Hi! My whole life i have had excess skin under my arms (armpits). Even in HS when I was 115lbs at 5"7. It is so ugly- I am very conscious about how my arms are placed in photos and what I wear. Is there any procedure that can minimize or remove this skin? I don't have excess arm skin so I don't think a mini arm lift is for me.
Answer: Skin Yes, this excess can be excised with the incision mainly in the armpit to help hide it. Also, radiofrequency treatments like Renuvion, could be used for skin tightening to improve it, and this is done with a small incision.
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Answer: Skin Yes, this excess can be excised with the incision mainly in the armpit to help hide it. Also, radiofrequency treatments like Renuvion, could be used for skin tightening to improve it, and this is done with a small incision.
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December 31, 2024
Answer: Addressing Excess Armpit Skin with an Extended Brachioplasty Thank you for your question regarding how to remove excess armpit skin. Based on your description and history, it sounds like you may benefit from a procedure that specifically targets the armpit area. Excess skin or wrinkled skin in the armpit can be effectively addressed during a brachioplasty (arm lift) if the incision is extended into the armpit and down the torso. This technique is particularly useful for patients who do not have excess skin along the length of the arm but are bothered by sagging or wrinkling localized to the armpit or extending onto the upper torso. By extending the incision, your surgeon can remove the excess tissue in this area, tighten the skin, and create a smoother and more contoured appearance. Since you do not have excess skin on your upper arms and feel a traditional arm lift might not suit you, an extended approach focusing solely on the armpit and torso may be ideal. I recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience performing these types of tailored procedures. They can assess your skin laxity and discuss whether extending the incision would achieve the aesthetic result you desire. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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December 31, 2024
Answer: Addressing Excess Armpit Skin with an Extended Brachioplasty Thank you for your question regarding how to remove excess armpit skin. Based on your description and history, it sounds like you may benefit from a procedure that specifically targets the armpit area. Excess skin or wrinkled skin in the armpit can be effectively addressed during a brachioplasty (arm lift) if the incision is extended into the armpit and down the torso. This technique is particularly useful for patients who do not have excess skin along the length of the arm but are bothered by sagging or wrinkling localized to the armpit or extending onto the upper torso. By extending the incision, your surgeon can remove the excess tissue in this area, tighten the skin, and create a smoother and more contoured appearance. Since you do not have excess skin on your upper arms and feel a traditional arm lift might not suit you, an extended approach focusing solely on the armpit and torso may be ideal. I recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience performing these types of tailored procedures. They can assess your skin laxity and discuss whether extending the incision would achieve the aesthetic result you desire. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Excess skin From your photos it appears that excision of the excess skin should help improve your concerns. The incision would likely be hidden mostly in the underarm. See a board certified plastic surgeon to learn more.
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Excess skin From your photos it appears that excision of the excess skin should help improve your concerns. The incision would likely be hidden mostly in the underarm. See a board certified plastic surgeon to learn more.
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September 3, 2022
Answer: Removal of excess skin in armpit Based on these photo, it appears that simple excision of redundant skin in axilla will solve the problem. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, is recommended. Good luck.
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September 3, 2022
Answer: Removal of excess skin in armpit Based on these photo, it appears that simple excision of redundant skin in axilla will solve the problem. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, is recommended. Good luck.
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September 1, 2022
Answer: Excess skin Dear JMMM1233, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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September 1, 2022
Answer: Excess skin Dear JMMM1233, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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