Arm Lift Surgery for Natural Arm Contouring in San Diego

Does the extra skin that hangs under your arms cause you to avoid wearing certain tops or participating in activities you enjoy? Are you frustrated with how your "bat wings" refuse to respond to your best efforts to slim your arms through exercise? If so, arm lift surgery at Coastal Plastic Surgeons may be the solution.

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What Is Arm Lift Surgery?

An arm lift, also called brachioplasty, is a cosmetic procedure for patients with an excess of loose skin on the underside of their arms, often due to major weight loss. An arm lift can tighten and reshape your arms, restoring both mobility and confidence.

What Are the Benefits of Arm Lift Surgery?

Besides weight loss, age and genetics can also contribute to skin laxity on the upper arms. For some patients, it can become enough of a nuisance to require cosmetic surgery. Arm lift surgery offers several benefits, including:

Improved Appearance

Arm lift surgery can give your arms a slimmer, more youthful contour and make muscle tone more visible.

Increased Confidence

Loose, sagging skin on your upper arms can cause you to feel self-conscious about wearing clothes that reveal your arms. Arm lift surgery can restore your confidence in the appearance of your arms.

Better Hygiene

Excess skin on your upper arms can cause skin irritations due to chafing, as well as chronic rashes or infections. Removing the redundant skin can eliminate these issues.

Improved Mobility

For physically active patients, the extra skin on the arms can make it difficult to move as easily as they’d like. Removing excess skin via arm lift surgery can improve your range of motion and make exercising more comfortable.

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Am I a Candidate for Arm Lift Surgery?

Candidates for arm lift surgery are patients who are nonsmokers in good overall health. Ideal candidates for an arm lift include:

  • People with significant excess skin or laxity in their upper arms
  • People who are at a stable, healthy weight within a few pounds of their ideal weight
  • Those who have realistic expectations of their results

When you come in for your arm lift consultation, Dr. Batra will review your medical history, examine your arms, and go over your goals and desired results to ensure you are a good candidate for arm lift surgery.

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What Are My Arm Lift Options?

There are generally two types of arm lifts: a full arm lift and a mini arm lift. The type of arm lift depends on several factors, including how much redundant tissue needs to be removed, the location of the excess tissue, your desired results, and what kind of scar you’re willing to have.

Full Arm Lift

A full arm lift involves an incision that extends along the underside of your arm, from the armpit to the elbow. Skin and fatty tissue are removed, and liposuction is performed if necessary. The skin is then repositioned and sutured to create a slimmer, more shapely arm contour. A full arm lift leaves a more extensive scar but also offers more dramatic results.

Mini Arm Lift

Also called a limited incision arm lift, this surgery uses an incision placed in the underarm to remove excess skin and flab. Typically performed on patients who require a more modest amount of tissue excision, a mini arm lift offers a less noticeable scar, but also less dramatic results.

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How Is an Arm Lift Performed?

An arm lift is an outpatient surgery that is performed using general anesthesia. Dr. Batra will make an incision depending on the type of arm lift you are undergoing: a full arm lift or a mini arm lift. He removes excess flab and fat and tightens the underlying tissues. He then finishes the procedure by trimming away redundant skin and pulling it taut around your arm, securing it with careful incisions.

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Choose Coastal Plastic Surgeons for Arm Lift Surgery in San Diego

If you’re tired of hiding your “bat wings” or feeling self-conscious about the appearance of your arms, it’s time to discover what an arm lift can do for you. At Coastal Plastic Surgeons, we treat all of our arm lift patients with the utmost respect and dedication. We always endeavor to ensure your arm lift results are as aesthetically pleasing as possible. To schedule a consultation, call Coastal Plastic Surgeons today or complete the online contact form.

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FAQs Arm Lift Surgery

How much does arm lift surgery cost in San Diego?

The cost of your arm lift surgery in San Diego depends on several factors, including what type of arm lift surgery you undergo and whether you decide to combine your surgery with other cosmetic procedures, like a thigh lift, body lift, or liposuction. Financing is also available.

Will there be visible scars after arm lift surgery?

Patients who undergo a mini arm lift will have a smaller scar that is typically hidden in the armpit. While a full arm lift creates a more significant scar, it will fade with time, and visibility can also be diminished using silicone scar strips, gels, or creams.

How long will the results of arm lift surgery last?

Arm lift surgery results are considered long-lasting. Maintaining a stable weight will help extend your results, as weight gain or loss can affect the appearance of your arms. While you may eventually experience some degree of skin laxity due to the natural aging process, you should be able to enjoy your arm lift results for years to come.

Are there any risks associated with arm lift surgery?

As with any surgery, there are certain risks and side effects associated with an arm lift, including:

  • Anesthesia risks
  • Bleeding
  • Infection
  • Excess fluid accumulation (seroma)
  • Changes to skin sensation
  • Poor wound healing
  • Fatty tissue necrosis
  • Scarring

If you have concerns about any of the above items as you recover from your arm lift surgery, contact Coastal Plastic Surgeons immediately.

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