lift your arms and is prone to stretching or pulling in a way that tests the skin into an odd shape when your arms are lifted.
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June 19, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift A mini arm lift is the best option for removing loose skin that doesn't extend all the way down your arm. I would recommend a limited brachioplasty that extends from your armpit approximately 1/3 of the way down your upper arm. The scar goes on the inside of the arm so that it is less conspicuous. A crescent or armpit brachioplasty seems tempting but in my experience this type of lift doesn't work particularly well because it increases the tension when you lift your arms and is prone to stretching or pulling in a way that tests the skin into an odd shape when your arms are lifted.
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift for residual skin laxity after Renuvion treatment Thank you for your query. Although the Renuvion treatment can be repeated, the best treatment at this stage, is a mini arm lift procedure. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Mini arm lift for residual skin laxity after Renuvion treatment Thank you for your query. Although the Renuvion treatment can be repeated, the best treatment at this stage, is a mini arm lift procedure. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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