Is this method sufficient, if there is a certain amount of loose skin / fat, near the elbow? (I only have it on left arm) I have seen two different plastic surgeons, and they are of two different opinions. One says that the scar has to go all the way down to the elbow, and the other one says, that only 3/4 long incisions are sufficient, when the skin at the elbow is pulled up towards the armpit, and tightened that way instead. I would really like the shorter scar, but I'm afraid of bulging
January 3, 2024
Answer: Length of incision Having a shorter incision length will not likely be as important to you as the contour of the arm. In other words, if the incision is shorter but the arm contour isn't smooth your result won't be as good. I've included a video on the pros and cons of this procedure that I hope you find helpful.
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January 3, 2024
Answer: Length of incision Having a shorter incision length will not likely be as important to you as the contour of the arm. In other words, if the incision is shorter but the arm contour isn't smooth your result won't be as good. I've included a video on the pros and cons of this procedure that I hope you find helpful.
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November 30, 2023
Answer: Evaluating Arm Lift Options: ¾ Length vs. Full Length Incisions Thank you for your question about choosing between a ¾ length incision and a full-length incision extending to the elbow for an arm lift. Your history and the photos you've provided are instrumental in addressing your concern. Most plastic surgeons would concur that the optimal treatment for your arms would be a combination of arm liposuction and a longitudinal brachioplasty, involving an incision from the armpit to the elbow. During a longitudinal brachioplasty, the incision is made from the armpit to the elbow, with tissue dissection extending to the triceps. The excess skin is rotated upwards toward the biceps, and a significant elliptical portion of arm skin and fat is removed. The direction of the skin removal is along the long axis of the scar, ensuring that the elbow does not get unnaturally "pulled up towards the armpit." Therefore, a full-length longitudinal brachioplasty is generally recommended as the best option. If you've been advised to consider a 3/4 length incision, it's crucial to request before-and-after pictures from your surgeon showing patients with similar arms and incisions. Study these images carefully. If such examples are not available, it might indicate that the 3/4 length approach may not be as effective in achieving desired results. I hope this information assists you in deciding whether to opt for a 3/4 length incision or a full-length incision for your arm lift. Good luck. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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November 30, 2023
Answer: Evaluating Arm Lift Options: ¾ Length vs. Full Length Incisions Thank you for your question about choosing between a ¾ length incision and a full-length incision extending to the elbow for an arm lift. Your history and the photos you've provided are instrumental in addressing your concern. Most plastic surgeons would concur that the optimal treatment for your arms would be a combination of arm liposuction and a longitudinal brachioplasty, involving an incision from the armpit to the elbow. During a longitudinal brachioplasty, the incision is made from the armpit to the elbow, with tissue dissection extending to the triceps. The excess skin is rotated upwards toward the biceps, and a significant elliptical portion of arm skin and fat is removed. The direction of the skin removal is along the long axis of the scar, ensuring that the elbow does not get unnaturally "pulled up towards the armpit." Therefore, a full-length longitudinal brachioplasty is generally recommended as the best option. If you've been advised to consider a 3/4 length incision, it's crucial to request before-and-after pictures from your surgeon showing patients with similar arms and incisions. Study these images carefully. If such examples are not available, it might indicate that the 3/4 length approach may not be as effective in achieving desired results. I hope this information assists you in deciding whether to opt for a 3/4 length incision or a full-length incision for your arm lift. Good luck. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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