What procedures can be used to treat loose arm skin? (Photo)

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I have loose skin in on arm whe it folds at the elbow is surgery the only answer

Mehmet Ozdemir, MD · Answer

It is completely natural to be hesitant about surgery, especially for a localized area like the elbow where skin is naturally more redundant to allow for joint movement. When we see this type of fine, localized wrinkling often called "crepey" skin it is usually a result of a loss in dermal thickness and elasticity rather than a major structural failure that would require a scalpel. While surgery (like an arm lift) is the "gold standard" for removing large amounts of hanging skin, it is rarely the first choice for the elbow due to scarring concerns; instead, non-surgical "skin boosters" are often quite effective here. Treatments such as Profhilo, radiofrequency microneedling (like Morpheus8), or biostimulatory injectables (like Sculptra or Radiesse) can help thicken the dermis and improve the "snap-back" of the skin without the need for an operating room. I would recommend starting with a consultation to see if these collagen-stimulating options can provide the tightening you're looking for before considering any invasive procedures.

Laura Roider, MD · Answer

@Calm349680 This is a great question. It is normal to have some loose/excess skin at the fold over the elbow (also known as the AC fossa). The reason this skin exists is because you need to be able to straighten your arm and that extra skin allows you to do that. 
If you still have loose skin when your arm is completely straight I would recommend discussing this with a Plastic Surgeon in your area. You may be able to have skin tightening procedures or skin removal. However, please be advised that this is not traditionally addressed with a standard arm lift.

What procedures can be used to treat loose arm skin? (Photo)

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