5 days post op, how long should I try to keep my arm elevated after bracioplasty?

Hello ccbrbo, thank you for your question. This is a difficult question to answer without photos. It sounds like the “invisible” arm lift is typically a short scar arm lift or brachioplasty . Liposuction is usually performed in all arm lifts. The amount of excess arm skin and fat will det...

Let your plastic surgeon know about this.  If it is NOT getting better, he/she may prescribe you some medication to soothe irritated nerves.  Some burning sensation is normal and it should be getting better.  If it is not, we prescribe Gabapentin medication to our patients.

Thank you for your question. Discuss with your surgeon as answers will vary among surgeons. After procedures such as the arm lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, etc. where swelling is a concern postoperatively, compression garments are typically used. A period of 4-6 weeks is usually recommended in...

Hello giajax, thank you for your question. This is a difficult question to answer without photos. If you just have a moderate amount of excess skin and fat, a modified-T or crescent arm lift may be the solution. However, if you excess skin and fat around the elbow, you will need an...

Thank you for your question regarding lumps and bulges after an arm lift. Thank you for your history and your picture. Your results are expected; these scars will flatten out. You must wear your compression garment for at least 6-8 weeks. I would also suggest applying silicone gel sheeting to...

Hello, and thank you for your question regarding a limited range of motion, pain, banding webbing, hypertrophic dark scars, and adhesions nine months after a brachioplasty, and how does a plastic surgeon fix these issues in your arm? Thank you for your history and your pictures. I’m sorry f...