I'm interested in an arm lift but don't want the scars. Is there my new technology or technique to lessen scar formation? Scar would be from arm pit to elbow.
Answer: Ways to reduce scaring There are a bunch of adjuncts that can aid in healing and help to reduce your scar. Ultimately, the devices that are used after a brachioplasty mainly aim to take tension off of the healing incision. This is because incisions that are under tension and being pulled apart tend to widen where incisions that are being pushed together tend to be thinner. In the end, there are at least 4 major factors that affect what a scar looks like (genetics, surgical technique, area of the body that is operated on and tension) and tension is only one of them. If you are interested in these devices take a look at Negative pressure dressings (Pico or Prevena) which is used immediately after surgery for 1-2 weeks or Skin clips like Brijjit.
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Answer: Ways to reduce scaring There are a bunch of adjuncts that can aid in healing and help to reduce your scar. Ultimately, the devices that are used after a brachioplasty mainly aim to take tension off of the healing incision. This is because incisions that are under tension and being pulled apart tend to widen where incisions that are being pushed together tend to be thinner. In the end, there are at least 4 major factors that affect what a scar looks like (genetics, surgical technique, area of the body that is operated on and tension) and tension is only one of them. If you are interested in these devices take a look at Negative pressure dressings (Pico or Prevena) which is used immediately after surgery for 1-2 weeks or Skin clips like Brijjit.
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November 20, 2023
Answer: Arm You did not post photos, but you might be a good candidate for liposuction and Renuvion, minimally invasive radiofrequency skin tightening with minimal scarring.
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November 20, 2023
Answer: Arm You did not post photos, but you might be a good candidate for liposuction and Renuvion, minimally invasive radiofrequency skin tightening with minimal scarring.
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August 11, 2023
Answer: Consider liposuction and skin tightening Thanks for your question. You may want to consider liposuction, bodytite, morpheus 8 to the upper arms rather than cutting your skin. This option will provide scars about 1 cm in length to the armpit and elbow. Make sure you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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August 11, 2023
Answer: Consider liposuction and skin tightening Thanks for your question. You may want to consider liposuction, bodytite, morpheus 8 to the upper arms rather than cutting your skin. This option will provide scars about 1 cm in length to the armpit and elbow. Make sure you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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August 7, 2023
Answer: Exploring New Technologies for Reducing Arm Lift Scarring Hi, Thank you for your question regarding whether there are new arm lift technologies that would lessen the scarring. Frankly, no, there are no new technologies that would specifically lessen arm lift scarring. The next best thing would be Vaser high-definition arm liposuction. During this procedure, arm fat is melted, and the Vaser stimulates skin contraction due to heat. In my opinion, the Vaser is superior to any other treatment, including radio frequency. Therefore, this approach is the next best thing besides a traditional arm lift. I hope this answers your question regarding whether there are new arm lift technologies that would lessen arm lift scarring. Good luck. Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS, FICS
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August 7, 2023
Answer: Exploring New Technologies for Reducing Arm Lift Scarring Hi, Thank you for your question regarding whether there are new arm lift technologies that would lessen the scarring. Frankly, no, there are no new technologies that would specifically lessen arm lift scarring. The next best thing would be Vaser high-definition arm liposuction. During this procedure, arm fat is melted, and the Vaser stimulates skin contraction due to heat. In my opinion, the Vaser is superior to any other treatment, including radio frequency. Therefore, this approach is the next best thing besides a traditional arm lift. I hope this answers your question regarding whether there are new arm lift technologies that would lessen arm lift scarring. Good luck. Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS, FICS
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June 8, 2023
Answer: Lessening scarring in arm lift surgery There are no new surgical technologies to lessen surgical scars from arm lifts, however all of the usual principles applied to getting a good scar must be diligently followed. Good surgical technique, careful suturing and appropriate care of the incision are important. The things a patient can do to help lessen scarring are to have surgery when they are at a healthy weight for the surgery, good nutrition, and use a compression garment after surgery. The skin at the inner arm is very sensitive to scarring, so it is difficult to predict how well your scar will do in advance. There are many modalities that can be used to lessen scars after surgery, such as silicone scar pads, topical ointments and creams as well a certain lasers.
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June 8, 2023
Answer: Lessening scarring in arm lift surgery There are no new surgical technologies to lessen surgical scars from arm lifts, however all of the usual principles applied to getting a good scar must be diligently followed. Good surgical technique, careful suturing and appropriate care of the incision are important. The things a patient can do to help lessen scarring are to have surgery when they are at a healthy weight for the surgery, good nutrition, and use a compression garment after surgery. The skin at the inner arm is very sensitive to scarring, so it is difficult to predict how well your scar will do in advance. There are many modalities that can be used to lessen scars after surgery, such as silicone scar pads, topical ointments and creams as well a certain lasers.
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