Arm Lift

As a result of genetic factors, extreme fluctuations in weight, aging, sagging in the arms may occur. As a result of these factors, in addition to the loss of skin elasticity and fullness, the structure of elastin and collagen fibers in the body may deteriorate with aging, and the subcutaneous fat layer may shrink. As a result, sagging that develops in the back and inner part of the arm, which has a looser structure, usually occurs due to fat accumulation and skin sagging. Sagging and looseness in the arm can cause an extremely poor aesthetic appearance. People may feel bad because of this unpleasant appearance and may face the problem of lack of self-confidence. The resulting loosening and sagging may cause the need for arm lift surgery.

Sagging in the upper arm area creates a feeling of discomfort, especially when the arm is lifted up or when short-sleeved clothes are worn. Arm lift aesthetic surgery, also known as brachioplasty, is an effective method that eliminates these problems that cause both physical and emotional discomfort.

What is Arm Lift Aesthetics?

The surgical procedure performed to remove the subcutaneous adipose tissue and sagging of the skin due to various reasons in the arm region and to restore the tension in the skin of the region is called arm stretching aesthetic surgery. .

With arm lift aesthetic surgery, it is aimed to correct the saggy and oily appearance of the arms due to aging or weight gain. Surgical methods are the only solution for advanced sagging that occurs due to looser skin and subcutaneous tissue in the upper arm region.

Sagging in the arm area may occur due to aging, extreme fluctuations in weight and the effect of gravity. Weight loss and aging is one of the most important causes of arm sagging in both men and women. As a result of the cessation of the development of the muscles in time and the decrease in the muscle ratio due to sports activities, the arms may sag. One of the most common problems after bariatric surgery, the visual deformation that occurs in arm sagging affects people psychologically. With arm stretching aesthetic surgery, the person gets rid of their sagging skin and has a more tense and tighter arm structure.

Arm lift aesthetic surgery basically covers the process of removing excess fat tissue and sagging skin in the inner and back parts of the arm. If deemed necessary, liposuction procedure may be applied to other parts of the arm. It is ensured that people with different body structures have an elegant arm appearance.

Why is Arm Lift Aesthetics Performed?

The arm region is one of the most important limbs of the human body. Having a bad aesthetic appearance can cause various discomforts in people. Fat, thick or sagging arms are one of the most important factors that disrupt arm aesthetics. The skin on the inner part of the upper arm is very thin and also suitable for loosening. Extreme fluctuations in weight, aging, pregnancy, genetic predisposition and similar reasons can cause sagging and fat accumulation on the arm skin. In some patients, the skin on the inner and back parts of the arm loosens and sags, while in some patients, the fat on the arm is in the foreground. The treatment to be applied varies according to the quality of the skin and the amount of lubrication on the arm of the patient.

Who Is Arm Lift Aesthetics Suitable For?

It is possible to apply arm lift aesthetic surgery to male and female patients who have sagging problems in their arms due to various reasons, and whose soft tissue and excess skin appearance cause aesthetic concerns.

What are the Types of Arm Lift Aesthetics?

Arm stretching aesthetics according to the needs of the patient; It can be applied with mini arm stretching, standard arm stretching and extended arm stretching techniques. In mini arm lift surgery, the incision is made under the armpit. It is applied to people who have less sagging on the skin. After thinning the arm with liposuction, the excess skin is pulled under the armpit.

In standard arm stretching, the incision is made from the armpit to the elbow. Since the incision is made on the inside of the arm, no scar is seen when viewed from the front or the back.

Extended arm lift is applied to people with excessive arm sagging. The incision is made from the elbow to the lateral chest wall. In this technique, the scar may be more prominent than other methods.

What are the Risks of Arm Lift Aesthetics?

As with all surgical procedures, there are some risks in arm lift aesthetics. Rarely, bleeding may occur during or after the operation. In order to minimize this risk, the use of aspirin and its derivatives should be discontinued for a certain period of time before the operation. If the surgery is not performed with the right techniques, by doctors who are experts in the field and have sufficient experience, the scar may settle badly and cause a bad appearance. There may be opening in the wound or stitches. There may also be risks such as bad scarring, infection, chronic pain, temporary or permanent damage to nerves or vessels, visible deformities, wound deterioration.

How Is Arm Lift Performed?

After arm lift surgery, some examinations are performed on the patient and the results are evaluated. The scope and method of the surgical procedure is determined according to the cause of the lubrication and sagging of the patient’s arms.

Liposuction method can be used to remove excess fat from the arm area. With this method, excess fat can be removed from the inner and outer areas of the arm and the shoulder area. However, for a successful result, the arm skin must have a good tightness. In case of laxity in the skin, laser lipolysis may be preferred to tighten the arm skin. When the looseness and sagging skin of the arm skin is excessive, the most important step to ensure adequate thinning and tension is the removal of the saggy skin. At this stage, liposuction is not enough and arm stretching aesthetic surgery is needed.

Arm lift surgery can be performed under sedation or general anesthesia. Although the average operation time is 2 hours, the duration may differ depending on the characteristics of the operation area and the technique to be applied. Before the surgery, the patient’s arms are lifted from the shoulder level while standing. In this way, the amount of sagging skin is determined and the necessary drawings are made. Excess skin is removed according to the plan. If there is excess fat skin and if needed, fat tissues are also removed.

Which method will be applied in arm lift aesthetic surgery is decided according to the rate of sagging in the arm skin and the thickness of the subcutaneous adipose tissue. In cases where the sagging skin is loosened due to frequent weight gain and loss, the skin thickness is greater. In this case, liposuction is performed first. After the liposuction application, the emptying is taken back and tension is provided. In patients with skin discharge only in the armpit, it may be possible to remove excess skin from the armpit with minimal stitches. If the gap in the skin continues up to the elbow, a technique that extends from the elbow to the armpit is applied.