Albany Plastic Surgery Arm Lift
Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Overview
You know the feeling. It's embarrassing when you lift your arms and see all of that loose, sagging, excess skin. It's flabby and very unflattering. You've wanted to do something about it for some time and now's the time to take the first step. Arm lift surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York can help tighten the excessive skin under your arms and help give you a more youthful and attractive appearance.
You, like many other people who have undergone successful arm lift surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, have most likely lost a substantial amount of weight. This weight loss can result in that unsightly, uncomfortable loose skin under your arms. You're pleased with the way your body looks now that you've lost all that weight, but you're very unhappy with the unattractive look of those flabby arms. You are an ideal candidate for arm lift surgery.
Why not take the first step right now and call The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York for your private arm lift surgery consultation.
Remember that the best candidates for successful arm lift surgery have loose, sagging skin that is usually the result of losing weight. But, if your arms are bigger than you would like them to be and appear firm and plump, you may want to consult with one of the plastic surgeons at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York about liposuction. This may be a more effective treatment if you don't have loose, sagging excess arm skin. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will advise you which method of treatment is recommended for you.
Now's the time to take the first step. Call The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York and schedule your private arm-lift surgery consultation, or you can send us an email using our convenient online form.
The Procedure
Arm lift surgery is usually performed on an out-patient basis either in a surgery center or a hospital, using a general aesthesia so that you will be completely comfortable. The procedure involves the plastic surgeon making incisions on the underside of the arms. These incisions, in most cases, extend from near the armpit down to the area around the elbow. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York will then remove some of the excess skin tissue and reposition the skin on the underside of the arm, tightening it and eliminating the sagging, flabby appearance of the skin.
The incisions will be closed with stitches and the arms will be bandaged.
Recovering
Immediately following arm lift surgery, you may experience some mild discomfort. This can be relieved by medications prescribed by your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group. You will also notice some swelling in the areas of the surgery and in most cases this swelling will lessen and completely go away within a couple of weeks. Within a week, your bandages will be removed and you will be able to return to work, being careful to avoid over-strenuous activity and lifting. Usually, patients who have undergone arm lift surgery can resume exercise regimens within just a couple of weeks following the procedure. After your arm lift surgery, you will notice scars on the underside of your arms. These scars will gradually fade over time, and within about six months you will see that the scars have faded substantially and are far less noticeable. Your Albany plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will discuss all of these post-surgery stages of healing with you during your private consultation. You will be scheduled for several follow-up visits to your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group during your recuperation process.
Potential Risks and Complications
All surgery comes with some risks including the development of an infection around the surgical area or an adverse reaction to anesthesia. If these rare situations occur, they can be treated effectively by medications prescribed by your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group. Your plastic surgeon will discuss these potential complications with you during your pre-surgery consultation.
Common Questions About Arm Lift Surgery
Is the cost of arm lift surgery covered by insurance?
In most cases, the cost of arm lift surgery is not covered by insurance. But, you should contact your insurance company to make sure, and discuss this with your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York.
How long does the surgery take?
In most cases, arm lift surgery is completed in one or two hours on an out-patient basis.
Will I be able to go back to work quickly?
Most patients who have arm lift surgery can resume working within a week or so following the procedure. It is important to avoid over-strenuous activity such as heavy lifting during the first week you return to work.
Will the scars be very noticeable?
Scarring is inevitable with arm lift surgery. However, your talented plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York has the experience to minimize the visibility of the scars. Over time, your scars will continue to fade and will become less and less noticeable.
To find out more about arm lift surgery in Albany, New York, contact The Plastic Surgery Group at 518-438-0505 or send us an email today. Fill our our online form for a complimentary cosmetic consultation.
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