An arm lift in Tampa, also known as a brachioplasty, is designed to contour the arms and address the sagging skin that often appears after major weight loss. Upper arm lifts involve the inside of the upper arm or back of the arm from the elbow to the armpit. Using liposuction and and skin-tightening techniques, the arm lift is intended to provide the patient with slimmer, more toned upper arms. Plastic surgeon Dr. Albear offers this procedure in his Pasco County, FL practice.
Before and After Arm Lift in Wesley Chapel (Tampa) FL
When to Consider an Upper Arm Lift in Tampa
Like many other body contouring procedures, upper arm lifts better serve the needs of individuals who are not currently suffering from obesity, but who have achieved a stable weight after having lost weight.
Additional indications for the upper arm lift in Tampa may include:
- Good general health
- Non-smokers
- Realistic expectations
- Self-conscious about upper arm shape
- Arms that seem disproportionate to body
- Willing to accept scars as trade-off
- Adequate skin elasticity
Those with chronic health conditions are encouraged to consult with Dr. Albear to decide whether an arm lift is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
Your Arm Lift Procedure
An arm lift is typically performed in 1-2 hours within an outpatient facility. Either local or general anesthesia may be used. In some cases, Dr. Albear will choose to address excess fat with liposuction alone, allowing the excess skin to shrink on its own. Otherwise, he will make an incision in the underarm which extends toward the elbow. Liposuction and skin removal work to tighten and refine the arm's contour before sutures are placed to close the incisions.
After Upper Arm Lift Surgery
After your arm lift, Dr. Albear will provide specific aftercare instructions, such as a prescription for pain medication, along with steps to elevate the arms and keep bandages and incisions clean. Most patients recover within 2-4 weeks. During this time, you should expect some swelling and bruising to occur in the area(s) treated.
To learn more about this procedure in Pasco County, FL, please contact Dr. Albear's plastic surgery office in Welsey Chapel, Florida to set up a personal consultation. The office is a convenient commute for residents of the Tampa Bay metro area.
